OBJECT AND COMPOSITION OF ARCHITECTURAL PHOTOGRAPH IN THE 'COMPLETE WORKS OF LE CORBUSIER' : Composition of architectural space as information

Abstract

The aim of this study is to clarify the character of architectural space as information in the "Complete works of Le Corbusier". Firstly, space and elements in the architectural photographs, and their relations were analyzed. Secondly, hierarchical compositions of photographs showing each built work were defined, according to the size of photographs. In almost every built work, expressions of spatial images in architecture transferred to informational space were observed, to be concerning with "external form", "room", or "roof garden", in particular. In the conclusion, some information were made clear to be representations of architectural composition in informational space, reflecting Le Corbusier's architectural thoughts and tendencies in each age.