Funktsionaalist
Funktsionaalist is an Estonian term that translates to functionalist in English. It refers to a person who adheres to or advocates for functionalism, a broad philosophical approach that views phenomena in terms of their purpose or function. In the context of architecture and design, functionalism emphasizes that the form of an object or building should be determined by its intended use and purpose. This principle, often summarized as "form follows function," rejects unnecessary ornamentation and focuses on efficiency, practicality, and the needs of the user.
In sociology and psychology, functionalism is a theoretical perspective that views society or the mind as a