Moshe Safdie
Architect, urban planner, theorist and author whose buildings respond to human needs and aspirations. Known for Habitat 67 and works such as the Yad Vashem Holocaust Museum.
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Oct 5, 2022 • 51min
Moshe Safdie: Reflections and Ideals in Architecture
Moshe Safdie, a renowned architect behind iconic projects like Habitat 67, shares insights from his remarkable career and new memoir, "If Walls Could Speak." He reflects on overcoming obstacles in innovative architecture and the pivotal mentorship of Louis Kahn. Safdie discusses the importance of integrating nature into urban design, drawing from his experiences in Asia, particularly the Marina Bay Sands project. He also contemplates architecture's role in confronting 21st-century sustainability challenges and the balance of personal and familial expectations.
Aug 30, 2014 • 50min
Architect Moshe Safdie
Moshe Safdie, a renowned architect and theorist, reflects on his transformative journey from kibbutz life to designing iconic structures like Habitat 67. He discusses the balance between aesthetic appeal and social responsibilities in contentious areas, particularly in Jerusalem. Safdie highlights the importance of community engagement and cultural sensitivity in architecture, revealing how these principles shaped projects like the Nakba and Sikh museums. He also critiques the evolution of architectural philosophies, advocating for designs that are not only beautiful but resonate with local identities.
