ARCH 3620 - Foundations of Architectural Theory

Institution:

University of Detroit Mercy

Subject:

Architecture

Description:

This course examines a number of theoretical issues that are central to the understanding and making of architecture. Each topic is anchored by a number of readings which provide a context for our inquiry and define the salient concepts. The readings are drawn from a variety of disciplines -- philosophy, history, cultural theory, as well as architecture -- and have been chosen because of the profound influence they have had on how contemporary architecture is understood . One seminar session each week is devoted to a discussion of the readings per se with a special emphasis on how they inform the way architecture is experienced. The second session consists of a critique of a weekly sketch-problem arising from the readings. These projects are intended to demonstrate the student's understanding of the concepts and theoretical issues and creatively explore their applicability to design.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.udmercy.edu

Phone Number:

(313) 993-1000

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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