From design practice to social changes: Explaining the influence of women designers and architects of the 20th century

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1 Industrial design, faculty of Design, Tabriz Islamic art university, Tabriz, Iran

2 PhD student of Industrial Design, Department of Industrial Design, Faculty of Design, Tabriz Islamic Art University, Tabriz, Iran

10.30465/ws.2025.49301.4159

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This research aims to review the thinking and pioneering activities of women in the world of design and architecture in the twentieth century, with a focus on their role and social responsibility in producing aesthetic meanings, breaking gender stereotypes, and creating social changes. Reflecting on the societal impact of the thoughts and activities of pioneering women designers and architects of the twentieth century, with a focus on the activities of three female designers (Charlotte Perriand, Eileen Gray, and Coco Chanel), is the subject of this research, which is of a research type and has been conducted using library studies. Their contribution to cultural and societal transformations is evident through their use of design. Analyzing the works of the three female designers and artists under study from a design and architectural perspective shows that their works exhibit characteristics such as structural innovation, symbolism, and cost-effectiveness in the social dimension of their activities. Furthermore, these works, in terms of form and appearance, while being innovative, were often simple and practical, indicating a deep understanding of society and individual needs. They were effective in producing aesthetic meanings and challenging gender stereotypes of their time.

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  • Receive Date: 27 June 2024
  • Revise Date: 06 September 2024
  • Accept Date: 09 December 2024

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