Composition and Theory of Architecture

Lecturer:

Radomíra Sedláková

Tutor:

Radomíra Sedláková

Supervisor:

Department of Architecture

Synopsis:

The task is to analyse three examples of historical or contemporary architecture or urban design. Main topics: concepts of architectural space (Raumplan, plan libre, deconstructivism etc.), concepts of urban space, geometry and its role in architectural and urban composition, semiotics and meaning of symbols in architecture, expression of architecture by non-architectural and non-constructive means.

Requirements:

none

Syllabus of lectures:

Syllabus of tutorials:

Study Objective:

Seminars are focused on the composition of architecture and urban space through an application of theoretical concepts. Basic composition principles will be analysed using examples typical in a particular historical period.

Study materials:

(1) Architectural Theory from Renaissance to the Present, TASCHEN, Köln 2003

(2) Jencks, Ch., The New Paradigm in Architecture, Yale University Press, 2002

(3) Kruft, H. -W., Geschichte der Architekturtheorie, C. H. Beck Verlag, 1985

(4) Krier, R., Urban Space, Umbau-Verlag Solingen, 2005, Schulz, CH. N., Mening in Western Architecture, Studio Vista, 1975

(5) Lawlor, R., Secred Geometry, Thames and Hudson Ltd, London 1982

Note:

Time-table for winter semester 2011/2012:

Time-table is not available yet

Time-table for summer semester 2011/2012:

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The course is a part of the following study plans: