High tech first began in architecture in the mid-1960s.
Its designs were inspired by geometric formalism of classical modernism and the
radical design requests of Buckminster Fuller. It was founded by architects; Norman
Foster, Richard Rogers and Michael Hopkins who combined simple industrial
elements in their buildings, the high tech design ended up into the majority of
interior design during the 70s. Things such as trolleys, rubber flooring, clip-on
lighting, galvanized zinc shelving and scaffolding were used in high tech
interiors which frequently had primary colour schemes to praise the de stijl.
Pompidou
Centre, Renzo Piano and Richard Rogers 1977
Glass walls and
steel structures were extremely popular. Open spaces were dominating in the
interiors, as well as drive to keep the optimal order and functionality. Furniture
had simple and geometrical shapes.
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