Le Corbusier [Hardcover]

Born Charles-?douard Jeanneret,Le Corbusier(18871965) is widely acclaimed as the most influential architect of the 20th century. From private villas to mass social housing projects, his radical ideas, designs, and writings presented a whole-scale reinvention not only of individual structures, but of entireconcepts of modern living.

Le Corbusiers work made distinct developments over the years, from early vernacular houses in Switzerland through dazzling white, purist villas to dynamic syntheses of art and architecture such as the chapel atRonchampand the civic buildings inChandigarh, India. A hallmark throughout was his ability to combinefunctionalist aspirationswith astrong sense of expressionism, as well as a broader and empathetic understanding of urban planning. He was a founding member of the Congr?s international darchitecture moderne (CIAM), which championed architecture as a social art.

This book presents some of Le Corbusiers landmark projects to introduce an architect, thinker, and modern pioneer who, even in his unrealized projects, offered discussion and inspiration for generations to come.

BAEven in his unrealised projects, Le Corbusier redefined modern living, synthesising functionalism, expressionism, and expansive urban thinking from Switzerland to Chandigarh, India. This book provides a succinct introduction to his trailblazing ideas, writings, and buildings, which continue to resonate and influence to this day.