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Is architecture changing in line with our new economic landscape?

10 years ago

All through history architecture has changed in line with major world events, world wars, monarchies, economic collapses and so on. Is architecture changing now? What new trends are taking hold?

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charleee
10 years ago
I have heard McMansions are on their way out, and the smaller, cozier home is making a come back. Also, soaring ceilings make the tall walls a challenge to decorate so I think they may be saying goodbye as well.
Brenda
10 years ago
baby boomers downsizing into single story dwellings has to be having some impact.
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nasmijati
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last modified: 10 years ago
In the USA, smaller houses, one level (no stairs), Universal Design, and ecologically sound principles seem to be themes I read about often.

The USA has a huge percentage of the population heading into old age. Most people in the USA seem to want to stay in their own home and have needed services provided at their home.
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I certainly like the idea of the smaller cosier home. I think people are getting a little tired of the extreme contemporary coldness of recent times in favour of a little more traditional warmth too..
midmodfan
10 years ago
last modified: 10 years ago
I am not sure about a change in style - contemporary vs. traditional is usually an inherent personal preference and not something you skip.

But I see that smaller, single story homes regain popularity as we, the Baby Boomers, are reaching retirement. Urban living and walkable neighborhoods are in high demand, while the large home in the sticks is depreciating in line with rising gas prices.

Architecture has always changed with the economy and overall living conditions and will continue to do so. There was an interesting ideabook on this topic.

https://www.houzz.com/magazine/a-brief-recap-of-historical-american-home-design-stsetivw-vs~4512983

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