Mies and IIT Campus: Architecture and Campus Design

This lecture explores the architectural legacy of Mies van Der Rohe and the design of the IIT Campus in Chicago, focusing on the Campus Center project by OMA/Rem Koolhaas. It delves into the principles of materiality, technology, and spatial organization, as well as the vision for a new architectural icon for the 21st century. The presentation covers the historical context of the campus, the competition process, and the proposed programmatic elements for the new building, including student services, dining facilities, recreational spaces, and potential future expansions.