Thierry Paquot's Philosophical Exploration of Architecture and Dwelling

Thierry Paquot's collection of articles and unpublished texts, 'Un philosophe en ville,' published by Infolio, challenges readers to rethink architecture and dwelling through philosophical inquiry. The book examines everyday elements like walls and windows, questioning whether walls signify exclusion or enable the desire for windows, which offer a unique way of seeing and inhabiting the world. Paquot emphasizes transparency in architecture, describing it as a resolution of problems that makes buildings 'unapparent.' He advocates for 'architectural humility' and underscores the political stakes of understanding the places we inhabit. The work draws on extensive bibliographic references, aiming to surprise and stimulate reflection rather than present a unified system. Reviewer Thérèse Moro highlights Paquot's ability to derive incontestable truths from simple observations, amplifying curiosity about seemingly mundane objects.