The module aims to present the methods and tools of Italian architectural historiography in the context of international historiography. The lessons, of a distinctly methodological nature, will revolve around a series of exemplary cases, read and interpreted starting from the main points of the contemporary historical-architectural debate.
At the end of the course the student will know the issues and concepts discussed during the lessons: the cultural coordinates of architectural projects; the political, social and identity dimension of building processes; the notion of cultural heritage and its reflections on architecture; the importance of historical contexts and the limits of ‘operational criticism’ (critica operativa); the method and tools of architectural history.
Lectures. Attendance of lessons is not mandatory, but strongly recommended.
Given the approach of the course, there isn’t a single handbook that can substitute class attendance. For a general overview, and/or for more analytical studies it may be useful to consult:
The teacher is available to students for any orientation and bibliographic information, and for further advices about classes and exams.
Ricevimento: The teacher is available to students by appointment via email, both in presence or remotely on Teams platform. email: marco.folin@unige.it
Ricevimento: Second semester: by appointment, email: marco.spesso@unige.it
MARCO FOLIN (President)
MARCO SPESSO
FEDERICA CIARCIA' (President Substitute)
The exam will focus on the issues and problems discussed during the lessons, as well as on a book chosen among those suggested by the teacher at the beginning of the course.
The notes taken during the lessons as well as the slides available on aul@web will be useful but not entirely sufficient to prepare for the exam, and will need to be supplemented by the critical study of one of the books indicated in class.
