I think it’s fascinating to think about Philip Johnson being the first director of MoMA’s architecture department back in 1932. That was such a pivotal moment for modern architecture-it helped bring the International Style to the forefront and shaped how we view modern design today. Johnson had a knack for curating and elevating architecture as art, and his influence is still felt. But I can’t help but think about how complex his legacy has become in light of the controversies surrounding his early-life ties to Nazi ideology. In recent years, artists, designers, and architects have called on MoMA to remove Johnson’s name from spaces due to his racist views. Harvard even renamed the house he designed for his thesis. It’s clear people are re-evaluating how we celebrate historical figures with deeply flawed pasts. It’s a tough conversation-how do we reconcile someone’s contributions to their field with actions or beliefs that are harmful? Should their work still be celebrated, or does the harm overshadow it? I’m curious what others think. Is it about separating the art from the artist, or is it about holding institutions accountable for who they honor?
Separating the artist from the art is such a deep question - honestly, I’m not ready to go into that right now. But what I do love talking about is bringing in as much nature as possible, blurring the boundary between indoors and outdoors to improve human well-being. One of my podcast guests recently recommended a book on this topic - I need to find it! Also, isn’t it fascinating how glass buildings can merge so seamlessly with nature, reflecting their surroundings at night until they almost disappear? Love seeing architecture work with the environment rather than against it.
The original single pane glass didn’t crack until 2019 under extreme temperature swings. Pretty amazing to think the large single pane survived 70 years 😮
@@esbliss13 good observation! There is a kitchen, and the sink/range-top are hidden by foldable countertop when not in use. media-cdn.tripadvisor.com/media/photo-s/09/4d/41/39/the-philip-johnson-glass.jpg
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I think it’s fascinating to think about Philip Johnson being the first director of MoMA’s architecture department back in 1932. That was such a pivotal moment for modern architecture-it helped bring the International Style to the forefront and shaped how we view modern design today. Johnson had a knack for curating and elevating architecture as art, and his influence is still felt. But I can’t help but think about how complex his legacy has become in light of the controversies surrounding his early-life ties to Nazi ideology.
In recent years, artists, designers, and architects have called on MoMA to remove Johnson’s name from spaces due to his racist views. Harvard even renamed the house he designed for his thesis. It’s clear people are re-evaluating how we celebrate historical figures with deeply flawed pasts.
It’s a tough conversation-how do we reconcile someone’s contributions to their field with actions or beliefs that are harmful? Should their work still be celebrated, or does the harm overshadow it? I’m curious what others think. Is it about separating the art from the artist, or is it about holding institutions accountable for who they honor?
The jealous cannot leave the talented alone. Architecture, Engineering Art, and Music. And everybody is a critic.
Separating the artist from the art is such a deep question - honestly, I’m not ready to go into that right now. But what I do love talking about is bringing in as much nature as possible, blurring the boundary between indoors and outdoors to improve human well-being. One of my podcast guests recently recommended a book on this topic - I need to find it! Also, isn’t it fascinating how glass buildings can merge so seamlessly with nature, reflecting their surroundings at night until they almost disappear? Love seeing architecture work with the environment rather than against it.
Would like to know the name of the book! Love your channel too, keep up the good work!
How did they solve the insulation issues with those large glass panels
The original single pane glass didn’t crack until 2019 under extreme temperature swings. Pretty amazing to think the large single pane survived 70 years 😮
There’s no kitchen. Did he order delivery every day?
@@esbliss13 good observation! There is a kitchen, and the sink/range-top are hidden by foldable countertop when not in use. media-cdn.tripadvisor.com/media/photo-s/09/4d/41/39/the-philip-johnson-glass.jpg
@ Thanks. I watched several times I guess it’s well disguised. 😊