1. Lack of Functionality: Many critics believed that Art Nouveau buildings were too focused on ornamentation rather than functionality. The elaborate designs often made it difficult to use the buildings for practical purposes.
2. Excessive Ornamentation: Art Nouveau architecture was often criticized for its excessive use of ornamentation, which some felt was an unnecessary extravagance.
3. Lack of Harmony: Some critics felt that Art Nouveau architecture lacked the harmony and balance that was present in more traditional architectural styles.
4. Unsustainability: The Art Nouveau movement led to the production of many elaborate and highly detailed buildings, but the materials and techniques used were often unsustainable and environmentally damaging.
5. Impracticality: The intricate and flowing designs of Art Nouveau buildings were often difficult and expensive to construct, making them impractical for large-scale projects.
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