La Villa Savoye after Le Corbusier, une Longue Histoire

Restoration efforts on Villa Savoye, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and masterpiece by Le Corbusier, have reignited critical discussions on the preservation of modern architecture. The study highlights that these restorations present an opportunity to reassess fundamental questions about originality, authorship, and the integrity of 'auteur architecture.' It also underscores the persistent issue of construction defects in Le Corbusier's works, exacerbated by the rapid ageing and decay of materials used in modern design. This microhistorical analysis focuses on interpersonal relationships and interpretative frameworks within the site's history, offering a nuanced perspective on the challenges and implications of restoring such iconic structures.

Gherardini, S. C., & Olmo, C. (2015). La Villa Savoye after Le Corbusier, une Longue Histoire. Docomomo Journal, (53), 40–47. https://doi.org/10.52200/53.a.ekiza53a