Sir David Chipperfield on Le Corbusier
Pioneer of modern architecture, Le Corbusier, is chosen by architect Sir David Chipperfield. With Matthew Parris. From 2013.
Award-winning architect Sir David Chipperfield chooses the pioneer of modern architecture
Le Corbusier aimed to build a better world through radical buildings and the controversial reshaping of whole cities.
Sir David joins Matthew Parris to unpick the life of a man who considered himself a heroic figure, fighting battles to improve the world.
With expert witness: Flora Samuel, Professor of Architecture at the University of Sheffield.
Producer: Melvin Rickarby
First broadcast on ÃÛÑ¿´«Ã½ Radio 4 in December 2013.
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Role | Contributor |
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Presenter | Matthew Parris |
Interviewed Guest | David Chipperfield |
Producer | Melvin Rickarby |
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- Tue 31 Dec 2013 16:30ÃÛÑ¿´«Ã½ Radio 4
- Fri 3 Jan 2014 23:00ÃÛÑ¿´«Ã½ Radio 4 FM
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- Thu 28 Aug 2025 10:00ÃÛÑ¿´«Ã½ Radio 4 Extra
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