Organic
Architecture is a philosophy that
grew from the ideas of Frank Lloyd Wright's mentor, Louis
Sullivan, who believed that "form follows function."
Wright argued that "form and function are one."He
wanted to generate a philosophy of building that could inspire and
guide architects and laymen long into the future.
Frank
Lloyd Wright was not concerned with architectural style, because he
believed that every building should grow naturally from its
environment.
His
visionary designs emphasized harmonious integration of building and
landscape and high functionality.
Building
and Site have a very special relationship in organic architecture.
The site should be enhanced by the building, and the building derives
its form partially from the nature of the site.
Wavy
lines and curved shapes suggest natural forms. Wright’s
concerns with materials, efficient use of space, sustainable
manufacturing, attention to local environment and use of natural
light mirror those of contemporary architects worldwide.
The
creative possibilities of form, color, pattern, texture, proportion,
rhythm, and growth are all demonstrated in nature. Organic
architecture does not imitate nature but is concerned with natural
materials, the site, and the people who will occupy the buildings.
References:
"Exhibit: Frank Lloyd Wright: Organic Architecture for the 21st Century" 18 December 2011, accessed 10 May 2013
"Organic Architecture", accessed 10 May 2013
"What is Organic Architecture?", accessed 10 May 2013
http://architecture.about.com/od/periodsstyles/g/organic.htm
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