Exhibition tip: Le Corbusier. The Order of Things

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The Zentrum Paul Klee in Bern is celebrating its 20th anniversary with a special exhibition: “Le Corbusier. The Order of Things”. From February 8 to June 22, 2025, you will have the opportunity to immerse yourself in the creative world of the Swiss-French architect and designer Le Corbusier - one of the most important driving forces behind modern architecture.

Le Corbusier, Study for tapestry of the Chandigarh courthouse, 1961 © 2025, FLC/ProLitteris, Zurich

Discover the legacy of a genius

As a visionary, theorist and artist, his buildings had a lasting impact on the architecture of the 20th century - some of them have even been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2016. The exhibition sheds light on his unique working process and shows how Le Corbusier skillfully combined art, design and architecture. His goal: functional and aesthetic architecture that improves people's quality of life. In addition to iconic exhibits, previously largely unknown groups of works are also on display.

Le Corbusier, Ilot insalubre n°6, Paris, 1936 © 2025, FLC/ProLitteris, Zurich
Le Corbusier, Unité d'Habitation Marseille, n.d. © 2025, FLC/ProLitteris, Zurich

In addition, the exhibition is organized both thematically and chronologically and divided into three axes: Art, Architecture and Research. Numerous wall and object texts place Le Corbusier's work in its historical context and shed light on his career. In addition, his controversial political references, ideological stances and historical legacy are presented in a scientifically sound and generally understandable way.

Le Corbusier, Nature morte au siphon, 1928 © 2025, FLC/ProLitteris, Zurich
Le Corbusier (Charles-Édouard Jeanneret), 1930s © 2025, FLC/ProLitteris, Zurich
Le Corbusier, untitled (study for the “Ozone 40” series), 1940 © 2025, FLC/ProLitteris, Zurich

Visit the exhibition and find out how Le Corbusier revolutionized architecture and design with his extraordinary visions!

What: Exhibition “Le Corbusier. The Order of Things” 
When: February 8 - June 22, 2025
Where: Zentrum Paul Klee, Bern

Le Corbusier, untitled (abstract composition), around 1950 © 2025, FLC/ProLitteris, Zurich
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