{"id":51395,"date":"2025-07-13T23:07:40","date_gmt":"2025-07-13T21:07:40","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/hartdesignselection.com\/?page_id=51395"},"modified":"2026-01-30T08:13:14","modified_gmt":"2026-01-30T07:13:14","slug":"the-hart-design-glossary-from-a-to-z","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/hartdesignselection.com\/en\/the-hart-design-glossary-from-a-to-z\/","title":{"rendered":"The HART Design Glossary: From A to Z"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"hart-alphabet-nav-v1\">\n    <h2 class=\"hart-alphabet-title\">The Hart Design Glossary<\/h2>\n    <p class=\"hart-alphabet-subtitle\">Explore the essential vocabulary of design and decoration<\/p>\n    <div class=\"hart-alphabet-container\">\n        <!-- Boutons du sommaire, de A \u00e0 Z -->\n        <button class=\"hart-alphabet-btn active\" data-letter=\"A\">\n            <span>A<\/span>\n            <small>Abstract Art, Art Deco<\/small>\n        <\/button>\n        <button class=\"hart-alphabet-btn\" data-letter=\"B\">\n            <span>B<\/span>\n            <small>Bauhaus, Biophilic Design<\/small>\n        <\/button>\n        <button class=\"hart-alphabet-btn\" data-letter=\"C\">\n            <span>C<\/span>\n            <small>Caning, Chinoiserie<\/small>\n        <\/button>\n        <button class=\"hart-alphabet-btn\" data-letter=\"D\">\n            <span>D<\/span>\n            <small>Danish Modern, Deconstructivism<\/small>\n        <\/button>\n        <button class=\"hart-alphabet-btn\" data-letter=\"E\">\n            <span>E<\/span>\n            <small>Eclectic, Ergonomics<\/small>\n        <\/button>\n        <button class=\"hart-alphabet-btn\" data-letter=\"F\">\n            <span>F<\/span>\n            <small>Functionalism, Folk Art<\/small>\n        <\/button>\n        <button class=\"hart-alphabet-btn\" data-letter=\"G\">\n            <span>G<\/span>\n            <small>Geometric Design, Gothic Revival<\/small>\n        <\/button>\n        <button class=\"hart-alphabet-btn\" data-letter=\"H\">\n            <span>H<\/span>\n            <small>High-Tech Architecture, Harlequin Pattern<\/small>\n        <\/button>\n        <button class=\"hart-alphabet-btn\" data-letter=\"I\">\n            <span>I<\/span>\n            <small>Industrial Style, Impressionism<\/small>\n        <\/button>\n        <button class=\"hart-alphabet-btn\" data-letter=\"J\">\n            <span>J<\/span>\n            <small>Japandi, Jute<\/small>\n        <\/button>\n        <button class=\"hart-alphabet-btn\" data-letter=\"K\">\n            <span>K<\/span>\n            <small>Kinetic Art, Kitsch<\/small>\n        <\/button>\n        <button class=\"hart-alphabet-btn\" data-letter=\"L\">\n            <span>L<\/span>\n            <small>Latticework, Linen<\/small>\n        <\/button>\n        <button class=\"hart-alphabet-btn\" data-letter=\"M\">\n            <span>M<\/span>\n            <small>Minimalism, Mid-Century Modern<\/small>\n        <\/button>\n       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       <button class=\"hart-alphabet-btn\" data-letter=\"T\">\n            <span>T<\/span>\n            <small>Tapestry, Terrazzo<\/small>\n        <\/button>\n        <button class=\"hart-alphabet-btn\" data-letter=\"U\">\n            <span>U<\/span>\n            <small>Ukiyo-e, Urban Design<\/small>\n        <\/button>\n        <button class=\"hart-alphabet-btn\" data-letter=\"V\">\n            <span>V<\/span>\n            <small>Venetian Plaster, Vintage Style<\/small>\n        <\/button>\n        <button class=\"hart-alphabet-btn\" data-letter=\"W\">\n            <span>W<\/span>\n            <small>Wabi-sabi, Watercolor<\/small>\n        <\/button>\n        <button class=\"hart-alphabet-btn\" data-letter=\"X\">\n            <span>X<\/span>\n            <small>Xeriscape<\/small>\n        <\/button>\n        <button class=\"hart-alphabet-btn\" data-letter=\"Y\">\n            <span>Y<\/span>\n            <small>Yin and Yang<\/small>\n        <\/button>\n         <button class=\"hart-alphabet-btn\" data-letter=\"Z\">\n            <span>Z<\/span>\n            <small>Zen, Zigzag<\/small>\n        <\/button>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<script>\n    document.addEventListener('DOMContentLoaded', function() {\n        const nav = document.querySelector('.hart-alphabet-nav-v1');\n        const cards = document.querySelectorAll('.hart-letter-card');\n        \n        function showCard(letter) {\n            cards.forEach(card => {\n                card.classList.remove('active');\n                if (card.id === 'letter-' + letter) {\n                    card.classList.add('active');\n                    \/\/ Scroll to the active card\n                    card.scrollIntoView({ behavior: 'smooth', block: 'start' });\n                }\n            });\n        }\n\n        \/\/ Initial state: show the first card\n        showCard('A');\n\n        nav.addEventListener('click', function(e) {\n            const btn = e.target.closest('.hart-alphabet-btn');\n            if (!btn) return;\n\n            const letter = btn.dataset.letter;\n\n            \/\/ Remove active class from all buttons\n            nav.querySelectorAll('.hart-alphabet-btn').forEach(b => {\n                b.classList.remove('active');\n            });\n\n            \/\/ Add active class to the clicked button\n            btn.classList.add('active');\n            \n            \/\/ Show the corresponding card\n            showCard(letter);\n        });\n    });\n<\/script>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"hart-alphabet-cards\">\n\n    <div class=\"hart-letter-card\" id=\"letter-A\" data-letter=\"A\">\n        <div class=\"hart-letter-content\">\n            <h2 class=\"hart-glossary-letter-title\">A like&#8230;<\/h2>\n            \n            <div class=\"hart-glossary-item\">\n                <div class=\"hart-glossary-term\">Armrests<\/div>\n                <div class=\"hart-glossary-period\">Furniture \u2022 Seating<\/div>\n                <div class=\"hart-glossary-definition\">\n                    Side elements of a seat allowing arms to rest, distinct from armrests by their more passive function. Distinguished from armrests by their role primarily as lateral support rather than active forearm support.\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n\n            <div class=\"hart-glossary-item\">\n                <div class=\"hart-glossary-term\">Alpaca<\/div>\n                <div class=\"hart-glossary-period\">Textile \u2022 Noble material<\/div>\n                <div class=\"hart-glossary-definition\">\n                    Exceptional natural fiber from alpaca shearing, renowned for its softness, lightness and thermoregulating properties. Considered one of the world&#8217;s most luxurious fibers, finer than sheep&#8217;s wool and naturally hypoallergenic.\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n\n            <div class=\"hart-glossary-item\">\n                <div class=\"hart-glossary-term\">Anti-design<\/div>\n                <div class=\"hart-glossary-period\">Artistic movement<\/div>\n                <div class=\"hart-glossary-definition\">\n                    Protest movement born in the 1960s that rejects modernist &#8220;good design&#8221; principles in favor of provocative and functionally ambiguous creations. Embodied notably by Italian Radical Design, this movement privileges emotional expression and social criticism over functional efficiency.\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n\n            <div class=\"hart-glossary-item\">\n                <div class=\"hart-glossary-term\">Art Deco<\/div>\n                <div class=\"hart-glossary-period\">Artistic movement<\/div>\n                <div class=\"hart-glossary-definition\">\n                    International artistic movement (1925-1940) characterized by stylized geometric forms, luxurious materials and a glamorous modern aesthetic. Born in France, Art Deco influences architecture, decoration and industrial design, symbolizing luxury and modernity of the interwar period.\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n\n            <div class=\"hart-glossary-item\">\n                <div class=\"hart-glossary-term\">Assembly<\/div>\n                <div class=\"hart-glossary-period\">Technique \u2022 Construction<\/div>\n                <div class=\"hart-glossary-definition\">\n                    Construction method consisting of joining different elements to form a coherent whole, without alteration of individual components. Preferred technique of modern design for its flexibility, allowing disassembly and reassembly, emblematic of the industrial approach.\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\n    <div class=\"hart-letter-card\" id=\"letter-B\" data-letter=\"B\">\n        <div class=\"hart-letter-content\">\n            <h2 class=\"hart-glossary-letter-title\">B like&#8230;<\/h2>\n            \n            <div class=\"hart-glossary-item\">\n                <div class=\"hart-glossary-term\">Bauhaus<\/div>\n                <div class=\"hart-glossary-period\">School \u2022 Movement<\/div>\n                <div class=\"hart-glossary-definition\">\n                    German school of art and architecture (1919-1933) that revolutionizes design approach by uniting art, craft and industry. Founded by Walter Gropius, Bauhaus lays the foundations of modern design: functionalism, simplicity, mass production and accessibility.\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n\n            <div class=\"hart-glossary-item\">\n                <div class=\"hart-glossary-term\">Berg\u00e8re<\/div>\n                <div class=\"hart-glossary-period\">Furniture \u2022 Seating<\/div>\n                <div class=\"hart-glossary-definition\">\n                    Wide and deep armchair, fully upholstered, characterized by its solid armrests and enveloping backrest, born in the 18th century. Symbol of French aristocratic comfort, the berg\u00e8re still inspires numerous contemporary creations today.\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n\n            <div class=\"hart-glossary-item\">\n                <div class=\"hart-glossary-term\">Banquette<\/div>\n                <div class=\"hart-glossary-period\">Furniture \u2022 Seating<\/div>\n                <div class=\"hart-glossary-definition\">\n                    Long seat without backrest or armrests, generally upholstered, able to accommodate several people. Versatile furniture par excellence, the banquette adapts to contemporary spaces by offering additional seating and storage.\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    \n    <div class=\"hart-letter-card\" id=\"letter-C\" data-letter=\"C\">\n        <div class=\"hart-letter-content\">\n            <h2 class=\"hart-glossary-letter-title\">C like&#8230;<\/h2>\n            \n            <div class=\"hart-glossary-item\">\n                <div class=\"hart-glossary-term\">Constructivism<\/div>\n                <div class=\"hart-glossary-period\">Artistic movement<\/div>\n                <div class=\"hart-glossary-definition\">\n                    Russian artistic avant-garde (1915-1930) advocating utilitarian art serving society, characterized by geometry and assembly of industrial materials. Revolutionary movement that profoundly influences modern architecture and design through its social vision of creation.\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n\n            <div class=\"hart-glossary-item\">\n                <div class=\"hart-glossary-term\">Chesterfield<\/div>\n                <div class=\"hart-glossary-period\">Furniture \u2022 Sofa<\/div>\n                <div class=\"hart-glossary-definition\">\n                    Capitonn\u00e9 leather sofa, with armrests same height as backrest, emblematic of traditional English style. Timeless icon of British furniture, Chesterfield embodies masculine elegance and crosses fashions without aging.\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n\n            <div class=\"hart-glossary-item\">\n                <div class=\"hart-glossary-term\">Caning<\/div>\n                <div class=\"hart-glossary-period\">Technique \u2022 Craftsmanship<\/div>\n                <div class=\"hart-glossary-definition\">\n                    Technique of braiding natural fibers (rattan, cane) to create flexible surfaces used in furniture. Ancestral know-how brought back to current taste, caning brings lightness and naturalness to contemporary furniture.\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    \n    <div class=\"hart-letter-card\" id=\"letter-D\" data-letter=\"D\">\n        <div class=\"hart-letter-content\">\n            <h2 class=\"hart-glossary-letter-title\">D like&#8230;<\/h2>\n            \n            <div class=\"hart-glossary-item\">\n                <div class=\"hart-glossary-term\">De Stijl<\/div>\n                <div class=\"hart-glossary-period\">Artistic movement<\/div>\n                <div class=\"hart-glossary-definition\">\n                    Dutch artistic movement (1917-1931) advocating pure geometric abstraction through straight lines, right angles and primary colors. Major influence of modern design, De Stijl still inspires contemporary architecture and graphic design today.\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n\n            <div class=\"hart-glossary-item\">\n                <div class=\"hart-glossary-term\">Design thinking<\/div>\n                <div class=\"hart-glossary-period\">Method \u2022 Innovation<\/div>\n                <div class=\"hart-glossary-definition\">\n                    User-centered creative problem-solving method, combining empathy, definition, ideation, prototyping and testing. Revolutionary approach that transforms contemporary creation by placing human experience at the heart of the design process.\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n\n            <div class=\"hart-glossary-item\">\n                <div class=\"hart-glossary-term\">Deconstructivism<\/div>\n                <div class=\"hart-glossary-period\">Architectural movement<\/div>\n                <div class=\"hart-glossary-definition\">\n                    Architectural and artistic movement (late 1980s) characterized by fragmentation, non-rectilinear forms and absence of visual hierarchy. Rejection of modernist simplicity and expression of complexity and chaos of contemporary society through aesthetics of disjunction.\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\n    <div class=\"hart-letter-card\" id=\"letter-E\" data-letter=\"E\">\n        <div class=\"hart-letter-content\">\n            <h2 class=\"hart-glossary-letter-title\">E like&#8230;<\/h2>\n            \n            <div class=\"hart-glossary-item\">\n                <div class=\"hart-glossary-term\">Eclecticism<\/div>\n                <div class=\"hart-glossary-period\">Style \u2022 Movement<\/div>\n                <div class=\"hart-glossary-definition\">\n                    Artistic and decorative approach consisting of combining elements from different historical styles or periods to create a new and personal aesthetic. It promotes creative freedom by moving away from dogmatic rules, allowing for unique interior compositions.\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n\n            <div class=\"hart-glossary-item\">\n                <div class=\"hart-glossary-term\">Ergonomics<\/div>\n                <div class=\"hart-glossary-period\">Discipline \u2022 Design<\/div>\n                <div class=\"hart-glossary-definition\">\n                    Science of adapting a tool, object or environment to the user. Central to modern design, ergonomics aims to optimize human comfort, safety and efficiency. It is concerned with the relationship between an object and its user.\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\n    <div class=\"hart-letter-card\" id=\"letter-F\" data-letter=\"F\">\n        <div class=\"hart-letter-content\">\n            <h2 class=\"hart-glossary-letter-title\">F like&#8230;<\/h2>\n            \n            <div class=\"hart-glossary-item\">\n                <div class=\"hart-glossary-term\">Faux Marbling<\/div>\n                <div class=\"hart-glossary-period\">Technique \u2022 Decor<\/div>\n                <div class=\"hart-glossary-definition\">\n                    Technique of decorative painting that imitates the appearance of marble. Used since antiquity, faux marbling brings a touch of luxury and refinement to interiors at a lower cost, and requires great artistic mastery.\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n\n            <div class=\"hart-glossary-item\">\n                <div class=\"hart-glossary-term\">Folk Art<\/div>\n                <div class=\"hart-glossary-period\">Artistic movement<\/div>\n                <div class=\"hart-glossary-definition\">\n                    Rural, traditional and often anonymous art, created by self-taught artisans for utilitarian, decorative or ritual purposes. Rooted in local culture, it celebrates craftsmanship and the beauty of handmade objects, inspiring many contemporary creators.\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\n    <div class=\"hart-letter-card\" id=\"letter-G\" data-letter=\"G\">\n        <div class=\"hart-letter-content\">\n            <h2 class=\"hart-glossary-letter-title\">G like&#8230;<\/h2>\n            \n            <div class=\"hart-glossary-item\">\n                <div class=\"hart-glossary-term\">Gothic Revival<\/div>\n                <div class=\"hart-glossary-period\">Style \u2022 Movement<\/div>\n                <div class=\"hart-glossary-definition\">\n                    Architectural and decorative movement of the 19th century that reinterprets medieval Gothic forms. It is characterized by pointed arches, ribbed vaults, stained glass and ornamentation, bringing a dramatic and romantic aesthetic to modern spaces.\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n\n            <div class=\"hart-glossary-item\">\n                <div class=\"hart-glossary-term\">Glamour<\/div>\n                <div class=\"hart-glossary-period\">Aesthetics \u2022 Decor<\/div>\n                <div class=\"hart-glossary-definition\">\n                    Style that favors luxury, sophistication and theatricality. It is characterized by shiny materials (mirrors, chrome), rich textures (velvet, satin) and a refined color palette, creating a chic and elegant atmosphere inspired by Hollywood&#8217;s golden age.\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\n    <div class=\"hart-letter-card\" id=\"letter-H\" data-letter=\"H\">\n        <div class=\"hart-letter-content\">\n            <h2 class=\"hart-glossary-letter-title\">H like&#8230;<\/h2>\n            \n            <div class=\"hart-glossary-item\">\n                <div class=\"hart-glossary-term\">High-Tech<\/div>\n                <div class=\"hart-glossary-period\">Architectural movement<\/div>\n                <div class=\"hart-glossary-definition\">\n                    Architectural movement (1970s) that showcases industrial and technological elements (pipes, structures, cables), often exposed, to create a futuristic aesthetic. This style celebrates engineering and functionality, turning technical components into decorative elements.\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n\n            <div class=\"hart-glossary-item\">\n                <div class=\"hart-glossary-term\">Hollywood Regency<\/div>\n                <div class=\"hart-glossary-period\">Style \u2022 Decor<\/div>\n                <div class=\"hart-glossary-definition\">\n                    Decorative style born in the 1930s, inspired by the glamour of classic Hollywood films. It mixes Art Deco, Oriental and Neoclassical elements with a luxurious touch (lacquer, mirrors, plush fabrics), creating a sophisticated and flamboyant aesthetic.\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\n    <div class=\"hart-letter-card\" id=\"letter-I\" data-letter=\"I\">\n        <div class=\"hart-letter-content\">\n            <h2 class=\"hart-glossary-letter-title\">I like&#8230;<\/h2>\n            \n            <div class=\"hart-glossary-item\">\n                <div class=\"hart-glossary-term\">Industrial<\/div>\n                <div class=\"hart-glossary-period\">Style \u2022 Decor<\/div>\n                <div class=\"hart-glossary-definition\">\n                    Style that reuses elements from abandoned factories or warehouses. It favors raw materials (brick, concrete, metal), exposed structures, and large volumes, creating a raw, authentic aesthetic that celebrates urban heritage.\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n\n            <div class=\"hart-glossary-item\">\n                <div class=\"hart-glossary-term\">Italian Modernism<\/div>\n                <div class=\"hart-glossary-period\">Artistic movement<\/div>\n                <div class=\"hart-glossary-definition\">\n                    Design movement that emerged in Italy after WWII. It is characterized by clean lines, organic forms, and the use of innovative materials. It combines art, architecture, and technology, influencing designers worldwide.\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\n    <div class=\"hart-letter-card\" id=\"letter-J\" data-letter=\"J\">\n        <div class=\"hart-letter-content\">\n            <h2 class=\"hart-glossary-letter-title\">J like&#8230;<\/h2>\n            \n            <div class=\"hart-glossary-item\">\n                <div class=\"hart-glossary-term\">Japandi<\/div>\n                <div class=\"hart-glossary-period\">Style \u2022 Decor<\/div>\n                <div class=\"hart-glossary-definition\">\n                    Hybrid decorative style that combines Japanese minimalism and Scandinavian functionality. It favors natural materials, clean lines, and a neutral color palette, creating a serene, warm, and Zen aesthetic.\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n\n            <div class=\"hart-glossary-item\">\n                <div class=\"hart-glossary-term\">Jugendstil<\/div>\n                <div class=\"hart-glossary-period\">Artistic movement<\/div>\n                <div class=\"hart-glossary-definition\">\n                    German version of Art Nouveau. It is characterized by sinuous lines, floral motifs, and a focus on craftsmanship. It sought to create a new aesthetic for the industrial age, influencing architecture, design, and graphic arts.\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\n    <div class=\"hart-letter-card\" id=\"letter-K\" data-letter=\"K\">\n        <div class=\"hart-letter-content\">\n            <h2 class=\"hart-glossary-letter-title\">K like&#8230;<\/h2>\n            \n            <div class=\"hart-glossary-item\">\n                <div class=\"hart-glossary-term\">Kitsch<\/div>\n                <div class=\"hart-glossary-period\">Aesthetics \u2022 Decor<\/div>\n                <div class=\"hart-glossary-definition\">\n                    Artistic and decorative style that is often considered &#8220;bad taste,&#8221; characterized by excess, sentimentality, and imitation. Kitsch can be a form of parody or rebellion against aesthetic standards, embracing the absurd and the extravagant.\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n\n            <div class=\"hart-glossary-item\">\n                <div class=\"hart-glossary-term\">Kinetic Art<\/div>\n                <div class=\"hart-glossary-period\">Artistic movement<\/div>\n                <div class=\"hart-glossary-definition\">\n                    Art form that incorporates real or perceived motion as a central element. Kinetic art objects move, creating a unique visual and sensory experience. It has influenced design by introducing dynamism and interactivity into objects and spaces.\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\n    <div class=\"hart-letter-card\" id=\"letter-L\" data-letter=\"L\">\n        <div class=\"hart-letter-content\">\n            <h2 class=\"hart-glossary-letter-title\">L like&#8230;<\/h2>\n            \n            <div class=\"hart-glossary-item\">\n                <div class=\"hart-glossary-term\">Lacquered<\/div>\n                <div class=\"hart-glossary-period\">Technique \u2022 Material<\/div>\n                <div class=\"hart-glossary-definition\">\n                    Decorative finish consisting of applying a hard, shiny resin (lacquer) to a surface, creating a smooth and durable protective layer. Lacquer brings a luxurious and modern touch, highlighting colors and forms.\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n\n            <div class=\"hart-glossary-item\">\n                <div class=\"hart-glossary-term\">Lucite<\/div>\n                <div class=\"hart-glossary-period\">Material \u2022 Design<\/div>\n                <div class=\"hart-glossary-definition\">\n                    Translucent synthetic resin (acrylic) that imitates glass. Popular in the 1950s and 1960s, Lucite is used for its lightness, transparency, and modern appearance, bringing a touch of fantasy to furniture and accessories.\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n\n            <div class=\"hart-glossary-item\">\n                <div class=\"hart-glossary-term\">Luxury<\/div>\n                <div class=\"hart-glossary-period\">Concept \u2022 Aesthetics<\/div>\n                <div class=\"hart-glossary-definition\">\n                    Idea that transcends simple material possession to encompass quality, craftsmanship, and exclusivity. In design, luxury is expressed through the use of noble materials, exceptional know-how, and timeless aesthetics.\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\n    <div class=\"hart-letter-card\" id=\"letter-M\" data-letter=\"M\">\n        <div class=\"hart-letter-content\">\n            <h2 class=\"hart-glossary-letter-title\">M like&#8230;<\/h2>\n            \n            <div class=\"hart-glossary-item\">\n                <div class=\"hart-glossary-term\">Memphis<\/div>\n                <div class=\"hart-glossary-period\">Artistic movement<\/div>\n                <div class=\"hart-glossary-definition\">\n                    Italian design group (1981-1988) that reacted against modernist functionalism with a playful, colorful, and anti-conformist aesthetic. Memphis is characterized by bold geometric shapes, bright colors, and the use of laminated plastics.\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n\n            <div class=\"hart-glossary-item\">\n                <div class=\"hart-glossary-term\">Mid-century Modern<\/div>\n                <div class=\"hart-glossary-period\">Style \u2022 Movement<\/div>\n                <div class=\"hart-glossary-definition\">\n                    American design movement (1945-1965). It is characterized by clean lines, organic forms, and a mix of traditional and non-traditional materials. It emphasizes functionality and a connection with nature.\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\n    <div class=\"hart-letter-card\" id=\"letter-N\" data-letter=\"N\">\n        <div class=\"hart-letter-content\">\n            <h2 class=\"hart-glossary-letter-title\">N like&#8230;<\/h2>\n            \n            <div class=\"hart-glossary-item\">\n                <div class=\"hart-glossary-term\">Neo-classicism<\/div>\n                <div class=\"hart-glossary-period\">Style \u2022 Movement<\/div>\n                <div class=\"hart-glossary-definition\">\n                    Movement of the 18th and 19th centuries that drew inspiration from Greco-Roman antiquity. It is characterized by simplicity, symmetry, and monumentality. Neoclassicism has influenced design through its preference for pure forms and elegant proportions.\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n\n            <div class=\"hart-glossary-item\">\n                <div class=\"hart-glossary-term\">Neotenic<\/div>\n                <div class=\"hart-glossary-period\">Design \u2022 Concept<\/div>\n                <div class=\"hart-glossary-definition\">\n                    Design trend that uses forms and proportions associated with childhood (round shapes, soft colors) to create comforting and empathetic objects. This approach evokes a feeling of nostalgia and innocence.\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\n    <div class=\"hart-letter-card\" id=\"letter-O\" data-letter=\"O\">\n        <div class=\"hart-letter-content\">\n            <h2 class=\"hart-glossary-letter-title\">O like&#8230;<\/h2>\n            \n            <div class=\"hart-glossary-item\">\n                <div class=\"hart-glossary-term\">Op Art<\/div>\n                <div class=\"hart-glossary-period\">Artistic movement<\/div>\n                <div class=\"hart-glossary-definition\">\n                    Artistic movement (1960s) that uses optical illusions and geometric patterns to create the impression of movement and vibration. Op Art has influenced design through its use of dynamic and interactive visual effects.\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n\n            <div class=\"hart-glossary-item\">\n                <div class=\"hart-glossary-term\">Organic Design<\/div>\n                <div class=\"hart-glossary-period\">Style \u2022 Movement<\/div>\n                <div class=\"hart-glossary-definition\">\n                    Design approach that uses natural forms and materials, prioritizing fluidity and harmony with the environment. It is inspired by biology and nature to create ergonomic and visually pleasing objects and spaces.\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\n    <div class=\"hart-letter-card\" id=\"letter-P\" data-letter=\"P\">\n        <div class=\"hart-letter-content\">\n            <h2 class=\"hart-glossary-letter-title\">P like&#8230;<\/h2>\n            \n            <div class=\"hart-glossary-item\">\n                <div class=\"hart-glossary-term\">Patina<\/div>\n                <div class=\"hart-glossary-period\">Technique \u2022 Aesthetics<\/div>\n                <div class=\"hart-glossary-definition\">\n                    The effect of time on the surface of an object, giving it a unique character and history. Patina is often sought after in design as a sign of authenticity and quality.\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n\n            <div class=\"hart-glossary-item\">\n                <div class=\"hart-glossary-term\">Plasterwork<\/div>\n                <div class=\"hart-glossary-period\">Technique \u2022 Decor<\/div>\n                <div class=\"hart-glossary-definition\">\n                    Decorative elements made of plaster or stucco, used to decorate ceilings, walls, and cornices. Plasterwork adds a classic and sophisticated touch to interiors, highlighting the elegance of forms.\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n\n            <div class=\"hart-glossary-item\">\n                <div class=\"hart-glossary-term\">Post-Modernism<\/div>\n                <div class=\"hart-glossary-period\">Artistic movement<\/div>\n                <div class=\"hart-glossary-definition\">\n                    Artistic and architectural movement (1970s-1990s) that reacted against the simplicity of modernism by embracing eclecticism, ornamentation, and humor. Post-modernism mixes styles and references, creating a rich and often provocative aesthetic.\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\n    <div class=\"hart-letter-card\" id=\"letter-Q\" data-letter=\"Q\">\n        <div class=\"hart-letter-content\">\n            <h2 class=\"hart-glossary-letter-title\">Q like&#8230;<\/h2>\n            \n            <div class=\"hart-glossary-item\">\n                <div class=\"hart-glossary-term\">Quiet Luxury<\/div>\n                <div class=\"hart-glossary-period\">Aesthetics \u2022 Decor<\/div>\n                <div class=\"hart-glossary-definition\">\n                    A trend that focuses on discreet luxury, avoiding flashy logos and conspicuous consumption. It is characterized by the use of high-quality materials, impeccable craftsmanship, and timeless design.\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\n    <div class=\"hart-letter-card\" id=\"letter-R\" data-letter=\"R\">\n        <div class=\"hart-letter-content\">\n            <h2 class=\"hart-glossary-letter-title\">R like&#8230;<\/h2>\n            \n            <div class=\"hart-glossary-item\">\n                <div class=\"hart-glossary-term\">Rattan<\/div>\n                <div class=\"hart-glossary-period\">Material \u2022 Furniture<\/div>\n                <div class=\"hart-glossary-definition\">\n                    A flexible and durable natural material from a climbing palm tree. Rattan is used to make furniture and accessories with a light, exotic, and natural aesthetic, popular since the 19th century.\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n\n            <div class=\"hart-glossary-item\">\n                <div class=\"hart-glossary-term\">Rococo<\/div>\n                <div class=\"hart-glossary-period\">Style \u2022 Movement<\/div>\n                <div class=\"hart-glossary-definition\">\n                    18th-century decorative style characterized by light, graceful, and playful forms. It favors asymmetry, delicate ornamentation (shells, floral motifs), and pastel colors, creating an intimate and sophisticated atmosphere.\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\n    <div class=\"hart-letter-card\" id=\"letter-S\" data-letter=\"S\">\n        <div class=\"hart-letter-content\">\n            <h2 class=\"hart-glossary-letter-title\">S like&#8230;<\/h2>\n            \n            <div class=\"hart-glossary-item\">\n                <div class=\"hart-glossary-term\">Scandinavian<\/div>\n                <div class=\"hart-glossary-period\">Style \u2022 Movement<\/div>\n                <div class=\"hart-glossary-definition\">\n                    Design movement that emerged in the 1950s. It is characterized by simplicity, functionality, and a connection with nature. It favors natural materials (wood, wool), clean lines, and neutral colors, creating a warm and welcoming aesthetic.\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n\n            <div class=\"hart-glossary-item\">\n                <div class=\"hart-glossary-term\">Shaker<\/div>\n                <div class=\"hart-glossary-period\">Style \u2022 Movement<\/div>\n                <div class=\"hart-glossary-definition\">\n                    Furniture design style created by the Shaker religious community in the 18th century. It is characterized by a radical simplicity, functionality, and the absence of ornamentation. Shaker furniture is a symbol of minimalism and craftsmanship.\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\n    <div class=\"hart-letter-card\" id=\"letter-T\" data-letter=\"T\">\n        <div class=\"hart-letter-content\">\n            <h2 class=\"hart-glossary-letter-title\">T like&#8230;<\/h2>\n            \n            <div class=\"hart-glossary-item\">\n                <div class=\"hart-glossary-term\">Terrazzo<\/div>\n                <div class=\"hart-glossary-period\">Material \u2022 Decor<\/div>\n                <div class=\"hart-glossary-definition\">\n                    Composite material made of chips of marble, quartz, granite, or glass, poured with a binder and polished to a smooth surface. Originally from Italy, terrazzo adds a playful and colorful touch to modern interiors.\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n\n            <div class=\"hart-glossary-item\">\n                <div class=\"hart-glossary-term\">Tonalism<\/div>\n                <div class=\"hart-glossary-period\">Style \u2022 Painting<\/div>\n                <div class=\"hart-glossary-definition\">\n                    Artistic style that focuses on the subtle gradation of a single color or a limited palette to create a harmonious atmosphere. In design, tonalism is used to create serene and elegant spaces through the use of monochromatic tones.\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\n    <div class=\"hart-letter-card\" id=\"letter-U\" data-letter=\"U\">\n        <div class=\"hart-letter-content\">\n            <h2 class=\"hart-glossary-letter-title\">U like&#8230;<\/h2>\n            \n            <div class=\"hart-glossary-item\">\n                <div class=\"hart-glossary-term\">Upholstery<\/div>\n                <div class=\"hart-glossary-period\">Technique \u2022 Furniture<\/div>\n                <div class=\"hart-glossary-definition\">\n                    The art of covering a seat with fabric, leather, or other materials. It involves the use of padding, springs, and stuffing to create a comfortable and aesthetic finish. Upholstery is a key element in furniture design and decor.\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\n    <div class=\"hart-letter-card\" id=\"letter-V\" data-letter=\"V\">\n        <div class=\"hart-letter-content\">\n            <h2 class=\"hart-glossary-letter-title\">V like&#8230;<\/h2>\n            \n            <div class=\"hart-glossary-item\">\n                <div class=\"hart-glossary-term\">Venetian<\/div>\n                <div class=\"hart-glossary-period\">Style \u2022 Decor<\/div>\n                <div class=\"hart-glossary-definition\">\n                    Decorative style that draws inspiration from the luxury and opulence of Venice. It is characterized by the use of rich materials (velvet, silk, marble), Murano glass, and ornate forms, creating a dramatic and elegant atmosphere.\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n\n            <div class=\"hart-glossary-item\">\n                <div class=\"hart-glossary-term\">Vintage<\/div>\n                <div class=\"hart-glossary-period\">Style \u2022 Concept<\/div>\n                <div class=\"hart-glossary-definition\">\n                    A term used to describe objects or styles that are at least 20 years old and reflect a past era. Vintage design is appreciated for its authenticity, quality, and unique character, bringing a touch of history to contemporary spaces.\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\n    <div class=\"hart-letter-card\" id=\"letter-W\" data-letter=\"W\">\n        <div class=\"hart-letter-content\">\n            <h2 class=\"hart-glossary-letter-title\">W like&#8230;<\/h2>\n            \n            <div class=\"hart-glossary-item\">\n                <div class=\"hart-glossary-term\">Wicker<\/div>\n                <div class=\"hart-glossary-period\">Material \u2022 Furniture<\/div>\n                <div class=\"hart-glossary-definition\">\n                    A weaving technique using natural materials like willow, reed, or bamboo. 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It influenced Art Deco and modern design.\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\n    <div class=\"hart-letter-card\" id=\"letter-X\" data-letter=\"X\">\n        <div class=\"hart-letter-content\">\n            <h2 class=\"hart-glossary-letter-title\">X like&#8230;<\/h2>\n            \n            <div class=\"hart-glossary-item\">\n                <div class=\"hart-glossary-term\">Not yet covered<\/div>\n                <div class=\"hart-glossary-period\"><\/div>\n                <div class=\"hart-glossary-definition\">\n                    \n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\n    <div class=\"hart-letter-card\" id=\"letter-Y\" data-letter=\"Y\">\n        <div class=\"hart-letter-content\">\n            <h2 class=\"hart-glossary-letter-title\">Y like&#8230;<\/h2>\n            \n            <div class=\"hart-glossary-item\">\n                <div class=\"hart-glossary-term\">Youth Culture<\/div>\n                <div class=\"hart-glossary-period\">Concept \u2022 Design<\/div>\n                <div class=\"hart-glossary-definition\">\n                    The set of values, behaviors, and aesthetics of young people. 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