Summary
The video provides an insightful journey through the evolution of urban theory, discussing urban phenomena, resilience, and the role of nature in city development. It delves into the concepts of aesthetics, geometry, and movement in both natural and urban settings. The discussion expands to explore urban development through the ages, from ancient orthogonal planning to contemporary organic forms. Furthermore, there is an analysis of the intricate relationship between spatial order and temporal dynamics in cities, using historical examples like Athens and Rome to underscore these complexities.
Chapters
Introduction to the Course
The Urban Phenomenon
The Resilience of the City
Urban and Project Phenomena
Gravitation and Concentration
Nature and Urban Development
Perception of Form and Movement
Le Yang et la Tension
La Dualité Ville Vivante / Ville Résistante
Le Jardin Zen et la Ville
L'Architecture de la Ville
Le Développement Urbain à Travers l'Histoire
La Dynamique Entre l'Ordre et le Temps
Architecture in the Urban Order
Medieval Era Architecture
Urban Evolution
Comparing Urban Spaces
Timgad Roman Colony
Introduction to the Course
Introduction to the course on urban theory, touching on the nature of the city and urban phenomena.
The Urban Phenomenon
Discusses the concept of the urban phenomenon and its relation to urban projects.
The Resilience of the City
Exploration of the concept of resilience in cities and the challenges posed by urban projects.
Urban and Project Phenomena
Comparison between the urban phenomenon and urban projects, emphasizing their distinct nature and relationship.
Gravitation and Concentration
Discussion on the fundamental principles of gravitation and concentration, relating them to urban phenomena.
Nature and Urban Development
Exploration of nature's role in urban development, emphasizing the organic growth and movement in the city.
Perception of Form and Movement
Discussing the perception of aesthetics, geometry, and movement in natural and urban contexts.
Le Yang et la Tension
Discussion sur le travail d'Edgar Morin et la nécessité de repenser nos modes de pensée en prenant exemple sur la figure du fleuve d'Héraclite.
La Dualité Ville Vivante / Ville Résistante
Exploration de la dualité entre la ville en mouvement perpétuel et la ville ancienne résistante, illustrée par des analogies avec la nature comme les montagnes et les fleuves.
Le Jardin Zen et la Ville
Comparaison entre le jardin zen, notamment la disposition des pierres entre elles, et la construction et la transformation continues de la ville par ses habitants.
L'Architecture de la Ville
Analyse de l'architecture urbaine en tant que condition de la communauté humaine et de la mémoire collective, avec un focus sur la croissance et la planification des villes.
Le Développement Urbain à Travers l'Histoire
Exploration des différentes méthodes de développement urbain à travers les âges, de la planification orthogonale des villes anciennes aux formes plus organiques et évolutives des villes contemporaines.
La Dynamique Entre l'Ordre et le Temps
Réflexion sur la dynamique complexe entre l'ordre spatial et la temporalité dans la conception et l'évolution des villes, avec des exemples historiques comme Athènes et Rome.
Architecture in the Urban Order
Examining the urban order showcasing a wall facing the Roman forum demonstrating a single temporal horizon and thought rooted in deep antiquity.
Medieval Era Architecture
Transitioning to the medieval era architecture with intermediate windows representing urban development blending modern and historical elements.
Urban Evolution
Discussing the urban evolution in cities, contrasting traditional views of cities like Le Corbusier's Poissy with contemporary realities, emphasizing continuity and coherence.
Comparing Urban Spaces
Comparing urban spaces, showcasing the colonial city layout inspired by Roman architecture in Algiers, illustrating the power and planning of colonial cities.
Timgad Roman Colony
Exploring the Timgad Roman colony layout in Algeria, highlighting the geometric and regular planning reflecting Roman authority and imperial influence.
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