The writings of historian Manfredo Tafuri (1935–1994) have had a significant impact on critical theory in Latin America. His theses on contemporary architecture were interpreted across the continent in various ways and at different times, leading to significant hubs of debate regarding the particularities of the discipline's historiography. This event presents recent studies concerning the relevance of the Italian author's work, seeking to broaden perspectives of thought within the field.
Panelists:
- Rafael Urano Frajndlich – FEC Unicamp – Campinas, Brazil. Professor of Theory and Design in the Architecture and Urbanism program at Unicamp, with ongoing research on architectural historiography, focusing on Manfredo Tafuri's contributions after the 1970s and his engagement with post-structuralism in France.
