Course

AR-481: Architecture in the age of acceleration

Summary

This course proposes to investigate six strategies for architecture in the age of acceleration: Acceleration, Regionalism, Participation, Transformation, Commonality and Resilience. Anchoring these strategies in recent architectural history, it will explore their relevance for today's practice.

Lectures

Instructor

Véronique Ivonne M. Patteeuw

Official source

https://edu.epfl.ch/coursebook/en/architecture-in-the-age-of-acceleration-AR-481

Moodle Page

http://go.epfl.ch/AR-481

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Summary

Lectures

Instructor

Véronique Ivonne M. Patteeuw

Official source

https://edu.epfl.ch/coursebook/en/architecture-in-the-age-of-acceleration-AR-481

Moodle Page

http://go.epfl.ch/AR-481

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Environmental science

Environmental studies: Topics in environmental studies

Climate: Climate change

Economics

Macroeconomics: International development

Lectures in this course (20)

Academic Writing: Structure and Argument

Explores academic writing types, structures, arguments, and references, offering guidance on effective planning and self-editing.

Adobe Premiere: Video Editing Essentials

Covers essential video editing concepts using Adobe Premiere Pro.

Peer Review in Essay Writing

Highlights the significance of peer review for improving essay quality through critical evaluation of content, form, structure, and language.

Designing the Object: Rereading History

Explores designing objects, reinterpreting history, and mediating between buildings.

Urban Commonality: Activation and Diversity

Delves into diversity, complexity, and eco-system in urban settings, highlighting the impact of commonality practices on city quality.

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