#32 - Léon Krier: His Life & Education, Traditional Urbanism & The Threat of Bureaucracy

Sep 7, 2023

Léon Krier, a renowned Luxembourgish architect and key figure in Traditional Urbanism, critiques modernist architecture and advocates for human-scale urban design. He shares insights from notable projects like Poundbury and Ciudad Cayalá, emphasizing the importance of walkable neighborhoods. The conversation delves into the bureaucratic obstacles to creativity, the decline of architectural standards affecting mental health, and the need for community-driven solutions. Krier calls for a return to craftsmanship in architectural education to inspire future urban planners.