CH 7: The Architecture of Community

Let us face it - Leon Krier does not mince words when he discusses his views on Modernism.  Chapter 7 is no different from the previous six chapters - it can easily be concluded that Leon compares Modernity to a parasite on many levels.  Or is my observation off?  I think not.
Leon breaks the Chapter 7 into 8 parts: Traditional Culture & the Idea of Progress, Architecture & Politics, Why Architecture Matters to You!, The Destiny of Traditional Architecture, The Perennial Values of the Principles of Traditional Architecture, The New * The Unique * The Tectonic * The Original, Natural & Synthetic Materials, and Venustas * Firmitas * Utilitas.

Each section makes an argument for the values of traditional architecture.  Krier maintains that "traditional architecture remains a living language." and people prefer traditional compared to modernism; although, many modernists beg to differ.  He also argues that traditional architecture is more sustainable than its counterpart which, Krier strongly believes constantly consumes the landscape and dismantles all tenets of traditional architecture.  It seems as if there are not many things that modernism espouses that Krier believes are relevant in our culture though people continue to accept it.  Has our culture been conditioned to accept it or do they actually like it?  Krier proclaims people prefer traditionalism over modernity.