Modern Architecture Lacks One Crucial Thing

Architecture must be meaningful. Unfortunately, many new builds aren’t. Why is that, and why does modern architecture often miss the mark on timeless design? In this video, we critically analyze contemporary architectural trends to uncover how they impact the creation of buildings that truly endure. We look into Kantian aesthetics and how Immanuel Kant’s theories can help us understand what makes architecture meaningful.

Learn about Roger Scruton’s concept of "Everyday Beauty" and how small, everyday details can enhance our environment. We also explore Leon Krier’s urban design principles, which advocate for a harmonious and balanced approach to building and city planning. This video aims to highlight the importance of integrating beauty and functionality to create spaces that stand the test of time.

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This channel deals with topics concerning architecture and city design. The aim is to broadcast interesting and peculiar structures as well as to challenge current standards within the field. If you (like me) have a passion for the subject, consider checking out some of my other videos!

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[thehaussmann]

Hi everyone! I’m still alive, and so are hopefully all of you. It was never my intention to go this long without posting. Life happened, and I needed to step back. I’m excited to be releasing a new video at last, and I’m eager to continue creating and sharing content with you.

[hamzaraof]

you cannot imagine how much i missed your videos. hope to see more of them

[thefrub]

Well said, I really liked the point about beauty being a sum of the parts. Some people find suburbs beautiful, some people find concrete beatiful

[standardizedshipping]

I am so so glad you're back to posting! We need more people talking about architecture!

[benjaminyaary]

It's pretty simple to me to be honest, at least to start. A beautiful city is one with variety within a set of boundaries, and that emphasizes important buildings over the mundane. Lastly, local, more natural materials should be prioritized over materials such as concrete, metal and glass.

[Rahshu]

I'm afraid everything in this went *way* over my head and I had no idea what you were talking about, yet the beautiful buildings you pointed out (and the ugly ones) I agreed with. While the philosophers make no sense, it's weird how people seem to be able to just call out "beautiful" or "ugly" at a glance with a seemingly high degree of agreement. That is interesting to me, and I'd love to know why that happens. It's like it's an intuitive response.

[LaLaLoaded]

Welcome back, I really missed your videos!
Hope you've been well!

[pigeon_the_brit]

this is a fantastic video that deserves way more views

[resurgamarch]

It may be missing points (I wouldn't know) but you broke down Kant much better than I could trying to get through those readings in architecture school haha

[edethormaehlen]

Wuhu! Endlich wieder ein neues Video. :)

[SisterSunny]

you're back!! Your videos are always so high-quality, and this one is just as good!

[phibbr]

godzamit your videos are criminally underrated, keep it up

[LiamBleu]

Another brilliant video, keep up the amazing work!

Hopefully some of these principles make their way into Australian planning and building practice

[Kbarboza]

I love modern architecture. My dream is so have a small concrete house and then have my beautifully artistic partner paint on the blank walls. He loves the color pink and I love the color yellow. That blank slate has so much potential.

[s.tunafish]

Really cool, that you mentioned @theaestheticcity I love his channel and although you can argue it's a concervative view, I think in this particular case, a bit of more down to earth approach is definitely healthy.
Love the video and welcome back :)

[Takeawayjustin]

Its been a year i thought the channel waa abandoned was a suprise to see this

[jelsner]

Thanks for a thoughtful video. So glad to see another video from you. Hoping you will post another very soon.

[backroomserklärt]

Sooo ein gutes Video, genau darum geht es eigentlich! Es ist vor allem das Zusammenspiel der Gebäude und nicht das individuelle Gebäude.

[moyojenrola]

watched all your videos, its time to make moreee

[Leo-iftn]

I did not except the "live action" parts 😂😂😂