Machine derived contents note: Preface

Introduction by Kenneth Frampton

1. A Sacred Asylum

The "Grand Scheme" of General Booth

The Salvation Army in France

Ideological Sympathies between Le Corbusier and the Salvation Army

2. The Project and its Variations

Typological Precedents

Finances and the Choice of an Architect

Conception of the Project

Design Phases

The Four Preliminary Projects

Definitive Proposal

Alterations Due to Regulations

3. A "Progressive" Building Site?

The Structure of the Cite

The Curtain-Wall

Glass Bricks

Ceramic Tiles

Thermal Insulation

Bidding by Contractors

Rationalization of the Building Site

Foundations

Heating and Ventilation Systems

Modifications of the Creche

Surcharges and Architecs' Responsibilities

4. The Controversy

Inauguration

A Question of "Exact Breathing"

Additional Defects

Modifications after World War II

A Problematic Restoration

5. Conclusion

The Cite de Refuge as Instrument for Social Control

Ideology and Reality of Rationalized Production

Appendix

Notes.