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The Earth That Modernism Built

Empire and the Rise of Planetary Design

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Challenging traditional narratives, this book reexamines architectural modernism through the lenses of environmental crisis and ongoing colonial legacies. It highlights how historical architectural practices intersect with contemporary issues, advocating for a rethinking of design principles that address sustainability and social justice. The work aims to inspire a new understanding of architecture that is responsive to current global challenges.

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The Earth That Modernism Built, Kenny Cupers

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2024
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Title
The Earth That Modernism Built
Subtitle
Empire and the Rise of Planetary Design
Language
English
Released
2024
Format
Hardcover
Pages
360
ISBN13
9781477329818
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Challenging traditional narratives, this book reexamines architectural modernism through the lenses of environmental crisis and ongoing colonial legacies. It highlights how historical architectural practices intersect with contemporary issues, advocating for a rethinking of design principles that address sustainability and social justice. The work aims to inspire a new understanding of architecture that is responsive to current global challenges.