Hierarchy classification:

1. top of the aat hierarchies
2. Associated Concepts Facet
3. Associated Concepts (hierarchy name)
4. [concepts in the arts and humanities]
5. artistic concepts
6. forms of expression (artistic concept)

Anotations

Scope note:

Doctrine or practice that emphasizes practical utility or functional relations in the design and construction of structures, objects, and systems. Use also when referring to the contemporary design philosophy, relating chiefly to architecture and furnishings, holding that form should be adapted to use, material, and structure.