Noucentism - definition of architectural style
What is Noucentism?
Estimated period of occurence (1906 - 1930)
Architectural movement born in reaction to Catalan modernism (Also know as Art Nouveau). The promoter of this movement was the Catalan bourgeoisie, who wanted to get a new society, modern and open to other countries. Noucentisme thought that the essence of Catalan identity was in the serenity and balance of classicism.
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Cities with project in this style
- Barcelona (6)