Author: Curtis William J.R
Place: Mumbai
Publisher: Mapin Publishing Pvt Ltd
Year: 2014
Pages: 191
ISBN: 978-1-935677-49-9
Subject: Architecture
Sub-Subject: Architecture History
Keyword: Balkrishna Doshi, Urbanism, Architecture, Le Corbusier, Cultural Identity
Shelf: C9R4
Accession No: B1607
Contents: Preface Introduction: Modern Architecture and Indian Tradition Search Form: Projects and Buildings Selected Thoughts of the Architect Author’s Postscript: The Future of Indian Architecture Biography Bibliography Chronology of Works Project Details Footnotes Doshi’s Sketches
Abstract: *Balkrishna Doshi: An Architecture for India* examines the life and work of Balkrishna Doshi, a leading figure in Indian architecture. The book explores how his designs merge modern architecture with Indian traditions, addressing local culture, climate, and social contexts. It covers his significant projects, offering detailed analyses, sketches, and a timeline of his career. The author includes Doshi’s personal reflections on the future of Indian architecture, complemented by a biography, bibliography, and footnotes. This comprehensive work highlights Doshi’s influence on contemporary Indian architecture and his lasting contributions to the built environment in India.