Art Nouveau architecture had a significant impact on modernism, particularly on the development of modern architecture. Its emphasis on organic and curvilinear forms, as well as its use of new materials such as cast iron and glass, set the stage for the experimentation in form and material that would become a hallmark of modernism. The Art Nouveau movement also contributed to a shift away from the Victorian and neoclassical styles that had dominated architecture in the 19th century. The use of decoration and ornamentation in Art Nouveau architecture also paved the way for the experimentation with abstract and geometric ornamentation in modernism. Overall, the Art Nouveau movement played an important role in the development of modernism by pushing the boundaries of architectural expression and exploring new materials and forms.
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