Esprit Nouveau

Esprit Nouveau was a movement and magazine founded in 1929 by architect Le Corbusier and artist Amédée Ozenfant, aiming to promote a new, modern aesthetic rooted in clarity, rationality, and functionality. It rejected ornate styles, favoring simple geometric forms and industrial materials to reflect the modern age. The movement sought to unify art, architecture, and design, emphasizing clean lines and a sense of order that aligned with technological progress. Esprit Nouveau played a significant role in shaping modernist principles and influenced the development of streamlined, functional architecture and design in the 20th century.