- History, Theory, and Culture - Architecture of the 20th and 21st Century Units: 3

Catalog description

This course offers a critical and in-depth examination of the historical forces that have shaped the built environment across time and cultures. Moving beyond chronological surveys, the course investigates the political, social, economic, and environmental contexts that influence architectural and urban development, leading to Modernity and beyond all the way to today. Students will explore how power, identity, colonialism, technology, and architectural theory are inscribed in buildings, landscapes, and urban infrastructures. Emphasis is placed on historical approaches, contemporary perspectives, and the evolving methods of developing the built environment.