Proposal for the Museum of Knowledge
As designed by Le Corbusier, the Capitol Complex is currently not completed. A fourth building, the Museum of Knowledge was planned to accompany the existing Secretariat, Assembly Hall and High Court. This project proposes a program for the Museum of Knowledge, as well as an adjoining plaza and visitor center. The security of the [...]
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Urban Character in Ahmedabad and the Capitol Complex
Chandigarh’s Capitol Complex boasts open green spaces, monumental buildings and an unending view of the Himalaya Mountains. Currently restricted to the public, the complex is an amenity waiting to be engaged by the community. The geometric hill, tower of shadow and open hand are abandoned elements that have been over grown by bushes and [...]
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Space Activation in Ahmedabad
The capitol complex is in need of some major social activation and the main question is in what manner this activation should happen. The visit to Ahmedabad was a great experience because it opened our eyes to the characteristics of major Indian cities. These characteristics are lacking in Chandigarh and are obsolete in the Capitol [...]
