Ville radieuse

Original Creator : Le Corbusier
When : 1930
Where : France

This is for you if : Into Architecture and/or Urban Planning

Cultural Significance : The Ville Radieuse is a utopian urban design concept by Le Corbusier, emphasizing order, functionality, and modern technology in response to chaotic early 20th-century cities. It significantly influenced urban planning, particularly through zoning and the separation of living, working, and recreational areas. The design introduced key architectural innovations, like pilotis and open floor plans, that shaped modernist architecture. Additionally, it critiqued industrialization's impact on urban living, advocating for healthier environments with more green spaces.