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Theory of Architecture II

Theory of Architecture II

Code	15156
Year	2
Semester	S2
ECTS Credits	5
Workload	TP(60H)
Scientific area	Theory and History of Architecture
Entry requirements	Successful attendance of History of Architecture I, II and III, and Theory of Architecture I is recommended.
Learning outcomes	This course's primary objective is to expand knowledge on architectural theory during the 20th century, namely referring to the thinking of referential architecture practitioners, both in the Modern and Contemporary period. Departing from the opposition between Modernity and Post-Modernity, the course will explore the evolution of values, concepts and movements that have influenced architectural practice, including its social impacts, cultural contributions and integration into wider historical contexts. Allied to specific knowledge acquisition, planned practical exercises will have as central goals the development of research skills and critical thought, either at the individual level and as part of team work.
Syllabus	1. Framework of architectural theory in the 20th century in its relation to architectural practice. 2. Identification of positions, fundamental concepts and thought trends from the early 20th century avantgardes to the Modern Movement and the International Style. 3. Oppositions between the values of Modernity and the critical reflections of Post-Modernism. 4. Identification of critical positions, fundamental concepts and thought trends from the 1960s to the present day. 5. Integration of acquired concepts through two practical exercises on the theoretical thinking of practicing architects during both historical periods portrayed in the course.
Main Bibliography	Bibliografia?Frampton, Kenneth (2008). História Crítica da Arquitectura Moderna. Martins Fontes, São Paulo.?Gadanho, Pedro (2006), Para que Serve a Arquitectura?, Dafne, Porto. Gadanho, Pedro (2022). Climax Change! How Architecture Must Transform in the Age of Ecological Emergency, ACTAR Publishers, New York / Barcelona. Gideon, Siegfried, (1941). Espaço, Tempo e Arquitectura, Martins Fontes, São Paulo: 2004. Hayes, K. Michael (ed.) (2000). Architecture Theory Since 1968. MIT Press, Cambridge. Jenks, Charles (1973). Movimentos Modernos em Arquitectura. Edições 70, Lisboa: 2006 Jenks, Charles e Karl Kropf (2001). Theories and Manifestoes of Contemporary Architecture. Londres: Academic Editions.?Oakman, Joan e Edward Elgen, (1993), Architecture Culture, 1943-1968: A Documentary Anthology. Columbia University, New York Papanek, Victor (1995). Arquitectura e Design: Ecologia e Ética. Edições 70, Lisboa: 2014 Portoghesi, Paolo, (1980), Depois da Arquitectura Moderna, Edições 70, Lisboa: 1
Language	Portuguese. Tutorial support is available in English.