Architecture and Sex: Theories of Gender in Building Design
The title may seem frivolous, but the topic of sex and architecture is often at the center of serious discussions of building design. The articles listed here introduce the concepts of gender in design and suggest helpful resources.
Architecture and Sex
Are sex and architecture related? Are some buildings "male" and some buildings "female"? This photo tour looks at several ways we can think about architecture, sex, and gender.
Are sex and architecture related? Are some buildings "male" and some buildings "female"? This photo tour looks at several ways we can think about architecture, sex, and gender.
Stone, Steel, and Gender
Are some buildings "male" and others "female"? The answer depends on how architecture is perceived. Here are four approaches to consider.
Are some buildings "male" and others "female"? The answer depends on how architecture is perceived. Here are four approaches to consider.
Architecture and Sex
Are architecture, sex, and gender related? Do the buildings we design reflect our feelings about our bodies? Do male and female architects create different types of buildings? Here's an introduction to the controversy, plus books, resources, and a quiz.
Are architecture, sex, and gender related? Do the buildings we design reflect our feelings about our bodies? Do male and female architects create different types of buildings? Here's an introduction to the controversy, plus books, resources, and a quiz.