Frank Gehry - Defending a Vision for Architecture

Explore a candid and insightful 45-minute TED talk from 1990 featuring the not-yet-legendary architect Frank Gehry. Embark on a comprehensive tour of Gehry's early work, from his iconic Venice Beach house to the then-under-construction American Center in Paris. Gain valuable insights into Gehry's site-specific approach to architecture and understand the context often overlooked in discussions of his controversial designs. Witness Gehry's messy creative process as he candidly describes how he manipulates elements, struggles with problems, and seeks solutions. Observe his self-critical nature as he discusses challenging projects, even inviting audience input on unresolved design issues. Delve into the mind of one of architecture's most innovative thinkers before he achieved global recognition, and discover the foundations of his unique vision that would later revolutionize the field.

Frank Gehry: From 1990, defending a vision for architecture