A platform for research: civil engineering, architecture and urbanism
A platform for research: civil engineering, architecture and urbanism
From birth to death, the urban world is essentially the universe, space, and time of human beings. The meteoric urban growth is multifaceted, from forced displacements of peasants, seduced by the allure of a better life and modernity magnetism. This chapter delves into this global phenomenon that has profoundly altered every continent, reshaping lifestyles and societal structures. It navigates the intricate pathways of urban fragmentation, charting the course of decisions and developments that have shaped our modern landscapes. Le Corbusier, the Swiss architect, is considered to be the founder of modern architecture and provided a real impetus to architecture and urban planning. The chapter discusses Le Corbusier's urban vision, legacy and his influence in Europe. Exploring cityscapes reveals that they are shaped as much by time as by space. Cities pulse to a rhythm guided by the often‐unseen hand of time.
From birth to death, the urban world is essentially the universe, space, and time of human beings. The meteoric urban growth is multifaceted, from forced displacements of peasants, seduced by the allure of a better life and modernity magnetism. This chapter delves into this global phenomenon that has profoundly altered every continent, reshaping lifestyles and societal structures. It navigates the intricate pathways of urban fragmentation, charting the course of decisions and developments that have shaped our modern landscapes. Le Corbusier, the Swiss architect, is considered to be the founder of modern architecture and provided a real impetus to architecture and urban planning. The chapter discusses Le Corbusier's urban vision, legacy and his influence in Europe. Exploring cityscapes reveals that they are shaped as much by time as by space. Cities pulse to a rhythm guided by the often‐unseen hand of time.
Journey Througha Fragmented City
Moreno, Carlos (author)
The 15‐Minute City ; 17-35
2024-05-07
19 pages
Article/Chapter (Book)
Electronic Resource
English