Léon Krier

Léon Krier is a Luxembourgish architect and urban planner known for advocating traditional and sustainable urban design. He emphasizes the importance of human-scale environments, promoting the idea that cities should prioritize walkability, community, and aesthetic harmony. Krier criticizes modernist architecture and sprawling suburbs, arguing for designs that reflect historical architectural styles and foster social interactions. His work includes various projects, writings, and the influential book "Architecture: Choice or Fate," which critiques contemporary urban planning and encourages a return to more traditional forms of building and community layout.