{"product_id":"charles-correa-citizen-charles","title":"Charles Correa: Citizen Charles","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBook Details\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mustansir Dalvi\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/strong\u003e Niyogi Books\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBinding:\u003c\/strong\u003e Paperback\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 204\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRelease Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e 30-09-2024\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eISBN:\u003c\/strong\u003e 9788119626441\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLanguages:\u003c\/strong\u003e English\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 7.4 x 5.0 x 0.4 inches\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Book\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis biography is the first-ever comprehensive exploration of the life and work of \u003cstrong\u003eCharles Correa\u003c\/strong\u003e (1930-2015), a visionary architect and urban planner whose contributions to modern architecture continue to influence contemporary design in India and beyond. Correa’s creations, including iconic landmarks, exemplify a distinct Indian modernism that integrates contemporary international techniques with Indian climatic and cultural considerations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCorrea’s architectural philosophy emphasized urban equity, and his work sought to address issues of decent, accessible housing and public spaces in the rapidly evolving Indian cities post-independence. His designs are celebrated for their thoughtful approach to modernity while honoring local traditions and environmental factors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWritten by \u003cstrong\u003eMustansir Dalvi\u003c\/strong\u003e, an expert in Mumbai’s architectural history and an academic at IIT-Bombay, this monograph provides invaluable insight into Correa’s aesthetic decisions and the factors that shaped his work. Dalvi, a well-regarded columnist and poet, brings a rich, contextual understanding of Correa’s legacy, especially his contributions to India’s built environment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis biography is not only a tribute to Correa's life but also a critical resource for understanding the evolution of architecture in post-independence India, capturing Correa’s lasting influence on the architecture of modern Indian cities.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Niyogi Books","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49976599150896,"sku":"Niyogi_9788119626441","price":255.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0690\/9968\/4144\/files\/niyogi-books-book-default-title-charles-correa-citizen-charles-41367476699440.jpg?v=1775965795","url":"https:\/\/www.retailmaharaj.com\/bn\/products\/charles-correa-citizen-charles","provider":"Retail Maharaj","version":"1.0","type":"link"}