'The International Style' (exhibition)

"The International Style" was a pioneering exhibition held in 1932 at the Museum of Modern Art in New York. It showcased modernist architecture characterized by clean lines, minimal ornamentation, and functional design principles. The exhibition aimed to introduce and promote a unified style of architecture that transcended national boundaries, emphasizing simplicity, use of modern materials like steel and glass, and an open, flexible interior space. It played a crucial role in shaping modern architecture's global identity, influencing architects and designers worldwide by highlighting innovative approaches to building design that prioritized efficiency and honesty of materials.