Author: Rahul Khanna
Photographer(s): Manav Parhawk
Publisher: Random House India
Year: 2008
Language: English
Pages: 207
ISBN/UPC (if available): 9788184000511
Description
New Delhi has been home to extraordinary modern architecture from its inception: the monumental, brick lined St Martin’s Garrison Church, the elegant mansions of Sujan Singh Park, the understated, finely detailed IIC, the path breaking exhibition complex at Pragati Maidan, the astounding, sculptural Belgian Embassy.
The Modern Architecture of New Delhi lists the most important buildings in the city, buildings every Delhiite needs to know about. The first handbook of Delhi’s modern architecture, it includes a brief description of each building, the architect and his vision for the work, key features to look out for in each building, and a glossary to explain all architectural terms. Beautifully designed, with stunning photography, this is an essential book for all lovers of Delhi and of modern architecture.
Contents
Timeline of buildings
Introduction
Lutyens, Baker and the creation of New Delhi
Buildings
Listing of buildings by architects
Listing of buildings by district
Listing of buildings by purpose
Delhi’s best group housing
Glossary
Biography
Photo credit
Acknowledgements