Towards a New Architecture

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Author: Le Corbusier

ISBN-10: 0486250237

ISBN-13: 9780486250236

Category: Architectural Time Periods & Styles

This pioneering proclamation by the great architect expounds Le Corbusier's technical and aesthetic theories, views on industry, economics, the relation of form to function, "mass-production spirit," and much more. Profusely illustrated with over 200 line drawings and photographs of Le Corbusier's buildings and other important structures.

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Pioneering manifesto by founder of "International School." Technical and aesthetic theories, views of industry, economics, relation of form to function, "mass-production split," and much more. Profusely illustrated.

IntroductionVArgument1The Engineer's Aesthetic and Architecture9Three Reminders to ArchitectsIMass21IISurface33IIIPlan43Regulating Lines65Eyes Which Do Not SeeILiners85IIAirplanes105IIIAutomobiles129ArchitectureIThe Lesson of Rome149IIThe Illusion of Plans175IIIPure Creation of the Mind199Mass-Production Houses225Architecture of Revolution267