THE
LEARNING CURVE Spring 2013
Art History, Archaeology, Astronomy, History, Literature, Philosophy, Music
Modern and Contemporary Design
Explore the origins of modern and contemporary
design in this virtual tour that encompasses artistic
ideals, and great monuments of the Twentieth
Century. View the architecture and design of masters
such as Frank Lloyd Wright, Le Corbusier, Frank
Gehry, Michael Graves and others. Learn about the
art and design of amazing buildings, the people who
created them and the cultural elements that influenced
them. Appreciate what makes great architecture
unforgettable as you discover how modern design
continues to influence our lives today.
When: Wednesdays, Mar 6 – Apr 10, 9:30-11:30am
Where: The Windmill Inn, 4250 N. Campbell Ave.
Cost: $145 (6 sessions)
Instructor: Farzad Nakhai, M.A., a native of Tehran,
Iran, received his Bachelor of Architecture (1975)
and Master of Architecture (1992) degrees from the
University of Arizona College of Architecture, and is a
Registered Architect. His work includes both residential
and commercial projects. In addition, he is a painter who
maintains a studio in Tucson and exhibits in Tucson and
other parts of the country. Farzad has taught architectural
history, art history and design classes for adult students for
many years.
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