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A monthly review of current questions in architecture and planning.
The Case for a Theory of Modern Architecture by John Summerson C.B.E., A.R.I.B.A., Curator of Sir John Soane's Museum.
Is there a basis of principle applicable to modern architecture? Mr. Summerson reviews the modern architectural theories since Alberti, with particular reference to this century, and speculates upon the nature of the gulf which he believes is fixed between theory and practice.
A broadcast version of a recent address to the Royal Institute of British Architects.
To be repeated on July 23

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