The aim of this course is to introduce you to architects, movements, theories and design practices of 20th century architecture. The course addresses the diversity of modernism in the early 20th century and revisions of modernist practices in the mid to late 20th century, including post-modernism, regionalism and globilisation. It will focus on the relevance of 20th century theoretical and design precedent to contemporary architectural practices, concerns and debates. Specific issues include questions of cultural and urban identity in the context of globalization, debates around the role of theory and design discourses, the shifting role of technology, and influential precedent design practices and procedures.