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168 p. : ill.; photo.; col. ; 24 cm. In this copiously illustrated volume, George H. Marcus presents a corrective history of functionalism, the aesthetic that defined the course of progressive design in this century, and his work is particularly illuminating with regard to the use of color in architecture and design. Tracing the development of functionalism from Victorian times, Marcus establishes its basis as socially beneficial and without allegiance to style, material, or context. All that changed as the. definition of functionalism narrowed and became closely identified with metal furniture, industrial materials, and austerity in the 1930s and was subsequently redefined simply as a modernist style. With the advent of postmodernism, functionalism has been overshadowed, but its classic designs - the metal furniture of Mies van der Rohe, Le Corbusier, and Marcel Breuer - are now becoming broadly accessible, fulfilling social goals promoted over a century ago. The. profileration of these designs today, however, belies the difficulties of bringing them into production. Based on his archival research, Marcus documents the history of their manufacture and sheds new light on the creation and dissemination of some of the most important examples of modern design. Plates Fitness for purpose Absence of Ornament Standardization Revolution in metal Machine art The bauhaus style Where are we are? George H. Marcus. Includes bibliographical references (p. 166-167) and index. Also issued online. Design History 20th century Decorative arts History 20th century Functionalism in art History 20th century Design, Industrial History 20th century NK1390 M37 1995 745.2 709.0402 3791314238 9783791314235 pucpr 110630 20200303155050.0 eng