The defining characteristics of the Hi-Tech architecture movement are:
1. Expressing the building's construction and technology: The Hi-Tech architecture movement celebrates technology and construction, with buildings' design, structure and technology being visually expressed.
2. Integration of industrial materials: Hi-Tech architecture uses industrial materials such as steel, concrete, and glass in building design.
3. Structural transparency: Hi-Tech architecture embraces transparency and lightness in construction, with buildings featuring vast amounts of glass and open spaces.
4. Modular design: Hi-Tech architecture often uses modular design systems that enable construction elements to be pre-fabricated, reducing on-site construction time and reducing waste.
5. Expression of function: The Hi-Tech architecture movement places a strong emphasis on function over form, with buildings serving as machines for living and working.
6. Structural honesty: Hi-Tech Architecture emphasizes on the structural honesty of the building, which means that the building’s structure is clearly visible and apparent.
7. Futuristic form: Hi-Tech architecture embraces futuristic forms like curves, triangles, and other geometric shapes, which offer a sense of modernity and innovation.
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