VISUAL LANGUAGE PROTEST OF MODERNISM OR VISUAL EXPRESSION?

Words from the Father of Deconstructivism

Some people see deconstructivism as an evolution of architecture that challenges traditional norms and conventions, reflecting the complexity of contemporary society. Others criticize it as a form of architectural elitism that prioritizes form over function and is disconnected from the needs of society (Kadva Corp, 2018).

Jacques Derrida was a French philosopher known for his development of deconstruction, a method of analyzing texts and cultural phenomena that reveals their inherent contradictions and assumptions.He argued that deconstruction aims to expose the contradictions and hierarchies in texts and systems of thought, undermining binary oppositions and revealing hidden assumptions (Kadva Corp, 2018). This approach challenges the dominant discourse and power structures in society.

By breaking down traditional forms and structures, deconstructivist architects aim to expose the limitations and biases of modernist architecture and to create a more diverse and inclusive built environment. However, critics argue that deconstructivism may be too esoteric and disconnected from the needs of society, prioritizing form over function and accessibility. Nevertheless, the connection to Jacques Derrida’s definition