The defining characteristics of the High-Tech architecture movement are:
1. Expression of technology: High-Tech architecture is characterized by the use of advanced building techniques and technology as a design element. It seeks to express the structural, mechanical, and electrical systems through design and style.
2. Industrial aesthetic: The movement favors an industrial aesthetic, with exposed steel, glass, and other materials commonly found in factories and warehouses.
3. Structural expression: High-Tech architecture emphasizes the importance of expressing the structural system of the building, including beams, girders, and other support systems.
4. Functionalism: The movement emphasizes the functional purpose of the building, with each element serving a specific purpose and function.
5. Transparency: The use of glass and other transparent materials is a key feature of High-Tech architecture, allowing for a visual connection between the interior and exterior of the building.
6. Energy efficiency: High-Tech architecture promotes energy efficiency and sustainability through the use of innovative technologies and materials, such as solar panels and green roofs.
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