Le Corbusier (Born Charles Edouard Jeanneret): Born: 1887. He is famous for his contributions to what now is called modernism, or the International Style. He was a pioneer in theoretical studies of modern design and was dedicated to providing better living conditions for the residents of crowded cities.

Rechristened himself Le Corbusier in Paris in 1920.

Co-founder of the Congrès Internationaux d'Architecture Moderne (CIAM).

In 1905, he worked on his first project, the Villa Fallet.

Architecture teacher in La Chaux de Fonds.

In 1923, he published his book, Towards a New Architecture.

Died in Cap Martin, France, 1965.



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