Week 1 – Ways to Modernism

Lecture slides

2014 – Ways to modernism.ppt (Image selection : Varun Thautam)

2015 – Ways to Modernsim.pdf (Image selection  : Prof. John Stuart)

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Suggested Readings

Click here for the scans. The books /movies are available in the library / online.

1. Pallasmaa, J. (2005). The eyes of the skin: Architecture and the senses. Chichester: Wiley-Academy ; Chapter 1

2. Koren, L. (1994). Wabi-sabi for artists, designers, poets & philosophers. Berkeley, Calif: Stone Bridge Press. (whole book)

3. Tanizaki, J. (1977). In praise of shadows. New Haven, Conn: Leete’s Island Books. (whole book)

Optional Readings

Evans, I., & Smiley, L. (2002). The hand-sculpted house: A philosophical and practical guide to building a cob cottage. White River Junction, Vt.: Chelsea Green Pub.; Chapter 1

Modern times [Motion picture]. (2003). MK2 Éditions

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Required Activity

1. Please give your response to the readings and movies here.
2. You will be evaluated on..
   a. Understanding the Content
   b. Conceptualizing your Opinion
3. This weeks readings contributes a total of 6 Marks towards the final grade.
4. Check your calendar for the deadline. 

Late responses receive a 20% deduction per week.