Author: Taleyarkhan Ayesha, ed. Menon Jayashree
Place: Mumbai
Publisher: Crossover Media and Designs Pvt Ltd
Year: 2002
Pages: 125
Subject: Bombay/ Mumbai
Sub-Subject: Bombay
Keyword: Bombay Balconies
Classification: 721.84
Shelf: C5R3
Accession No: B5
Contents: Megalopolis: Essence and Element Muse: Structure and Style Metaphor: Kitsch and Kink Medley: Fact and Fable Metamorphosis: Adapt and Adorn
Abstract: “Bombay Balconies & Verandahs: The Space Beyond” explores the architectural and cultural evolution of these iconic structures in Mumbai, symbolizing the blend of tradition and modernity. Balconies and verandahs serve as metaphors for the city’s hybrid identity, reflecting a mix of colonial influences and urban growth. The work delves into how these spaces transcend their architectural purpose, becoming cultural symbols that adapt to societal changes. Through themes of “Kitsch and Kink,” and “Metamorphosis,” the study reveals how these spaces transform into personal expressions of identity, embodying both the emotional and architectural essence of Mumbai’s evolving urban landscape.