Contemporary Design

The new technology was one of the prime basis of modern design. Steel, concrete, and glass were 2 products used often. The popular term given to design based on advanced technology is Hi-Tech. More than 50% of the cost of any modern project is generated by the systems that provide electrical, telephone, plumbing, and air-quality services.

Richard Buckminister Fuller was an American Engineer, designer, inventor and philosopher. Much of his work ended after the few prototypes that he could produce. However, Richard made hemispherical dome structures from triangulated units. One of his domes was the U.S. exhibit pavilion at Expo 67. 

Charles Eames was a contemporary designer. His own house was built from standard industrially- produced parts. It is a great example of how technologically-based design could produce interior spaces of great beauty. 

Norman Foster was another contemporary designer during post modernism. His partnership was with Richard Rogers from 1963-1965. He designed Dumas Offices in Ipswich, England 1970-1975. 1300 workers are accommodated in this structure. He also renovated the Great Court of the British Museum, London 2001 and designed the commercial skyscraper called the Gherkin in London England.

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I reviewed Allison's blog and learned a lot about Frank Gehry. His own house in Los Angeles was one of his most famous works. I also reviewed Paige's and she explained the different movements of Contemporary design very well. Also, she explained the green aspects related to design.