2024/07/15 by Azami Idrissi, Hasnaa
paper · doi:10.48399/imist.prsm/amjau-v6i1.49648
The study of mountains and their influence on architecture constitutes a rich and complex field of research, positioned at the intersection of aesthetics, nature, and human construction. For centuries, mountains, with their majestic and imposing presence, have served as sources of inspiration for humanity. Their forms have been models for some of the most sophisticated architectural achievements, while their towering contours evoke feelings of power, danger, protection, and spirituality simultaneously. The perception of mountains has evolved significantly over time, especially through the lens of the sublime, a concept theorized by Edmund Burke and Immanuel Kant. The sublime has profoundly transformed the artistic representation and architectural appropriation of mountains, inspiring renewed admiration among artists, writers, and architects alike. This article aims to explore the evolution of mountain perception through literary and artistic references, and to analyze how this transformation has influenced contemporary architectural practices, particularly in mountainous environments.