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Critical Regionalism
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Definition
A design approach that resists global homogenization by thoughtfully engaging with local place, culture, and materials. Critical Regionalism balances universal modernist principles with particular regional identity.
Example
Alejandro Aravena's Elemental projects in Chile combine modernist efficiency with response to local climate, materials, and cultural needs.