Selected aesthetic assumptions of architectural minimalism

Journal Title: Architectus - Year 2018, Vol 22, Issue 3

Abstract

The aim of this article is a deep analysis of the selected aesthetic assumptions of architectural minimalism. The first part of the text presents the history of simplifying and unifying movements in art, especially in architecture. Then, the paper elucidates five most significant treatments used by minimalist architects to achieve beauty in their buildings.

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Tomasz Omieciński

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  • EP ID EP413999
  • DOI 10.5277/arc180306
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Tomasz Omieciński (2018). Selected aesthetic assumptions of architectural minimalism. Architectus, 22(3), 67-82. https://europub.co.uk/articles/-A-413999