Between Thinking and Making, Historic Architecture in Context module (AR21012)

Learn about the history of the development of contemporary architecture. You will learn how key precedents exist in the context of technological development

Credits
10
Module code
AR21012
Level
2
Semester
Semester 1
School
School of Art and Design
Discipline
Architecture and Urban Planning

You will learn about the history of the development of contemporary architecture. You will learn how key precedents are placed in the context of technological development. You will also cover wider cultural contexts.

You will learn about the conceptual aspects of the design process. This will be how you approach your thinking about the process. You will also learn about the technologies, techniques and materials. These will be responsible for the physical manifestation of the architectural idea. You will explore how these concepts of thinking and making interact.

What you will learn

In this module, you will:

  • learn about the development of modern architecture. This will cover from the years 1753 to 1933. You will also cover the theoretical ideas which underpin this development
  • learn about the ways that cultural, social, intellectual and technological histories influence the design of buildings in this period

By the end of this module you will be able to:

  • identify and analyse the conceptual ideas which shape constructed architectural form.
  • communicate analysis clearly and effectively

Assignments / assessment

  • 100% coursework

This module does not have a final exam.

Teaching methods / timetable

  • lectures
  • studio-based learning