INAR361 Theory I

[2–0, 2 cr.]

This course introduces the basic principles and formal concepts that constitute an ‘architectural language’, such as proportion, rhythm, harmony, hierarchy. Through analysis of key architectural projects, these concepts would be illustrated and would serve as a basis for an understanding of the syntactical dimension in architecture. In addition, the course will introduce the anthropological and sociological dimensions, exploring the impact of spatial forms and architectural patterns on social organization and human behavior, by examining comparative models from various cultural settings.

Prerequisite: FND281 Design Culture