This course introduces students to 20th-21st century architecture, urbanism, and design, considered historically, theoretically, and in the context of London, a global cultural center. Organized by way of three main themes/clusters—1) Empire, Collection, & Display; 2) Midcentury Modernism and Postmodernism; and 3) Architecture & Urbanism Under Advanced Capitalism—the course gives special attention to the ever-shifting relations between art and design from the Industrial Revolution to the contemporary moment. In addition to learning about pivotal movements, figures, and theories within the history of 20th-21st century architecture, urbanism, and design, students engage with contemporary buildings, monuments, and field sites throughout the city of London.