Classicism: Seen through contemporary furniture
Abstract
The purpose of my thesis is to develop a body of furniture that
explores the relationship between architecture and furniture. This
exploration focuses on issues such as form, space, proportion, color and
texture. Within the exploration process, the visual aspects of classicism in
architecture are investigated. The ideas behind the works of selected
contemporary architects are examined and used as a reference to
generate ideas for my thesis work.
At the start of my thesis, I realized that there was confusion as to "what
is classicism?". Whether I was talking to a faculty member or a student, I
encountered an uncertainty as to what classicism entailed. This ongoing
question in my mind inhibited my preliminary designs. I started to
question my own definition of classicism and classical forms and turned
to contemporary architecture for current interpretations of classicism.
Since the beginning of my interest in design, I have been intrigued
by the use of classical forms and the way in which they can be
manipulated to certain extremes, but still be based on traditional values
of classicism. Exploring these issues through research and in the
development of my furniture has had a significant influence on me as a
designer.
The first part of this thesis report is an overview as to what classicism is.
It's intended to provide the reader some historical background and to
show a reference for my work.
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