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Architecture Narratives: From Childhood to Urban Interventions

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AR-401(m): Studio MA1 (Gay and Menzel)

The studio is focused on contextual imaginary. Developing narratives, inspired both from the site and from the student's imagination leads to a theme sustaining the project. The narrative helps the student to intervene in the complexity of a given context. ...

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This lecture delves into the personal journey of the instructor, from growing up surrounded by architects to studying architecture in Zurich and Lausanne. It explores the influence of key figures, the importance of detailing in architecture, and the challenges of urban preservation and transformation. Through examples of furniture design and architectural projects, the lecture emphasizes the significance of context, precision, and blurring in architectural interventions, highlighting the interplay between history, memory, and contemporary design approaches.

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