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“I have had only one teacher: the past; one education: the study of the past.” — Le Corbusier
We cordially invite you to the opening of On the Shoulders of Giants, an exhibition and publication launch by Ali Jafari and Razieh Zirrahi. This event marks the culmination of a serial formal analysis documenting the architectural dialogues between Le Corbusier and John Hejduk.
Come join us for an evening featuring a panel discussion and a celebration of the exhibition booklet, documenting a series of re-drawings of projects by Le Corbusier and John Hejduk.
Friday, March 13th, 2026, 6:00 pm
University of Applied Arts Vienna
IoA SQUARE, First Floor
Oskar-Kokoschka-Platz 2
1010 Vienna
The exhibition On the Shoulders of Giants presents a series of analytical re-drawings based on the idea that drawing is a method of inquiry — a way of understanding architecture through close reading and geometric reconstruction. By tracing the lineage between Le Corbusier’s modernist order and John Hejduk’s poetic re-interpretations, the work explores how the past remains a living force in shaping architectural thought.
The evening will feature a panel discussion with Tülay Atak and Giacomo Pala, moderated by Erfan Khosravi.
The accompanying exhibition booklet presents the 21 projects on display alongside three reflection texts by Sam Jacob, Tülay Atak, and Giacomo Pala. Following the presentations and discussion, please join us for drinks to view the works and discuss the legacies of Corbu and Hejduk.
We look forward to seeing you there.
