Le Corbusier’s Unité d’habitation in Marseille remains one of the most polarising architectural landmarks of the 20th century. A bold experiment in modernist housing, it envisioned a radical new way of urban living, one that was both efficient and communal. While celebrated by many architects for its innovation, it has also faced criticism for disregarding the social and cultural complexities of real cities.

In this episode of Light Cities Architecture, writer and editor Justine Costigan and practising architect Antony DiMase delve into the legacy, mythology, and reality of this Brutalist icon. Was it a revolutionary step forward, or an idealistic vision that fell short? And, given the choice, would either of them choose to live there?

Tune in to find out.

Links:

Fondation Le Corbusier https://www.fondationlecorbusier.fr/en/

Unité d’Habitation tours https://www.marseille-tourisme.com/en/discover-marseille/culture-heritage/discover-the-sites-and-monuments-in-marseille/cite-radieuse-of-le-corbusier/

Instagram: @lightscitiesarchitecture

LinkedIn:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/justine-costigan/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/antony-dimase/

Credits:

Editor: Suzanne McLeod

This episode was recorded at Image online, Abbotsford, Australia.