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What was Le Corbusier’s theory?
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Le Corbusier's theory is known as the five points of architecture. Developed in the 1920s, these principles had a major influence on the approach to modern architecture and include pilotis (elevating a building on pylons), the free design of a façade, the free design of a ground plan, a horizontal window and a roof garden. The architect prioritized modern, open interiors and emphasized light, rational designs. His architecture and interiors share a clear sense of space and structural order, underscoring beauty in harmony, proportion and simplicity. He rejected excessive architectural ornament and created buildings with elemental geometric forms that were made of industrial materials such as steel and reinforced concrete. Le Corbusier’s furniture espoused these same ideals. His designs are spare, minimal and efficient, but at the same time, they offer supreme comfort. On 1stDibs, explore a selection of Le Corbusier furniture.
1stDibs ExpertAugust 8, 2024
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Jacques Adnet Rare Stitched Leather Vide Poche Side Table, circa 1950
By Lumax, Jacques Adnet, Le Corbusier
Located in Atlanta, GA
Boost your interior with this rare and sophisticated Jacques Adnet-designed side table, a true testament to the visionary artistry that shaped the French Art Deco and Mid-Century Mod...
Category
Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Side Tables
Materials
Metal, Brass
Pair of Vintage Le Corbusier Armchairs LC1 by Cassina
By Le Corbusier
Located in Vilnius, LT
Pair of vintage LC1 chairs designed by Le Corbusier, Pierre Jeanneret, Charlotte Perriand, circa 1928.
Base in chromed tubular steel, fur upholstery.
Marked/engraved on the frame: L...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Chrome
Nemo Projecteur 165 Pendant Lighting E26 23W in Moka by Le Corbusier
By Le Corbusier
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mini adjustable pendant version of the Projecteur 365 pendant designed for the Chandigarh High Court, India, in 1954. Aluminum body painted in night blue, white sand or moka. Diffuse...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Aluminum
Le Corbusier LC1402 Wood Stool by Cassina
By Le Corbusier, Cassina
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Stool designed by Le Corbusier in 1952-59. Relaunched in 2010.
Manufactured by Cassina in Italy.
Designed in 1952 for the Cabanon, a hut built by Le Corbusier on the French Riviera,...
Category
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Stools
Materials
Wood
$1,279 Sale Price / item
35% Off
LC3 Grand Modele Armchair by Le Corbusier for Cassina, black leather
By Le Corbusier, Le Corbusier, Pierre Jeanneret, Charlotte Perriand Cassina, Cassina, Pierre Jeanneret, Charlotte Perriand
Located in Chicago, IL
LC3 Grand Modele Armchair for Cassina.
Black leather and chrome plated steel.
Newer production, circa 2010 or later.
One of the most iconic chairs, t...
Category
2010s Italian Bauhaus Lounge Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Le Corbusier LC14 Maison Du Brésil Wood Stool For Cassina
By Le Corbusier
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Le Corbusier LC14 Maison Du Brésil Wood Stool For Cassina
Designed by Le Corbusier in 1959 for the Maison du Brésil in Paris, this historic design stool is made of solid oak with na...
Category
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Stools
Materials
Wood
$1,488 Sale Price / item
20% Off