De Stijl

architecture characteristics

abstract, man-made, no emotion, embraces simplicity & regularity, geometric unity, no dominate parts cubical from but not solid - opens from inside out with solid/void relationshis established by flat plans color articulates solid planes flat roofs, asymmetry, geometric forms, white or gray walls, details in primary colors, no ornament

furnishings and decorative arts

conceived as one with arch. and interior individual parts carefully placed for visual balance and harmony - all parts are appreciated alone and together as one primary colors! function is less important that the styles principals look machine made but they actually are not chairs and tables are most important

Interiors characteristics

emulate exterior - repetition houses = compact cubes that interlock spaces create complex organization floor, wall, ceilings are highlighted by color structural elements are unifed through repetetion architects & painters collaborate n color for interiors