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Art | Modernist vs. Baroque Architecture

A. Discuss with a partner.
1. Look at the two different styles of buildings in the photos. Which do you prefer and why?
2. Are there any buildings in your area which have similar features to those in the photos?

B. Answer the questions. Write BA for Baroque Architecture or CMA for Catalan Modernist Architecture.

1. This style became popular in the late 19 century.
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2. One particular architect of this style frequently uses mosaics.
3. It’s often characterised by the use of expensive decorative materials.
4. This style is most commonly found in one particular part of Europe.
5. Architects of this style play with light to create a particular effect.
6. The style is characterised by the use of less rigid angles.

C. Look back at the different photos from this unit and discuss with a partner.

1. Which is your favourite building from the unit? Why?
2. Are there any buildings you think are an eyesore? Why?
3. If you could design your own house, would you adopt one of these styles, or build it in the traditional
architecture of your area? Why?

Project

D. Work with a partner and research two different building types. Prepare a poster with two short texts,
similar to those on page 62. You should:

• identify the style of architecture used in each.
• explain when this style became popular and its main features.
• identify where the style is or was popular.
• find one example of a building in each style and provide information on when it was built.
• after writing about the two texts, give reasons for which style you prefer.

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