1. Objective 5.01: CLASSIFY the most recognized styles of furniture

2. Modern furniture styles

3. Two of the most popular 20th century designers are
Marcel Breuer
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Frank Lloyd Wright
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4. Characteristics of Marcel Breuer Style
Influenced by the Bauhaus philosophy of “form follows function” (objects should be designed according to the function they have to perform)
He is known for his contemporary design with clean lines
Used tubular steel frames with canvas, cane, wood, or leather seats
Most famous design was the Wassily Chair.

5. Wassily Chair by Breuer

6. Breuer Style with Cane Seating

7. Breuer Style Tables with Wood

8. Breuer Style

9. Characteristics of Frank Lloyd Wright Style
His style is described as organic
He is known for his Prairie style of architecture that “fit” into the surroundings
He designed furniture to blend with each of his house designs
Commonly used horizontal lines, geometric shapes, flat surfaces, and slats.

10. Frank Lloyd Wright

11. Frank Lloyd Wright

12. Frank Lloyd Wright

13. Frank Lloyd Wright

14. Frank Lloyd Wright

15. Frank Lloyd Wright

16. Frank Lloyd Wright

17. Frank Lloyd Wright

18. Modern Furniture Mini Poster: Individual Project
As a Word document or on cardstock:
2 pictures of Breuer style furniture
4 facts about Breuer style furniture
2 pictures of Wright style furniture
4 facts about Wright style furniture
2 ways the styles are similar
2 ways the styles are different

19. Queen Anne Chippendale Breuer Wright