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Sir David Chipperfield on Le Corbusier
Pioneer of modern architecture, Le Corbusier, is chosen by architect Sir David Chipperfield. With Matthew Parris. From 2013.
Award-winning architect Sir David Chipperfield chooses the pioneer of modern architecture
Le Corbusier aimed to build a better world through radical buildings and the controversial reshaping of whole cities.
Sir David joins Matthew Parris to unpick the life of a man who considered himself a heroic figure, fighting battles to improve the world.
With expert witness: Flora Samuel, Professor of Architecture at the University of Sheffield.
Producer: Melvin Rickarby
First broadcast on BBC Radio 4 in December 2013.
Last on
Fri 29 Aug 202500:00
BBC Radio 4 Extra
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Credits
| Role | Contributor |
|---|---|
| Presenter | Matthew Parris |
| Interviewed Guest | David Chipperfield |
| Producer | Melvin Rickarby |
Broadcasts
- Tue 31 Dec 201316:30BBC Radio 4
- Fri 3 Jan 201423:00BBC Radio 4 FM
- Thu 21 Nov 201918:30BBC Radio 4 Extra
- Fri 22 Nov 201900:30BBC Radio 4 Extra
- Thu 28 Aug 202510:00BBC Radio 4 Extra
- Thu 28 Aug 202516:00BBC Radio 4 Extra
- Fri 29 Aug 202500:00BBC Radio 4 Extra
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Great Lives
Biographical series in which guests choose someone who has inspired their lives.



