Juhani Pallasmaa on Humane Cities, Monumental Architecture, and the Architect's Role in Society
The Finnish architect and international thought leader muses on cities, the impulse to construct, and the poetry of buildings.
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After more than 40 years of working in the field, Finnish architect Juhani Pallasmaa recently closed his independent practice. A prolific author, essayist, professor, critic, and former museum director, he’s since focused his creative energy on teaching and writing about architecture. We caught up with the polymath ahead of a guest lecture at the NewSchool of Architecture & Design in San Diego to discuss what’s on his mind.
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Erika Heet
Erika Heet has been working in publishing for more than 20 years, including years spent as a senior editor at Architectural Digest and Robb Report.
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