Le Corbusier

Charles-Édouard Jeanneret-Gris (1887-1965), known as Le Corbusier, was a pivotal figure in modern architecture. Le Corbusier's work combined observation, experimentation, and theory. His "Modulor" concept reflected human proportions, enhancing the quality of life through design. He travelled widely, absorbing various architectural styles and honing a modernist vocabulary focused on simplicity and functionality. In the post-war era, particularly with projects like Unité d'Habitation in Marseille, he emphasized communal living and urban planning. As a furniture designer, he applied his principles to iconic pieces like the LC4 chaise longue and LC3 armchair.