nickkahler: Auguste Perret, Atelier Esders, Paris, France, 1920 ‘Perret argued that the skelet
nickkahler: Auguste Perret, Atelier Esders, Paris, France, 1920 ‘Perret argued that the skeleton of a building is functional just as animal’s skeleton, “housing” very different organs. According to Perret, a proper building consists of a structural frame (ossature) and infillments. Ornament as decoration is not permitted, the function of ornament is taken over by the structural elements.’ -- source link
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