Day Thirteen: After Class

The topic during this class was chapter twelve on the genesis of modern art.

This chapter was presented well, although the presenter was not feeling well. Art Nouveau was a short art movement as the turn of the century came. Many new changes were to occur in the world, including World War I. People were wanting new designs and typography that was not ornamental and organic. Geometric, rectilinear abstract compositions were beginning to form. A specific horizontal and vertical grid was used in order to keep correct dimensions. New desings for architecture were introduced with more space between the rooms. For example, according to the presenter, there was a huge spacial area with the kitchen and livingroom connected; this allowed people in the kitchen to interact with others in the livingroom.

The most interesting thing I learned was how the architecture was designed during this time. New ideas were being used, with space being a main focus. Most homes today are designed that way, including mine. I never really thought about how the design of architecture developed throughout time. It is interesting.

Why did the Ver Sacrum have pages with such strange dimensions?