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TFauchery

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Frank Gehry has been called a postmodern architect, primarily because
 
  a) he purposely creates a sense of discontinuity by employing variety over unity.
  b) his buildings were created after modernism.
  c) he uses architectural elements from different time periods.
  d) he prioritizes unity over variety.

Question 2

How does Vlado Muluni's and Frank Gehry's design of the Rasin Building in Prague an example of postmodernism?
 
  What will be an ideal response?



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Answer to Question 1

Answer: a

Answer to Question 2

Answer: The architects established a sense of connection and discontinuity between the two parts, that is, the two towers that constitute the building. One tower looks like it is leaning, while the other tower looks like it is holding up the first tower. The towers appear to be dancing together. They are not meant to blend into a harmonious whole but rather emphasize change and variety.



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