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Art Deco and Industrial Design Art Deco and Industrial Design were two greatly important styles that changed how things looked and worked in the early 1900s. Art Deco started in France in the 1920s and was known for its bold, decorative style with geometric shapes, fancy materials like polished metals and rare woods, and influences from Cubism and African art. It was all about glamour and style, seen in furniture, buildings, and even ocean liners like the Normandie. Famous designers like Jacques-Émile Ruhlmann, Eileen Gray, and Donald Deskey created sleek and modern interiors using mirrors, strong lighting, and stylish furniture.  In contrast, Industrial Design focused more on function, mass production, and making things affordable for the public. It became popular during the Great Depression and was influenced by new technology and aerodynamics. Designers like Raymond Loewy, Gilbert Rohde, and Russel Wright created products such as trains, furniture, and household appliances that ...

The Emergence of Modernism The Emergence of Modernism was a major shift in architecture and interior design that was heavily influenced by political, economic, and technological changes following World War I. There was a shift from historical styles to industrial materials like steel, glass, and concrete. During these times, there was an emphasis on functionalism. This meant that designs focused on usefulness or functionality rather than decoration. The increase in skyscrapers, cars, and mass production helped shape this new movement. The International Style emphasized clean lines, open spaces, radical simplicity, and minimal ornamentation. This then became a defining feature of modern architecture. Several architects played key roles in shaping Modernism. Frank Lloyd Wright created organic architecture that blended with nature. He designed well-known buildings like the Robie House and the Johnson Wax Building. Walter Gropius founded the Bauhaus school, which combined art, design, ...