Modern Architectures of North America

Change and Adaptation

Over time, there are shifts in thinking as well as economic changes.  This change is reflected in architecture.  In the search for an appearance that reflects the modern times, architects explored different ways in which the form and material could accommodate economic restrictions as well as reflect changing identities.  For example, the Art Deco movement shifted from classic European style to the idea of modernism.  Due to economic restraints caused by the Great Depression, the Streamline Moderne style emerged.  While shifts in thinking can change the style of architecture, the purpose of a single building can also change over time based on the needs of the community.

First, you will read about the Art Deco movement early 20th century.  Second, you will read bout the Streamline Moderne style that was created as a response to the Art Deco movement.  Last, you will see a specific example of the ways in which a single building, the Limelight Marketplace, can change over time.

Contents of this path:

  1. Bayleigh - Art Deco Architecture & Modernism reflected through the Empire State Building
  2. The Creation of Streamline Moderne
  3. Lisa - Limelight Marketplace: Re-purposed Religious Building as Selling Point