detail explanation about Hi tech , Regionalism , Contemporary Architecture and contemporary urbanism , post urbanism and post colonial urban development .

1. HIGH
TECH
ARCHITECTURE

2. HIGH TECH
ARCHITECTURE
• High-Tech architecture is also known as ‘late modernism’ or
‘structural expressionism’. This architectural style is the one
that incorporates elements from new high-tech industries and
advanced construction techniques into building design. It was
developed in the 1970s, originally in Britain, and utilized
advanced technology and new building materials.

3. HIGH TECH
ARCHITECTURE
Its principles have been heavily influenced by prominent
figures like Le Corbusier , Walter Gropius, and Meis
Van de Rohe.
• The architecture of brick walls and wooden floors
seemed immutable and old-fashioned. The
designers and architects were charmed by the
raw aesthetics of grain silos and factories in
which form was dictated by function.

4. HIGH TECH
ARCHITECTURE
• High-Tech architecture is also known as ‘late modernism’ or ‘structural
expressionism’. It was developed in the 1970s, originally in Britain, and utilized
advanced technology and new building materials.

5. HIGH TECH
ARCHITECTURE
History |
• This style of architecture developed from
modernism and is now often seen as the
link between modernism
and postmodernism. It attached importance
to the object itself, the building, rather than
the functional use of space.
Communication through the underlying
structure and function of the building
throughout its interior and exterior.
• The architectural style usually lacks
internal load-bearing walls.
Reconfigurable spaces are also one
of the key elements of design. Most
buildings also have overhanging
floors. Bright colors are used in
some projects in an attempt to
evoke a sense of drawing or
diagram. As is evident in the case of
the following examples.
• High tech architecture has a material
palette that extensively uses aluminum,
glass, steel, and, to an extent, concrete.
As with industrialization, these materials
were available readily, in wider variety
and forms especially during the time high
tech architecture was developing.

6. BUILDINGS

7. HIGH TECH
ARCHITECTURE
BUILDINGS

8. BUILDINGS
1. Centre Pompidou
• This building was designed by the architect Richard Rogers and Renzo Piano in
the year 1977. The Pompidou embodies the ideals of high-tech architecture.
The style of architecture is sometimes also referred to as ‘Bowellism’.
Bowellism is a modern and high-tech architecture style, which is heavily
associated with Richard Rogers.
• Sometimes known as the inside-out architecture, this transient architectural
and flippant style was heavily influenced by Le Corbusier and Antoni Gaudi.

9. BUILDINGS
2. HSBC Building
• The HSBC building built in 1979 is also an example of high-tech
architecture. The building was designed to meet the brief of creating the
best bank headquarters in the world.
• The aesthetics of architecture are delegated to its engineering, avoiding
the question of style and appearance, history and context. The services
which are generally concealed within the central core were exhibited on
the exterior of the building.

10. 3. Lloyd’s Building
BUILDINGS
• The Lloyd’s building in London designed by Richard Rogers is
the second major building following the Centre Pompidou
which is one of the 1980s most recognizable pieces of
architecture.
• Like the earlier project, Lloyd’s building is innovative in
having its services on the outside. This leaves a DE cluttered
space inside. There are 3 main towers and three service
towers around a central rectangular space. The higher floors
can be accessed by exterior lifts.

11. 4. Renault
Distribution Center
BUILDINGS
• Renault Distribution Center in Swindon is one of the most
extraordinary and articulate examples of the high-tech
architectural style. It was completed in 1982 by Foster
Associates.
• The distinctive roof of the building was created for industrial
racking and storage as Renault required a flexible space with
large, open areas.

12. REGIONALISM
ARCHITECTURE
ECOLOGICAL APPROACHES

13. REGIONALISM ARCHITECTURE
ECOLOGICAL APPROACHES
• Regionalism in architecture, with an ecological approach, emphasizes building
designs that are deeply rooted in the local context, culture, climate, and natural
resources of a particular region. This approach seeks to create sustainable and
environmentally friendly buildings that respond to the unique characteristics of their
surroundings.

14. REGIONALISM ARCHITECTURE
ECOLOGICAL APPROACHES
• regionalism responds to a particular place, culture, and climate. The inherent
specificity attached to this movement is identified through context-specific
architecture, historical knowledge, climate responsiveness, materiality, ecology and
landscape, social and cultural appropriateness, and technology. Although it may be
unfair, even misleading, to generalize modern architecture as “rootless”,.

15. THE DATAI RESORT
• One example of these “luxurious architectural stage sets” is The Datai resort, designed by
the Singapore-based firm Kerry Hill Architects, in Langkawi Island. Conceived as a “jungle
retreat”, the resort remains immersed in much of the original rainforest, whilst the
individual villas clearly draw inspiration from the traditional, raised Malay house.
Aerial view of The Data

16. THE DATAI RESORT
• “A lama from Tibet will find a familiar sight in the profile of The Datai’s west wing with
its long uninterrupted corridors and patchwork of doors, windows, and sloping eaves
that jut out precariously from a cliff. The lost peoples of Maya will enjoy the staggered
flights of stone steps…The Japanese will delight in the shoji screen effect of the door
and window designs”.
Exterior view of the dining room at The DataI

17. REGIONALISM ARCHITECTURE
ECOLOGICAL APPROACHES
Here are some key aspects of regionalism in architecture with an ecological approach:
4.Integration with Nature: Architecture is conceived to coexist
harmoniously with the natural environment, often incorporating
features such as green roofs, rainwater harvesting systems,
and natural ventilation strategies. Buildings may also be
designed to minimize disruption to ecosystems and preserve
natural habitats.
3.Use of Local Materials: Regional architecture emphasizes
the use of locally available materials, reducing the
environmental impact associated with transportation and
extraction. Utilizing indigenous materials also helps to preserve
local traditions and craftsmanship.
2.Climate Responsiveness: Buildings are designed to respond
to the local climate conditions, optimizing passive strategies for
heating, cooling, and ventilation. This might include orientation
to maximize solar gain or shading elements to reduce solar heat
gain.
1.Site-specific Design: Architects analyze the site's
geographical, climatic, and cultural context to inform their design
decisions. Buildings are tailored to fit harmoniously within their
surroundings, utilizing local materials and construction
techniques.

18. REGIONALISM ARCHITECTURE
ECOLOGICAL APPROACHES
7.Sustainability: Ecological regionalism prioritizes sustainability at every stage of the
building's lifecycle, from design and construction to operation and maintenance. Buildings
are energy-efficient, resource-efficient, and environmentally responsible, aiming to minimize
their carbon footprint and ecological impact.
• Architects and firms known for their work in regionalism with an ecological approach
include Glenn Murcutt in Australia, Balkrishna Doshi in India, and Rural Studio in the
United States, among others. Their projects demonstrate a deep respect for the
environment and a commitment to creating architecture that is both sustainable and
culturally relevant.
5.Cultural Sensitivity: Regional architecture celebrates local
traditions, building techniques, and cultural heritage. Designs
may draw inspiration from vernacular architecture, adapting
traditional forms and methods to contemporary needs.
6.Community Engagement: Architects
collaborate closely with local communities
throughout the design process, incorporating
their input and addressing their needs and
aspirations. This participatory approach fosters
a sense of ownership and connection to the
built environment.

19. CONTEMPORARY
ARCHITECTURE

20. CONTEMPORARY
ARCHITECTURE
 Contemporary architecture refers to buildings that date from the late 20th
century through the present day. Rather than describing a uniform style,
contemporary buildings are characterized by features such as unadorned
facades, asymmetrical or non-linear forms, and large volumes.

21. CONTEMPORARY
ARCHITECTURE
Contemporary Architecture is a style that breaks from the conventional traditional norms to a new modern approach that resonates
with the time and style of a certain era.

22. CONTEMPORARY
ARCHITECTURE
The Villa Savoye built in the 20th century was a key building in the development of the International Style of Modernism. Since this
building marked a break away from the traditional beliefs it is considered a contemporary approach to architecture by the well-
renowned architect Le Corbusier
Villa Savoye: Renato Saboya

23. CHARACTERISTIC CONTEMPORARY
ARCHITECTURE
•Asymmetry
•Curved lines
•Rounded forms
•Unconventional volumes
•Free-form shapes
•Open floor plans
•Large, abundant windows
•Green roofs, living walls
•Sustainable building practices
•Minimalist interior design

24. Zeitgeist, the German word, is translated as the defining spirit or mood of a particular period of history as shown by
the ideas and beliefs of the time. In the same way, contemporary architecture represents the zeitgeist of the time.
Cultural context represents the spirit, symbol, and identity of the place at a particular time and place. It ranges from
what people have, think, perceive, know, feel, and do as members of society and this influences the identity of the
culture and context This changing representation is reflected in contemporary architecture and resonates in the
form and style of the built structures .
Zeitgeist of its time
CONTEMPORARY
ARCHITECTURE

25. Contemporary urbanism

26. Contemporary urbanism
• Contemporary urbanism refers to the
current trends and practices in urban
design and planning.
• contemporary urbanism involves
redefining the discipline of ecology in the
context of planetary urbanization,
incorporating new niches and challenging
global land-use patterns .
• Contemporary urbanism refers to the
study and analysis of the relationship
between cities and industry, and the
physical manifestation of manufacturing
in urban areas.

27. Contemporary architecture
• contemporary urbanism refers to the current
trends and practices in urban planning and
design, focusing on creating sustainable,
inclusive, and livable cities.
• contemporary urbanism refers to the current
trends and practices in urban design and
planning, particularly in relation to the
challenges posed by global ecology and the
need for sustainable development.

28. Post modern urbanism

29. Post modern urbanism
• Postmodern urbanism is a philosophical
and practical approach to city planning
and design that emerged in the latter half
of the 20th century.
• modernist planning often emphasized
functionalism, efficiency, and uniformity,
postmodern urbanism prioritizes diversity,
pluralism, and a more human-scale
approach to urban design.

30. Post modern urbanism
• Modernist urbanism was rooted in a
fantasy of the tabula rasa. City space
would be created anew, buildings
inserted into blank landscapes.
• The theory of town planning that zones
towns and cities into clearly demarcated
areas of specific activities (residential,
industrial, parks).

31. Post colonial urban
development

32. post colonial urban
development
• Post-colonial urban development
in Africa has been influenced by a
complex array of factors including
historical legacies of colonialism,
rapid population growth,
globalization, economic
challenges, and governance
issues.
• Post-colonial governments often
inherited these urban structures
and faced the challenge of
transforming them to meet the
needs of growing populations.

33. Post colonial urban
development
• colonial governments built a
substantial infrastructure,
introduced a cash crop system of
agriculture, and changed the
traditional standards of wealth
and status.
• Africa was conquered by
European imperial powers in the
late 19th and early 20th
centuries.

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