Notre Dame du Haut (Le Corbusier)

Author: Daniel Pauli [France]
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Publish Date: 2006-10-30
Features: This series consists of 7 volumes, imported from Switzerland, with each volume focusing on one of Le Corbusier's famous architectural works. This book primarily explores the historical background and design process of the Ronchamp Chapel. The initial concept of the chapel was conceived in 1950 and was completed in 1955. Le Corbusier designed only two religious buildings—the Ronchamp Chapel is the first, and the second is the La Tourette Monastery built in 1960. In Le Corbusier's works, this chapel is often understood as a manifesto. During its construction, it sparked much controversy. Today, the Ronchamp Chapel is undoubtedly one of Le Corbusier's most visited buildings, becoming a revered architectural landmark and worthy of being celebrated as one of the world's most cherished and revered treasures. This guide not only invites you to explore the entire building but also delves into the different stages of the project and the architect's design process by extensively drawing on Le Corbusier's own oral and written comments. This book is suitable for architects, urban planners, and students and faculty of architecture.