Louis Sullivan

High school (ages 12+)
Art & Creativity

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Do not copy the article. Write two things you learned, the way you would explain them to a friend.

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1. When was Louis Sullivan born?September 3, 1856
2. When did Louis Sullivan die?April 14, 1924 (age 67)
3. Where was Louis Sullivan born?Boston, Massachusetts, USA
4. What is the career?Architect, writer, and educator
5. Who was Louis Sullivan?Louis Sullivan was a famous American architect who is called the "Father of Skyscrapers". He designed very tall buildings with beautiful decorations.
6. What does "form follows function" mean?It means a building should look like what it does. The shape of the building shows its purpose and how it is built.

Form Follows Function: An architectural principle positing that the design of a building should be primarily dictated by its intended use and purpose.
Chicago School of Architecture: A group of architects in late 19th and early 20th century Chicago who developed innovative building techniques, particularly for skyscrapers, emphasizing steel frames and large windows.
Organic Ornamentation: Decorative elements inspired by natural forms such as plants, flowers, and vines, often integrated seamlessly into a building's structure.