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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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30 minutes

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Fri 29 Aug 2025 00:00

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Role Contributor
Presenter Matthew Parris
Interviewed Guest David Chipperfield
Producer Melvin Rickarby

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  • Tue 31 Dec 2013 16:30
  • Fri 3 Jan 2014 23:00
  • Thu 21 Nov 2019 18:30
  • Fri 22 Nov 2019 00:30
  • Thu 28 Aug 2025 10:00
  • Thu 28 Aug 2025 16:00
  • Fri 29 Aug 2025 00:00

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