99% Invisible Viva La Arquitectura!
May 27, 2015
This podcast explores the transformation of a deserted country club in Havana into an art school that reflects the excitement of the revolution. It discusses the unique challenges of designing the art school campus, including the use of locally made materials and Catalan vaults. The podcast also explores the influence of a book on the construction and the cultural significance of Cuban schools in the revolution.
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1 2 3 4 5
Introduction
00:00 • 2min
Turning a Deserted Country Club into an Art School
01:34 • 2min
Designing the Art School Campus
03:51 • 11min
The Influence of a Book on the Construction of a National Art School
15:20 • 2min
The Unique Architecture and Cultural Significance of Cuban Schools
16:57 • 2min