Schwarzer Rolli, Hornbrille: Pladoyer fur einen Wandel in der Planungskultur

Sexism and racism are widespread in architecture, leading to a distaste for these topics within the branch. Schwarzer Rolli, Hornbrille's book explores the structural causes that push women and anyone else who isn't a white cis man out of the field, and suggests how architectural teaching and discourse, as well as the industry's self-image, can become more diverse.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 160 pages
Publication date: 06 September 2022
Publisher: JOVIS Verlag

A recent American study has revealed that sexism and racism are prevalent in the architecture industry, leading to a distaste for these topics within the branch itself. Despite the fact that most architecture graduates in Germany since the turn of the millennium have been female, there are numerous conventions and assumptions within the discipline that make it challenging for women to remain in the profession. As a result, a significant amount of highly trained talent is lost.

Schwarzer Rolli and Hornbrille's book, "Women in Architecture," employs an intersectional feminist perspective to explore the structural factors that exclude women and other non-white cis men from the field. The authors argue that architectural teaching and discourse, as well as the industry's self-image, need to become more diverse. They also question where the experiences of a pluralistic society are missing from the built environment and suggest ways to bring about cultural change in planning and architecture.

In an interview with the Dutch architect Afaina de Jong, the authors discuss the challenges faced by women in the industry and the need for greater diversity and inclusion. De Jong shares her experiences as a female architect and highlights the importance of promoting diversity in the workplace. She also discusses the need for more women to be represented in leadership positions and the importance of creating a supportive environment for women in architecture.

Overall, "Women in Architecture" is a thought-provoking book that provides valuable insights into the experiences of women in the architecture industry and offers suggestions for promoting diversity and inclusion. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the field of planning and architecture and for anyone who wants to contribute to creating a more equitable and diverse built environment.

Weight: 279g
Dimension: 200 x 130 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9783868596984