Housing and Cities

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Housing and Cities is a design-oriented architecture course that focuses on key moments of European urban housing history. It looks into ordinary or replicated housing types of different social classes that contributed to the definition of urban identity across borders and time.

Each topic is first introduced through a general overview that examines housing from an urban point of view. Secondly, each topic is illustrated through a typological analysis, aiming for a detailed vision of domestic life at each time.

Students are encouraged to have an operative view of the course, appreciating how modern and contemporary architecture has reinterpreted and been influenced by different housing models.

What you will learn

• Identify the cultural context and time of diffusion of housing types
• Examine the plans of different housing examples and recognise types of distribution and spatial organisation
• Estimate how a specific type of housing has influenced urban character
• Contextualise different types of housing historically and socially

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Discover the intricate relationship between architecture and urban identity with "Housing and Cities," an engaging course presented by edX. This design-oriented program delves into pivotal moments in European urban housing history, highlighting the contributions of various social classes to the urban landscape over time. The course begins with a comprehensive overview, examining housing from an urban perspective. It then delves deeper with a typological analysis, offering a detailed look at domestic life throughout different historical periods. This dual approach helps students appreciate how modern and contemporary architecture have been shaped by and have reinterpreted past housing models. Led by expert instructors, this 35-hour course is perfect for those seeking to deepen their understanding of architectural design and urban planning. With a subscription to the Starter level, learners at the awareness stage can gain valuable insights into the evolution of housing and its impact on urban identity. Ideal for architecture enthusiasts and professionals alike, "Housing and Cities" invites you to explore the dynamic interplay between residential design and urban development across history. Join us to enhance your appreciation and knowledge of this fascinating subject.