Arhitektura i Urbanizam (Jan 2009)
Content, methodological, and conceptual basis of representation of architectural and urban design and contemporary architecture theory
Abstract
This paper discusses the relation of the education and research process, and methodology of research of architectural and urban design, with strategies of representation of contemporary architecture contributing to creating the general knowledge base in the field of architecture. The main proposition of the paper is set as a reflection upon methodology of design and research work on conceiving and curatorial of the exhibition of contemporary architecture of Serbia at the 11th International Exhibition of Architecture, at the Venice Biennial, 2008. The paper explores the ways in which this process could establish reliable content, methodological, and conceptual basis for the representation of architectural and urban design practice, as well as its multiple relationships with theory of contemporary architecture. By introducing results of educational and research processes into the field of contemporary architectural theory, an innovative method of research by design is included. Important point of departure for this paper is, also, the issue of defining the frame of references for research of transformation of architectural and urban space of Serbia in current conditions of transition and globalization, as well as understanding and representing these transformations in the context of European integrations.
