Modernism
Explore modernism across art, architecture and design
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‘Bauhaus: Art as Life’ at the Barbican Art Gallery, London
By Edwin Heathcote Last updated
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Modernism Week: what to see in Palm Springs 2021
Palm Springs Modernism Week is back, ready to inform and regale us with images of dreamy modernist architecture, desert landscapes and legendary, carefree California parties. As a response to the pandemic, the traditional February programme, has been re-worked for the digital realm, dubbed Modernism Week Online Experience, and held between 1 – 28 February 2021. A second segment is coming up in April, dedicated to more physical events. For now, here are our top picks from this year's virtual programme
By Ellie Stathaki Last updated
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Tim Street-Porter’s photo diary of modernist marvels in Palm Springs
By Luke Halls Last updated
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London icon: inside Centre Point’s facelift by Conran + Partners
By Ellie Stathaki Last updated
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Ström Architects bring Swedish modernism to a New Forest country house
By Dominic Bradbury Last updated
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Meet and seat: pulling up a chair with mid-century modern master Jens Risom
By Paul McCann Last updated
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Brutalist cathedral in the UK opens to the public following renovation
By Ellie Stathaki Last updated
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Eames Foundation sells prints in fundraising bid to save Eames House
By Ellen Himelfarb Last updated
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A New Sculpturalism: Contemporary Architecture from Southern California
By Jonathan Bell Last updated
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Herbert W Burns’ Gillman Residence renovated in Palm Springs
A Palm Springs house designed by architect Herbert W Burns has been brought back to life, with plenty of contemporary improvements. ‘This house can truly be considered a brand new home with Herbert Burns’ bones’ say the designer-developer duo behind the comprehensive restoration and renovation
By Harriet Thorpe Last updated
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Jory Brigham's furniture pairs mid-century craft with 70s colour
By Daisy Alioto Last updated
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Barbican apartment refurbished by Archmongers with colourful geometry
By Harriet Thorpe Last updated
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Haegue Yang on the legacy of Sophie Taeuber-Arp
Legendary abstract artist and designer Sophie Taeuber-Arp is finally receiving her dues in a Tate Modern retrospective. To mark the occasion, Korean artist Haegue Yang reflects on the enduring influence of her work
By Harriet Lloyd-Smith Last updated
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Modernist-inspired residential gem Stradella completes in Bel Air
By Ellie Stathaki Last updated
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House style: a Marcel Breuer villa is reborn
By Ellie Stathaki Last updated
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Calming interiors characterise a 1950s mid century modern house in Mexico City
HEMAA Arquitectura celebrates the mid century architecture of a family house – designed by Mexican architect Augusto H. Álvarez – with a respectful renovation, plus a new material palette of light oak and grey stucco
By Harriet Thorpe Last updated
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Join a 1960s celebration of desert modern residential design
For Palm Springs Modernism Week the residents of Park Imperial South, a modernist community with zig-zag roofs designed by architect Barry berkus in 1960, are throwing a party to celebrate the architecture and the era
By Harriet Thorpe Last updated
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Watch Jean Prouvé’s Maison Metropole being rebuilt live, from 21 March
By JJ Martin Last updated
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Solid state: Rick Owens’ latest foray into sculpture and furniture
By Charlotte Jansen Last updated
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Bergen-based architect Todd Saunders’ home is a soaring symphony in Norwegian wood
By Jonathan Bell Last updated
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Making an entrance: Milan’s sumptuous modernist hallways
By Charlotte Jansen Last updated
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Midcentury modernist enclaves on the East Coast uncovered in smart travel guide
By Harriet Thorpe Last updated
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Piero Lissoni creates a modernist Tel Aviv home with a Milanese twist
By Laura Rysman Last updated
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Belgian modern: we explore the brick curves of Renaat Braem’s Maison Alsteens
By Adam Štěch Last updated
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Eileen Gray’s E-1027 launches crowdfunding campaign for restoration of original interiors
By Harriet Thorpe Last updated
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Belgian architect Vincent Van Duysen’s Low Countries home is perfectly balanced
A monolithic and modernist house clad in Grandina limestone near Ghent creates a tranquil atmosphere
By Siska Lyssens Last updated
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Happy returns: Mies van der Rohe's Barcelona Pavilion celebrates 30 years
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