An Architect's Perspective

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An Architect's Perspective

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  1. 1 DAY AGO

    Can Lis and the quiet power of vernacular modernism

    What do you build after the Sydney Opera House? For Jørn Utzon, it was Can Lis - a quiet, elemental retreat on the cliffs of Mallorca that redefined modern architecture. In this episode, architect James Hamilton visits Utzon’s home to explore how vernacular materials, sunlight, and silence shaped one of the 20th century’s most poetic buildings. With a special interview from architect John Pardey — who knew Utzon personally — we uncover how this house changed the direction of modernism by rooting itself in place, not prestige. You’ll learn ● Why Can Lis is a masterclass in site-specific design ● How local materials and passive cooling shaped Utzon’s approach ● What it meant for Utzon to walk away from the Opera House ● How vernacular modernism challenged the International Style ● The design secrets behind Can Lis’ famous framed sea views Timestamps 00:00 — Intro 02:45 — The Crescent Moon Entrance 07:22 — Framing Views & Light 12:01 — Building Around Nature 20:10 — Vernacular vs. Modern 26:45 — Bedrooms & Contemplation 34:00 — Interview with John Pardey 48:25 — Utzon’s Architectural Legacy 54:43 — Why They Left Can Lis 58:10 — Final Reflections Follow & Listen Podcast: An Architect’s Perspective Website: https://jameshamiltonarchitects.com Instagram: @jameshamiltonarchitects TikTok: @jameshamiltonarchitects Facebook: @jameshamiltonarchitects X: @jameshamiltonarchitects Pinterest: @jameshamiltonarchitects

    17 min

  2. 2 DAYS AGO

    Welcome To 'An Architect's Perspective'

    Ever wondered how 20th century modernist architecture shaped the world? From cliffside retreats to high-tech homes, the visual podcast “An Architect’s Perspective” is your front-row seat to the 20th century’s most influential architecture. Join architect James Hamilton as he travels the globe, unlocking the stories behind modernism’s most iconic buildings with the people who know them best. Walk through Jørn Utzon’s Can Lis, stand inside Mies van der Rohe’s Villa Tugendhat, and experience Charles Correa’s visionary works in India, among many more in this weekly series. This is a cinematic series that doesn't just show you the intricacies of architecture, but reveals the radical ideas, risks and convictions that brought the buildings to life. Produced by OneFinePlay Website: https://jameshamiltonarchitects.com Instagram: @jameshamiltonarchitects TikTok: @jameshamiltonarchitects Facebook: @jameshamiltonarchitects X: @jameshamiltonarchitects

    1 min

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    James Hamilton Architects
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