Series·1997·1 season

How Buildings Learn

Documentary

Based on his book, American writer Stewart Brand takes a look at the life history of buildings - how they're shaped by their architects, and how they're further shaped by their inhabitants.

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FlowE1 · 30 min

In the first episode, Stewart Brand takes a look at some famous buildings... and the problems hidden behind their impressive façades.

The Low RoadE2 · 30 min

Stewart Brand looks at the unsung heroes of architecture - cheap, unpretentious buildings, and their inherently malleable qualities.

Built for ChangeE3 · 30 min

This episode looks at people who have built their own homes and property and the difference between them and the often stubborn nature of "planned" living.

Unreal EstateE4 · 30 min

This episode examines the gap between seeing buildings as either a home or an asset.

The Romance of MaintenanceE5 · 30 min

This episode looks at how the unromantic role of maintenance plays a crucial part in shaping whether a building stands the test of time, as well as looking at the roles materials play in the way buildings adapt.

Shearing LayersE6 · 30 min

The final episode looks at how the component parts of a building adapt and change over time in order to suit the changing world.