Chicagostil
Chicagostil is a term used in design and cultural discourse to describe an urban, Chicago-inspired stylistic approach that blends industrial practicality with modernist forms. While not a formal school, it denotes a cluster of aesthetics that reflect Chicago's architectural heritage and its contemporary redevelopment.
Its roots lie in the late 20th century, amid the revival of former industrial districts in neighborhoods
Key characteristics include exposed structural elements, a palette of brick red, iron gray, and desert sand;
Chicagostil appears in architecture, interior design, furniture, fashion, and graphic design. In buildings, it favors loft-like
Reception is mixed: advocates cite honesty, craft, and civic-minded urbanism; critics warn against commodifying a place-based
See also: Chicago style, Prairie School, International Style, Art Deco.