This lecture-based course covers architectural and design theory and history after 1900.

The course has two parts; the first analytical, the second a historical survey. While the second part is common to all students, the first part is structured differently for students of architecture and industrial design respectively, with a 3D modeling assignment for studio 1 and 2, and an essay assignment for studio 3.

Knowledge of modern architectural- design- and art history in a wide historical, theoretical and cultural context.

Lectures, literature studies, digital assignments, essay writing.

Assignments. Exam at the end of first year.

The course is assessed subject to an A-F grade scale. E is the poorest pass mark, as stated in the Regulations for Master's degree programmes at Oslo School of Architecture and Design, § 6-14.

Mandatory reading

Curtis, W. J. R. (1996). Modern architecture since 1900. London: Phaidon.

Raizman, D. (2003). History of modern design: graphics and products since the industrial revolution. London: Laurence King.

Recommended reading

Handouts with recommended reading are handed out for each lecture.