Charles Correa
Indian architect and urban planner (1930–2015)
Charles Correa (1 September 1930 – 16 June 2015) was an Indian architect, urban planner and activist. He is known for the creation of modern architecture in post-Independence India.[1]
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| Born | 1 September 1930 Secunderabad, India |
| Died | 16 June 2015 (aged 84) Mumbai, India |
| Nationality | Indian |
| Alma mater | University of Michigan |
| Occupation | Architect |
| Awards | Padma Shri, Padma Vibhushan |
| Buildings | Jawahar Kala Kendra, National Crafts Museum, Bharat Bhavan |
He was awarded the Padma Shri in 1972, and second highest civilian honour, the Padma Vibhushan in 2006, given by Government of India. He was also awarded the 1984 Royal Gold Medal for architecture, by the Royal Institute of British Architects.
Correa died at his home in Mumbai after a brief illness at the age of 84.[2]
References
change- ↑ An Architecture of Independence: The Making of Modern South Asia University of Pennsylvania.
- ↑ Malhotra, Aditi (June 17, 2015). "India's 'Greatest Architect,' Charles Correa, Dies". Wall Street Journal.
Other websites
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Media related to Charles Correa at Wikimedia Commons
- Charles Correa Associates Archived 2018-03-06 at the Wayback Machine – Official web site of the Mumbai-based architect. Extensive project descriptions with photographs, biography and bibliography.
- Charles Correa – Photo Gallery at BBC Radio 3
- Charles Mark Correa Biography Archived 2011-06-29 at the Wayback Machine
- Link to Art & Design webpage[permanent dead link]
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