An Emancipated Place

 

An Emancipated Place is a collection of the works of women architects from South Asia. The main purpose of the book, however, is not to explore gender issues, but to discuss the practising, and especially the praxis of architecture. The Hecar Foundation launched its first book, Women In Architecture – 2000 Plus, documenting the dynamic work of women architects in South Asia. Twenty-six committed women architects from India, Pakistan, Bangladesh and Sri Lanka, and a representative each from Singapore and from Australia, speak about the ideas, emotions and beliefs that inspire their work.

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Other books from Hecar Foundation

SILENT SENTINELS

 

The traditional buildings of Coorg, or Kodagu, are among the most striking cultural expressions of this distinctive region of South India. For centuries the belief systems, social bonds, and family rituals associated with these distinctive built forms ensured their preservation and the continuity of their place in the life of the community. These elaborate, handsomely built mud, stone, and timber structures served as physical testaments to the prosperity and well-being of Kodava families. This book has enjoyed wide academic circulation and is available in several bookshops in India and at reputed libraries worldwide. ISBN: 81-7525-679-6

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THE CATHEDRAL SCHOOL PORTFOLIO

 

Conceiced by Gita Simoes ’59 and Brinda Somaya ’64 for The HECAR Foundation on celebrating completion of 150 years of Excellence of “The Cathedral & John Connon School”

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VANISHING HOMES OF INDIA

 

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BRINDA SOMAYA

 

This volume is a comprehensive monograph chronicling the personal and professional journey of the Indian architect and urban conservationist Brinda Somaya, from 1975 to the present. Belonging to the ‘Bridge Generation’, her work transcends stylistic vocabulary and draws its inspiration from Indian culture, the landscape of the subcontinent and principles of sustainable design and intervention.

Nandini Somaya Sampat, architect, interior designer and Director at SNK Consultants, is involved in all aspects of the design, coordination and execution of projects.

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SINDHNAMAH

 

A landmark publication for the Sindhi community, Sindhnamah is a large-format illustrated book about the rich cultural heritage and history of Sindh and the Sindhi people.

Written in an engaging style, Sindhnamah showcases the beautiful treasures of their original homeland: its landscapes, waterways and wildlife; its arts and crafts, textiles and jewellery; its splendid architectural wealth; its music and cuisine; the many faces of its religions; and its colourful history and folklore. It also celebrates the compassionate spirit of humanism that is such a significant aspect of Sindhi culture.

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An Emancipated Place

 

An Emancipated Place is a collection of the works of women architects from South Asia. The main purpose of the book, however, is not to explore gender issues, but to discuss the practising, and especially the praxis of architecture. The Hecar Foundation launched its first book, Women In Architecture – 2000 Plus, documenting the dynamic work of women architects in South Asia. Twenty-six committed women architects from India, Pakistan, Bangladesh and Sri Lanka, and a representative each from Singapore and from Australia, speak about the ideas, emotions and beliefs that inspire their work.

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SILENT SENTINELS

 

The traditional buildings of Coorg, or Kodagu, are among the most striking cultural expressions of this distinctive region of South India. For centuries the belief systems, social bonds, and family rituals associated with these distinctive built forms ensured their preservation and the continuity of their place in the life of the community. These elaborate, handsomely built mud, stone, and timber structures served as physical testaments to the prosperity and well-being of Kodava families. This book has enjoyed wide academic circulation and is available in several bookshops in India and at reputed libraries worldwide. ISBN: 81-7525-679-6

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THE CATHEDRAL SCHOOL PORTFOLIO

 

Conceiced by Gita Simoes ’59 and Brinda Somaya ’64 for The HECAR Foundation on celebrating completion of 150 years of Excellence of “The Cathedral & John Connon School”

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VANISHING HOMES OF INDIA

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BRINDA SOMAYA

 

This volume is a comprehensive monograph chronicling the personal and professional journey of the Indian architect and urban conservationist Brinda Somaya, from 1975 to the present. Belonging to the ‘Bridge Generation’, her work transcends stylistic vocabulary and draws its inspiration from Indian culture, the landscape of the subcontinent and principles of sustainable design and intervention.

Nandini Somaya Sampat, architect, interior designer and Director at SNK Consultants, is involved in all aspects of the design, coordination and execution of projects.

Ruturaj Parikh, is a partner at Matter, an architecture and content firm based in Goa. Former Director of the Charles Correa Foundation, he works on architectural and curatorial projects.

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SINDHNAMAH

 

A landmark publication for the Sindhi community, Sindhnamah is a large-format illustrated book about the rich cultural heritage and history of Sindh and the Sindhi people.

Written in an engaging style, Sindhnamah showcases the beautiful treasures of their original homeland: its landscapes, waterways and wildlife; its arts and crafts, textiles and jewellery; its splendid architectural wealth; its music and cuisine; the many faces of its religions; and its colourful history and folklore. It also celebrates the compassionate spirit of humanism that is such a significant aspect of Sindhi culture.

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