Module #1 Introduction to Art Deco Overview of the Art Deco period, its origins, and key characteristics
Module #2 The Roaring Twenties:Historical Context Exploring the social, cultural, and economic factors that shaped the Art Deco era
Module #3 The Rise of Modernism How Art Deco responded to modernist movements in art, architecture, and design
Module #4 Key Design Elements:Geometry and Ornamentation Analyzing the use of geometric shapes, metallic materials, and ornate ornamentation in Art Deco design
Module #5 The Influence of Ancient Cultures How Art Deco designers drew inspiration from ancient cultures, such as Egypt and Mesopotamia
Module #6 Streamline Moderne:The Intersection of Art Deco and Industrial Design Examining the connection between Art Deco and Streamline Moderne styles in industrial design
Module #7 Art Deco in Architecture Case studies of iconic Art Deco buildings, including skyscrapers, cinemas, and hotels
Module #8 Furniture Design:The Golden Age of Art Deco Exploring the evolution of Art Deco furniture, from luxury pieces to mass-produced items
Module #9 Metalwork and Jewelry in Art Deco The use of metallic materials, such as chrome and silver, in jewelry and decorative objects
Module #10 Ceramics and Glass:Art Deco Materials and Techniques The development of new techniques and materials in ceramics and glass production
Module #11 Textiles and Wallpapers:Pattern and Design Analyzing the use of geometric patterns, metallic threads, and opulent materials in textiles and wallpapers
Module #12 The Role of Women in Art Deco Design The contributions of female designers, such as Eileen Gray and Tamara de Lempicka, to the Art Deco movement
Module #13 Graphic Design and Advertising in Art Deco The use of Art Deco motifs and typography in graphic design and advertising
Module #14 Art Deco in Film and Photography The influence of Art Deco on set design, costume design, and photography in the 1920s and 1930s
Module #15 Art Deco and the Avant-Garde The connection between Art Deco and avant-garde movements, such as Surrealism and Cubism
Module #16 The International Style:Art Deco Goes Global The spread of Art Deco style across the globe, from Europe to Asia and the Americas
Module #17 The Decline of Art Deco:World War II and Beyond The impact of World War II on the Art Deco movement and its legacy in the post-war period
Module #18 Art Deco Revival:From the 1960s to the Present The resurgence of interest in Art Deco style in the 1960s and its continued influence on contemporary design
Module #19 Collecting and Preserving Art Deco The importance of collecting, conserving, and exhibiting Art Deco objects and architecture
Module #20 Art Deco and Modernism:A Debate Critical perspectives on Art Decos relationship to modernism and its place in the broader design canon
Module #21 Art Deco in the Digital Age The impact of digital technology on the study, preservation, and appreciation of Art Deco design
Module #22 Case Study:A Iconic Art Deco Building In-depth analysis of a specific Art Deco building, such as the Chrysler Building or the Empire State Building
Module #23 Art Deco and Fashion The influence of Art Deco on fashion design, from haute couture to ready-to-wear
Module #24 Art Deco and the Exotic The fascination with exotic cultures and the use of exotic motifs in Art Deco design
Module #25 Art Deco and the Machine Age The relationship between Art Deco and the Machine Age, including the impact of industrialization on design
Module #26 Art Deco and Luxury The association of Art Deco with luxury and opulence, and the role of luxury goods in the Art Deco economy
Module #27 Art Deco and Popular Culture The influence of Art Deco on popular culture, from film and literature to music and advertising
Module #28 Art Deco and the City The role of Art Deco in shaping urban landscapes and the modern city
Module #29 Art Deco and the Future The relevance of Art Deco design principles and aesthetics in contemporary and future design practices
Module #30 Course Wrap-Up & Conclusion Planning next steps in Decorative Arts in the Art Deco Period career
