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Theory and Practice: Martin Kippenberger Contra Valerio Olgiati
Theorie und Praxis: Martin Kippenberger kontra Valerio Olgiati
Last Updated: 2026-02-05 16:08:50
Abstract
Martin Kippenberger “Psychobuildings” against Valerio Olgiati “Non-referential architecture”.The little book by the artist and that of the architect are the starting point for reflections on a referential conception of space and thus of architecture.
Objective
The students gain insight into the spectrum of epistemological and perceptual theories, learn to read them and analyze and critique their respective requirements. From this work an object relationship model is developing in progress, which serves self-examination in the design process as well as the evaluation of architectural situations in general and in particular. The writing of "scientific diaries" in which the contents of the colloquium are combined with the everyday experience of the students in free form, trains the concentrated result-oriented thinking in general, as well as in architectural situations. The special form of the writing of the "cientific diary" leads abstract theory together with the experience of the students and make the knowledge cratively available in their own way.
Content
Martin Kippenberger “Psychobuildings”, against Valerio Olgiati “Non-referential architecture”. The little book by the artist and that of the architect are the starting point for reflections on a referential conception of space and thus of architecture.
Resources
Lecture Notes
Hand out at the first meeting.
Learning Materials (Links)
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General Information
- Language
- German
- Levels
- BSC , DS
- Frequency
- Semesterly recurring
Examination
- Type
- graded semester performance
Course Components
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Theorie und Praxis: Martin Kippenberger kontra Valerio Olgiati
Die Lehrveranstaltung findet in einzelnen Blöcken statt (s. Raumreservationen!).
Bemerkung: Der zusätzliche persönliche Arbeitsaufwand (ausserhalb der Lehrveranstaltung) beträgt ca. 20 Arbeitsstunden!
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2 h weekly |
Offered In
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Science in Perspective (In “Science in Perspective”-courses students learn to reflect on ETH’s STEM subjects from the perspective of humanities, political and social sciences. Only the courses listed below will be recognized as "Science in Perspective" courses.)
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Type A: Enhancement of Reflection Competence (SiP courses are recommended for bachelor students after their first-year examination and for all master- or doctoral students. All SiP courses are listed in Type A. Courses listed under Type B are only recommendations for enrollment for specific departments.)
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Type B: Reflection About Subject-Specific Methods and Contents (Subject-specific courses. Particularly relevant for students interested in those subjects. All these courses are also listed under the category “Typ A”, and every student can enroll in these courses.)
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