Author: Raj Rewal
Jyotindra Jain/Giordno Tironi
Publisher: Roli Books
Year: 2002
Language: English
Pages: 84
ISBN/UPC (if available): 8175253533
Description
This monograph traces challenging issues, dominating influences, poetics, design manoeuvers and construction technology that have shaped Raj Rewal's Library for the Indian Parliament. A major addition to New Delhi's symbolic capitol since independence, it suggests new approaches to monumentality. Rooted in history and context, resonating traditions as well as surroundings, the Library complex marries precedent with innovation. Jyotindra Jain views the magnificence of the ensemble as a consequence of a "closer to earth ethos" that replaces"imperial grandeur".
Giordano Tironi discusses the project in symbolic and metaphysical terms. He presents the ensemble as a product of "material qualities of light and history". Arun Rewal piece examines how Raj Rewal draws inspiration from the context without compromising either the individual or urban definition to invent the new.
Rahoul B. Singh provides a detailed discussion on the spatial and tectonic manoeuvers that characterize this complex.
K.V. Rangaswamy's article offers a commentary on construction techniques, materials employed and technological advances.
The monograph is illustrated by black & white and colour photographs, building views, sections, elevations and construction details.
Complete List of Authors:
RAJ REWAL
JYOTINDRA JAIN
GIORDANO TIRONI
ARUN REWAL
RAHOUL B. SINGH
K.V. RANGASWAMY
PHOTOGRAPHS: Madan Mahatta, Pawan Mahatta, Eshwar Raj, H`ele`ne Rewal and Architectural Research Cell