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The Assembly at Chandigarh
Pamaljeet Singh Sidhu Pamaljeet Singh Sidhu

The Assembly at Chandigarh

Dive into Charles Correa's insightful critique of Le Corbusier's Assembly building, a work of "passion" that masterfully blends genius with human flaws. It's a journey through concrete and light, where artistic vision and functional design clash to create an unforgettable architectural landscape.

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What One Learned From Corbusier
Pamaljeet Singh Sidhu Pamaljeet Singh Sidhu

What One Learned From Corbusier

How did a "foreigner" help India find its architectural identity? Charles Correa reveals how Le Corbusier's work in Chandigarh inspired a generation of Indian architects to reject colonial styles and build with courage.

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Pierre Jeanneret: The Untold Anecdotes
Pamaljeet Singh Sidhu Pamaljeet Singh Sidhu

Pierre Jeanneret: The Untold Anecdotes

Go beyond the blueprints and into the life of Pierre Jeanneret, Chandigarh's "Saint Architect." This is a tribute to the man whose firm hand and compassionate heart laid the foundation for an architectural masterpiece.

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PL Varma: Soul of Chandigarh
Pamaljeet Singh Sidhu Pamaljeet Singh Sidhu

PL Varma: Soul of Chandigarh

What gives a city its soul? For Chandigarh, it was PL Varma, the visionary who fought to build everything from its foundations to its beloved Sukhna Lake, proving an Indian engineer's grit could make history.

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