Latin American architects adapted modernist principles to fit their own cultural contexts from "summary" of Modern Architecture in Latin America by Luis E. Carranza,Fernando Luiz Lara
Throughout the development of modern architecture in Latin America, architects were faced with the challenge of reconciling the universal principles of modernism with the specific cultural contexts of their respective countries. This process of adaptation involved a careful negotiation between the global language of modernist architecture and the local traditions, materials, and social conditions that were unique to Latin America. One of the key ways in which Latin American architects adapted modernist principles was through a reimagining of the relationship between architecture and nature. In many Latin American countries, the landscape plays a central role in shaping the built environment, and architects sought to integrate modernist buildings harmoniously with their natural surroundings. This often involved using local materials such as stone, wood, and adobe, as well as incorporating elements such as courtyards, gardens, and water features that blurred the boundaries between indoor and outdoor space. Furthermore, Latin American architects reinterpreted...
Similar Posts
Modernist architects in Latin America sought to create buildings that were responsive to their environments
Modernist architects in Latin America approached the design of buildings with a deep consideration for their surroundings. They...
Latin American modernism was part of a broader global architectural movement
As we examine the development of modern architecture in Latin America, it becomes apparent that it was not an isolated phenomen...