11. Louis Kahn | Architects of India
Louis Kahn is known to be one of the most influential architects of the 20th century. Although most of his work was in America, his design of IIM Ahmadabad and meticulous methodologies received much praise in India.
12. Achyut Kanvinde
Kanvinde’s style dealt with space, forms, and natural light. His works provide practicality in the Indian climate, dealing thoughtfully with problems like ventilation and excessive heat. His style often displays vernacular elements.
13. B V Doshi | Architect of India
The ‘Father of Indian Architecture’ retains a modernist style, much like his contemporaries Le Corbusier and Kahn, but adds an idiosyncratic Indian spirit to his work. After seeing some of his notable designs like the IIM Bangalore, NIFT Delhi, Amdavad ni Gufa, and CEPT University, it’s safe to say that his Pritzker Prize was indeed well deserved.
14. Charles Correa | Famous Indian Architecture
The Jawahar Kala Kendra and Vidhan Bhavan Bhopal are examples of modernist architecture in India and owe their existence to architect Charles Correa. He was credited for his sensitivity towards the urban poor and his use of traditional methods and materials.
15. Hafeez Contractor | Famous Indian Architects
Being the architect of the 3 tallest buildings in India as of 2019, and having designed multiple skyscrapers, the Contractor has influenced shaping the skylines of contemporary urban India. The 42 and The Imperial are a few of his excellent works built in the international style.
16. Laurie Baker | Architects of India
Laurie Baker’s affiliation towards sustainable and vernacular architecture as well as traditional techniques, allowed his buildings to be climate-responsive, at the same time use minimum materials, and have an uncompromised aesthetic.
17. Nari Gandhi | Indian Architects
Another advocate of organic architecture, Gandhi is known for striking originations such as stacking pots to create an archway or creating a staircase from bricks. His work is more often than not characterized by craftsmanship and new technologies.
18. Raj Rewal | Ancient Architects of India
Yet another leading Indian architect, Raj Rewal’s works are concerned with the juxtaposition of traditional concepts in contemporary arrangements. The Asian Games Village depicts how effortlessly and beautifully he winds its courtyards, gardens, and streets together into a living heritage museum.
19. Christopher Benninger | Famous Indian Architects
An American-Indian Architect, Benninger founded the School of Planning in Ahmedabad and the Centre for Development Studies and Activities in Pune. He has worked on urban plans, rural and regional plans along with low-cost mass housing projects, and currently heads one of the leading firms of the country.
20. Sheila Sri Prakash | Architects of India
Architecture evolves in coordination with the need of the hour. In today’s time, environmentally and socio-economically sustainable architecture is a necessity and Sheila Sri Prakash leads the way. She strives to find innovative resolutions to the needs of the rising urban population while simultaneously retaining its heritage.
