Concept Louis Kahn o He establishes a hierarchy of spatial organisation in that primary spaces are often centralised, whereas secondary spaces are placed on the fringes o Focussing on functionality whilst giving life to architecture o The materiality and method of assembly of the building should be clear to anyone who sees it, this creates a grander sense of weight and presence o Form did not necessarily follow the function o "Each space should have its own shape and form" o He juxtaposes both materials and geometry, using not only conventional materials like concrete, but also using timber in unexpected ways o "All matter is made up of light, and matter casts shadows, and the light and shadows make a space." o There is a relationship between servant and served spaces, whereby servant spaces like stairways and corridors facilitate the function of the served living spaces o Emphasis placed on strong geomet
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