1995, Pritzker prize winner, TADAO ANDO. One whose complex choreography of light fascinates viewers. Japanese self taught Architect educate himself by attending night classes to learn drawing and took correspondence courses on interior design. Working as a boxer and struck by F.L.Wright designed building Imperial Hotel. Ando's approach was more practical, he visited buildings designed by … Continue reading TADAO ANDO – MASTER OF LIGHT
LE CORBUSIER – SELF TAUGHT ARCHITECT
" SPACE, LIGHT AND ORDER. THOSE ARE THE THINGS THAT MEN NEED JUST A MUCH AS THEY NEED BREAD OR A PLACE TO SLEEP" "THE HOUSE IS A MACHINE FOR LIVING IN" "TO CREATE ARCHITECTURE IS TO PUT IN ORDER. PUT WHAT IN ORDER? FUNCTION AND OBJECTS" Le Corbusier started his journey with visual arts. … Continue reading LE CORBUSIER – SELF TAUGHT ARCHITECT
B.V DOSHI – ARCHITECTURE IS AN EXTENSION OF LIFE
C - COMPREHENSIVER - RESPONSIBILITY E - EXPRESSION A - ALIVET - TIMELESSNESSE - ETERNAL "ARCHITECTURE IS CREATION" The definition of Architecture is evolving and redefining for a robust Indian architect B.V. Doshi. Balkrishna Vithaldas Doshi, also known as B. V. Doshi, has been an architect, urban planner, and educator for 70 years. He has … Continue reading B.V DOSHI – ARCHITECTURE IS AN EXTENSION OF LIFE
CHARLES CORREA – FORM FOLLOWS CLIMATE
FORM FOLLOWS CLIMATE a whole new approach towards architecture in order to save environment. CHARLES CORREA a pioneer of modern Indian architecture and urban planning, showed us how traditional methods of construction and materials change the space and and the environment around us. Charles Correa designed almost 100 buildings in India, from low-income housing to … Continue reading CHARLES CORREA – FORM FOLLOWS CLIMATE
MOSHE SAFDIE – HABITAT 67
When the architect was just 23 and starting out his career in the office of Louis Kahn, his former tutor Sandy Van Ginkel suggested he submit his design for the Montreal Expo. It became his first ever built project. Moshe Safdie, an Israeli-born architect who moved to Canada in the 1950s, first developed the concept as … Continue reading MOSHE SAFDIE – HABITAT 67
BUCKMINSTER FULLER’S – DYMAXION HOUSE
Buckminster Fuller's idea to combine Dynamic, Maximum and Tension features into a single family dwelling, Dymaxion design displayed forward-thinking and influential innovations in prefabrication and sustainability. Dymaxion houses were designed with the idea of affordable, sturdy, and self-sufficient house which can withstand earthquakes, storms and can be easily transported anywhere. To overcome the need of … Continue reading BUCKMINSTER FULLER’S – DYMAXION HOUSE
THE BIHAR MUSEUM – MAKI & OPOLIS
An institution reflecting Bihar’s pride where people can discover various facts and become informed about the rich history and natural history of this region. " THE BIHAR MUSEUM" Bihar having a vast history and its involvement from ancient to modern India. Site is situated alongside Bailey Road near Patna High Court, Measuring 5.6 hectares, Department … Continue reading THE BIHAR MUSEUM – MAKI & OPOLIS