About Le Corbusier
Le Corbusier, born Charles-Édouard Jeanneret in 1887, was a Swiss-French architect, designer, painter, urban planner, and writer. He is one of the pioneers of modern architecture. His work combined functionalism with bold sculptural expressionism, creating iconic buildings like the Villa Savoye and the Unité d'Habitation.
Key Projects
- Villa Savoye - Poissy, France
- Notre-Dame-du-Haut - Ronchamp, France
- Unité d'Habitation - Marseille, France
- Chandigarh Capitol Complex - Chandigarh, India
Legacy
Le Corbusier’s innovative ideas and designs have had a lasting influence on architecture around the world. His philosophy of urbanism and architectural aesthetics continues to inspire architects and designers today. Learn more about Modernism