THE LAW OF THE SIMILAR AND/OR THE LAW OF THE SAME ON THE EXAMPLES FROM THE WORKS OF LE CORBUSIER

Abstract

This topic comprises elements of architectural composition of Le Corbusier through various projects which are interesting in terms of shaping and applying special means of composition. The drawn analogy and comparative analysis of the application of the law of the same and/or the law of the similar and other proportional systems point to a great similarity with a common “source” in classical architecture. Certain proportional systems, as a basic standard in the initial cycle of architectural creation, along with the known means of composition, represent a basis that most masterpieces of classical architecture are founded on. Drawing lessons from classical buildings designed according to harmonic relations between parts/substructures and a whole/structure, the artists of contemporary architecture, including Le Corbusier, have striven to get closer to this idea and obey the abovementioned principles of proportioning and the law of harmony, while coordinating all phases of composing, in order to reach a unique, aesthetically worthy architectural structure. A geometrical analysis of bases and structures of contemporary architectural compositions, as well as their valorization and analogy with the classical works, point to their association with the means of architectural composition. Adherence to the proportional and harmonic systems has led to worthy architectural compositions in the period of the 20th century contemporary architecture and those compositions point to the continuum of architectural thought he abovementioned works of contemporary architecture are significant in terms of developing the contemporary theory of architectural creation, composition and proportioning in particular, which is also a precondition of forming the law of the same and/or the law of the similar in architectural compositions. Le Corbusier’s works and examples have made a significant impact on the course of development of architecture and its theory since the time they were created till today. The conclusion of the research is that there is an indissoluble tie between classical and contemporary architecture, i.e. a continuum in the draughtsman’s procedure.