Louis I. Kahn : the Nordic latitudes Louis I. Kahn: The Nordic Latitudes is a new and personal reading of the architecture teachings and legacy of Louis I. Kahn from Per Olaf Fjelds perspective as a former student. The book explores Kahns life and work offering a unique take on one of the twentieth centurys most important architects.0 Kahns Nordic and European ties are emphasized in this study that also covers his early childhood in Estonia his travels and his relationships with other architects including the Norwegian architect Arne Korsmo.0 The authors have gathered personal reflections archival material and other student work to offer insight into the wisdom that Kahn imparted to his students in his famous masterclass. Louis I. Kahn: The Nordic Latitudes addresses Kahns legacy both personally and in terms of the profession documents a research trip the University of Pennsylvanias Louis I. Kahn Collection and confronts the affiliation of Kahns work with postmodernism