ARPL 617 Theory of Sacred Space and Cultural Studies
This class investigates specific theoretical, historical, social, and/or philosophical issues unfolding at the intersection between contemporary architecture, culture and spirituality. The class unfolds like a seminar in which students go through a series of selected readings, discussions, case studies, field trips, presentations and/or practices with the purpose of building a reflective position in SSCS. Lectures and reviews (by guests and the instructor) establish the intellectual, methodological, and dialectic framework for the class operation. While the course often works in conjunction with the SSCS graduate studio, its pedagogy, scheduling, and design are independent so that students not enrolled in the studio may fully benefit from this offering.