Indian architecture has indeed come a long way. It’s been
many decades past our independence that Indian architects are finally showing
their true talents in many ways possible. Architecture is nothing but an
expression of modern art. There are plentiful of designs around the world and
in the country that express the desire of shouting out. Indian architecture is
no different in displaying such an act.
If we take a look at corporate parks in Mumbai, especially
the ones located in SEZs, you will realize the elaborate design that speaks
volumes of Indian design potential. In Mumbai, the best place to check out the
impressive architecture is at none other than Bandra-Kurla Complex or commonly
known by its acronym – BKC. Most of the buildings here have been designed with
a specific purpose in mind. In short, it’s purposeful designed evokes awe and
one will get impressed with the modern design elements of these buildings.
Residential buildings do not always follow a stringent
design norm. The buildings do compromise on their design since they have to
accommodate residents in it, so the exterior of these buildings will utilize
only the basic of the elements. Has this been a stereotypical view that
residential buildings do not like to be elaborately designed? The answer is
fortunately yes. There are several townships that prompt us to think otherwise.
Although the terms ‘elaborate design’ is not something one would like to
associate these buildings with. It still does a pretty good job of deserving it
to be called as a landmark. And if it’s attributed as a landmark then the
building seldom requires any introduction. One will not require squinting at
the thought of making it hard to recognize- credit it to the architectural designs.
Most of the Indians live in either: building complexes,
residential towers or townships. Unlike their western counterparts, most
Indians do not live in individual houses. Residential complexes and townships
depict different design elements. Take for example the design created by
Supreme Designs: Their design of their hotels uses the basic elements, none too
elaborate nor is it too simple. It depicts precisely what the design wants to
convey. If it’s a hotel, it will look like a hotel, if it’s a resort it will
look like a resort. The design should speak the idea behind the elements of
that distinctive design. For example, Ferrari's are designed with a specific
purpose to serve the needs of luxury sport car enthusiast. No one would expect
less, Ferrari design represents sports cars should deliver on the speed and
comfort the brand depicts. In a much similar way the design of Supreme Design
speaks volumes of its purposeful design elements: not so simple, none too
elaborate.
