Delves into the complex relationship between architecture and society, exploring the possibilities of creating autonomous and critical architectural designs.
Explores the forgotten symbolism of architectural form in Las Vegas, emphasizing the significance of A&P parking lots and commercial values, and the need for architects to adapt to diverse needs and social contexts.
Explores the evolution of rationalism in French architecture during the 17th and 18th centuries, emphasizing the shift from ornamentation to structural integrity.
Delves into the evolution of environmental thinking in architecture, emphasizing interconnectedness, multiple scales in design decisions, and the significance of thresholds.
Explores Adolf Loos' critique of ornamentation and bourgeois culture, contrasting with Ettore Sottsass' innovative approach to design and his influence on post-Fordism.
Explores the architectural design of the Leicester University engineering laboratory by James Stirling and James Gowan, blending American romantic tradition with European functionalism.
