This blog post highlights both historic and contemporary architects that are recognized for their outstanding contribution to this world’s renowned design movement. However, it would be ignorant of us to talk about this monumental movement without discussing its pioneers or promoters that help bring it to life. What is a more setting-apart quality about MCM is its acceptance of both conventional and non-conventional materials, suggesting the modern concept of accepting everything that comes our way just as it is, without any judgment or reluctance. Mid-century modern architecture also boasts functionality just as much as form. This type of architecture is distinctively known for its classic yet fuss-free look, promoting minimal yet sophisticated adornments.

Like any other architecture, mid-century modern movement has some distinctive characteristics that set it apart from other previous architectural designs. It all started from Northern Europe around the 1930s where Scandinavian furniture and public garages came into the spotlight for the first time. These professionals wanted to bring about a positive change in the society and therefore they thought of achieving their aim through out-of-the-world designs and constructions. So, in the mid-century, architects wanted to try something unique, something that is never done before. But as they say “change is constant”, the same is true for architecture as well. Architecture is the reflection of the society we live in. The kind of architecture that we witness today is something that architects, let’s say, back in the 15 th or 16 th century, may not have even thought about it.īut at that time, architects focused on developing a true Renaissance architecture and they excelled at it. It wouldn’t be wrong to say that this practice has fully evolved into an actual art form and we are, indeed, lucky to come across some of the most wondrous architectural pieces in modern times. While architectural works kicked off as a humble starting point for planning, designing, and constructing simple structures, with the passage of time and with the advent of modernity, they have been taken to a whole new level. This genius idea has given birth to the concept of architecture, which you like it or not, has been an indomitable part of our reality. Since the beginning of time, men have felt the compulsion to cover space and turn it into a place of their ultimate comfort which they eventually started calling their “home”.

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