Sergio Pujari - Le Corbusier in India - 1995

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Le Corbusier in India, by Sergio Pujari, 80 pages, softcover, Italian language, first edition published in 1995 by Istituto Statale d'Arte Edgardo Mannucci; ime, in fair condition.

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Le Corbusier in India.

1991, Softback.
80 pgs, Italian.
First edition.

in fair condition.

Only contains minor scratches and damages on cover from handling and usage.
Minor dented corners, sturdy spine.


Le Corbusier in India is a publication from 1995 that deals with the work of the architect Le Corbusier in India, especially his designs for Chandigarh and other modernist projects. It was published by the State Institute of Art “Edgardo Mannucci” in Ancona.

Le Corbusier’s work in India is one of the most important chapters of his career and of 20th-century modern architecture.

After independence in 1947, India needed new infrastructure and symbolic modern cities. Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru wanted a bold, forward-looking capital for the state of Punjab. In 1950, Le Corbusier was invited to design it.

His most famous work in India is the city of Chandigarh, designed in the early 1950s.

• A planned modern city based on a grid of
• Separation of traffic (cars vs. pedestrians)
• Emphasis on light, space, and order

Within Chandigarh, he designed monumental government buildings in the Capitol Complex, including:
• The Palace of Assembly
• The High Court of Punjab and Haryana
• The Secretariat Building

These structures are known for their raw concrete (béton brut) style, bold geometric forms, and dramatic use of shadow and sun control.

Other works in India

Le Corbusier also designed buildings in Ahmedabad, including:
• The Mill Owners’ Association Building
• The Villa Sarabhai
• The Shodhan House

These projects adapted his modernist ideas to India’s hot climate using:
• Deep overhangs (brise-soleil)
• Natural ventilation
• Thick walls and shaded spaces

Le Corbusier is considered one of the most important figures in architecture and design from the same era such as Jean Prouve, Enzo Mari, Ettore Sottsass, Charlotte Perriand, such as George Nelson, Eames, Hella Jongerius, Verner Panton, Frank Gehry, Ronan & Erwan Bouroullec, Maarten Van Severen, Aalvar Aalto and Alexander Girard.


Le Corbusier, was a Swiss-French architect, designer, painter, urban planner and writer, who was one of the pioneers of what is now regarded as modern architecture.
He was born in Switzerland to French speaking Swiss parents, and acquired French nationality by naturalization on 19 September 1930.


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Le Corbusier in India.

1991, Softback.
80 pgs, Italian.
First edition.

in fair condition.

Only contains minor scratches and damages on cover from handling and usage.
Minor dented corners, sturdy spine.


Le Corbusier in India is a publication from 1995 that deals with the work of the architect Le Corbusier in India, especially his designs for Chandigarh and other modernist projects. It was published by the State Institute of Art “Edgardo Mannucci” in Ancona.

Le Corbusier’s work in India is one of the most important chapters of his career and of 20th-century modern architecture.

After independence in 1947, India needed new infrastructure and symbolic modern cities. Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru wanted a bold, forward-looking capital for the state of Punjab. In 1950, Le Corbusier was invited to design it.

His most famous work in India is the city of Chandigarh, designed in the early 1950s.

• A planned modern city based on a grid of
• Separation of traffic (cars vs. pedestrians)
• Emphasis on light, space, and order

Within Chandigarh, he designed monumental government buildings in the Capitol Complex, including:
• The Palace of Assembly
• The High Court of Punjab and Haryana
• The Secretariat Building

These structures are known for their raw concrete (béton brut) style, bold geometric forms, and dramatic use of shadow and sun control.

Other works in India

Le Corbusier also designed buildings in Ahmedabad, including:
• The Mill Owners’ Association Building
• The Villa Sarabhai
• The Shodhan House

These projects adapted his modernist ideas to India’s hot climate using:
• Deep overhangs (brise-soleil)
• Natural ventilation
• Thick walls and shaded spaces

Le Corbusier is considered one of the most important figures in architecture and design from the same era such as Jean Prouve, Enzo Mari, Ettore Sottsass, Charlotte Perriand, such as George Nelson, Eames, Hella Jongerius, Verner Panton, Frank Gehry, Ronan & Erwan Bouroullec, Maarten Van Severen, Aalvar Aalto and Alexander Girard.


Le Corbusier, was a Swiss-French architect, designer, painter, urban planner and writer, who was one of the pioneers of what is now regarded as modern architecture.
He was born in Switzerland to French speaking Swiss parents, and acquired French nationality by naturalization on 19 September 1930.


Shipped with care, tracked and secured.

Seller's Story

Collector and seller of mostly rare and unique items, prints, and books from our own collection.
Translated by Google Translate

Details

Number of books
1
Subject
Architecture
Book title
Le Corbusier in India
Author/ Illustrator
Sergio Pujari
Condition
Fair
Publication year oldest item
1995
Edition
1st Edition
Language
Italian
Original language
Yes
Publisher
Istituto Statale d'Arte Edgardo Mannucci; ime
Binding/ Material
Softback
Number of pages
80
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