When it comes to architecture and buildings, there are several different distinct styles that often come to mind. Art deco, gothic, expressionist, and others are all common to one degree or another, and what we have seen used for the last several decades is the modern style of building architecture. Each of these different styles also use a complimentary style for any canopies that they incorporate with the building, and at MASA Architectural Canopies, we have several pre-designed and engineered modern canopy designs that work with a variety of different buildings. From utilizing chunky blocks, to sweeping arcs and other design elements, we can bring a modern canopy design to your building. Contact us today to discuss your canopy design needs.
What Makes a Design Modern
It is important to understand what makes up a modern design from other design styles. The modern architectural design incorporates materials like metal and glass into the construction, and it also prioritizes the function of the item over the form of the item. Thus, much of modern design looks very blocky and does its job well but may not be much to look at and admire. And yet, these modern designs still hold their own in distinct ways that make them attractive in their own right.
Some of our modern canopy designs feature the use of glass to allow natural light to come through the roof portion of the canopy, instead of a solid material blocking this natural light. This follows with the modern theme that is a hallmark of the style, where natural light is desired in buildings, and a lot of glass is used to achieve this.
The Rejection of Ornamentation
On the other side of things, you will also find that modern design in architecture does away with the ornamentation that is found in other architectural styles. Because the function is emphasized, the form takes a back seat. However, this also results in clean lines and angles and makes it easier to work with and to incorporate into existing structures. Our modern canopy design utilizes the strong, yet lightweight aluminum that can include other functional details such as artificial lighting, specific coloring needs, and more.
Every architectural style has its pros and cons, and modern canopy design is no different. But even within this modern style there are plenty of opportunities to make your canopy from MASA Architectural Canopies stand out and get the attention that you are seeking. Contact us today to learn more and start the process on making your modern canopy design.
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