what is architecture? Lecorbusier ““Architecture is the learned game, correct and magnificent, of forms assembled in the light.” Louis Kahn - “Architecture is the reaching out for the truth.” Zaha Hadid - “Architecture is really about wellbeing. I think that people want to feel good in a space....” defined Lecorbusier, louis kahn, zaha hadid concept architecture begins with an idea, a concept, a vision solution to a set of problems an architect is a problem solver form verses function making of spacespace can be made in many ways “I prefer drawing to talking. Drawing is faster, and leaves less room for lies.” Lecorbusier process every line has a meaning structure how does the building stand? circulation how do you move through a building? function the importance of understanding function floor a floor is a surface on ground wall walls are all around you roof / ceiling look above you environment architecture also the ‘built environment’ light and shadow how does light enter a space? material aesthetic, performance, function “Architecture starts when you carefully put two bricks together. There it begins.” Mies Van De Rohe