Read the following pages in Towards A New Architecture: (199-224) and resp’ond to one (1) of the following prompts (A, B) in 100 – 150 words.
WRI’TING PROMPTS:
Architecture III. Pure Creation of the Mind:
A: In this section, Le Corbusier refers to the Axis of Organization. Discuss to what degree this axis affects the designed and built environment, it’s relationship to the laws of physics and it’s affect on our reaction to architecture.
B: Previously, Le Corbusier references ‘plastic emotions’. He defines his use of the term ‘plastic’ in this section. What does Le Corbusier define ‘plastic’ as being? Discuss how the built environment affects these emotions for the end user; what examples does he use and do you agree or disagree?
Please note the prompt you are talking about on top of the page.
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