Architectural History, Theory and Criticism

Modern Architecture and Urbanism

Examines through case studies the cultural contexts that shaped the development of architecture, urban design, landscape and the environment during the twentieth century. Emphasis is placed on the historical developments that influenced changes in style and the theoretical contexts that shaped attitudes towards inhabitation, social organisation, national identity, and cultural self-expression, amongst other things.

Restriction: ARCHHTC 100

Postmodern and Contemporary Architecture and Urbanism

Examines architectural and urban history and theory from the postmodern to the recent and contemporary.

Prerequisite: ARCHHTC 102

Restriction: ARCHHTC 235, 236

Premodern Architecture and Urbanism

Examines topics in pre-modern architectural and urban history and theory across the continents of Eurasia, Africa, the Americas, Australia and Oceania.

Prerequisite: ARCHHTC 237

Restriction: ARCHHTC 339, 340

Directed Study

Pacific Architecture

Examines architectural history and practice in the Pacific region from ancient sites to the present day. Explores design from all periods, with a view to informing future design through consideration of climate, culture, society, materials and economics.

Architecture and Political Philosophy

Examines the political role of architecture and urban space with emphasis on works of Michel Foucault. Analysis of the ways in which architecture constructs habits and habitats in relation to philosophical concepts.

History of Housing in Aotearoa New Zealand - Level 9

A research-based examination of New Zealand’s more than 100-year history of building housing at medium and high densities. Includes analysis of exemplars.

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