| Course title | Development of Contemporary Architecture 2 |
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| Course code | KDA/VSA2 |
| Organizational form of instruction | Lecture |
| Level of course | Master |
| Year of study | not specified |
| Semester | Summer |
| Number of ECTS credits | 1 |
| Language of instruction | Czech |
| Status of course | Compulsory-optional |
| Form of instruction | Face-to-face |
| Work placements | Course does not contain work placement |
| Recommended optional programme components | None |
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The course consists of lectures in which students are introduced to significant architectural projects and studios. Special attention will be paid to buildings that have recently received awards in both the international and domestic context. Teaching is based in part on student activity, in which students will work with the instructor to formulate and reflect on the qualities of the buildings in question. The goal is to expand students' ability to critically analyze current events. By focusing on individual studies, emphasis will be placed on identifying broader themes and contexts. Lecture topics: 1-2) Peter Zumthor 3-4) Postmodern architecture: principles and starting points 5-6) Early work of P. Zumthor 7-8) Work between 1990 and 2000 9-10) Work after 2000 11-12) Steven Holl and Space in Architecture 13-14) Steven Holl and light in architecture Learning outcomes: Knowledge The student: 1. Gain an overview of Peter Zumthor's work and philosophy in various stages of his career. 2. Understand the main principles and foundations of postmodern architecture. 3. Become familiar with the characteristics of Zumthor's early work and its development into the period after 2000. 4. Master knowledge of Steven Holl's architectural approach, particularly in the area of spatial and lighting arrangement. 5. They will be familiar with broader themes and contexts of contemporary architecture reflected in specific examples. Skills The student: 1. Critically analyzes and interprets significant architectural works by Zumthor and Holl. 2. Formulates the qualities of architectural works and discusses them in seminars with the teacher and colleagues. 3. Presents their conclusions using professional terminology and argumentation. 4. Recognizes and applies the principles of postmodern architecture in the analysis of buildings. 5. Actively participates in discussions about architectural principles and their changes over time. General competencies The student: 1. Develops critical thinking within the framework of architectural analysis and reflection. 2. Strengthens the ability to study independently and gain a deeper understanding of complex architectural concepts. 3. Improves communication and discussion skills in a professional environment. 4. Applies an interdisciplinary approach to the study of architecture with regard to historical and contemporary contexts.
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The course extends the ability to critically reflect and interpret current events in architecture in regional and global contexts. The course program changes every semester and focuses on one topic, defined by city, country or region. The students are guided to the ability to accurately describe, analyse and interpret architecture; as well as to getting to know architectural culture elsewhere and to better cope with the situation at home. Teaching combines lessons in the classroom and in the field and includes meetings and discussions with relevant stakeholders - architects, historians, theorists and critics of architecture, curators and others. If possible, it will be followed by a field trip. Overview of topics - contemporary architecture: 1. Switzerland 2. Austria 3. The Netherlands 4. Slovenia 5. Denmark 6. Japan
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| Faculty | Study plan (Version) | Category of Branch/Specialization | Recommended semester |
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