Totalitarian architecture

Historical photograph of the New Reichchancellory in Berlin, Germany.
Historical photograph of Red Army Theatre in Moscow, Russia. It is designed in the shape of the communist star.
Project of a "Temple of Heroes". by Arnaldo dell'Ira (1903–1943)

Totalitarian architecture refers to the type of architecture created by totalitarian states.[1] It is typically designed to be imposing and large in size to portray a sense of power, majesty and virility.[1]

See also

References

  1. 1 2 Dennis P. Doordan. Twentieth-century architecture. H.N. Abrams, 2002. p. 122.
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