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Anjalendran: Architect of Sri Lanka Hardcover - 2009
by David Robson; Waruna Gomis (Photographer)
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During the past 25 years of civil war in Sri Lanka, Anjalendran has stayed on, creating architecture that has attracted interest across the entire Indian subcontinent.
In Anjalendran, David Robson explores this unique man and his uncommon vision. Anjalendran's buildings have a simple directness and although totally modern in spirit, they acknowledge the rich traditions of Sri Lanka. Whether working with ample budgets or at rock bottom cost (like his SOS Children's Village orphanages), his work focuses not only on creative buildings, but—:a la Frank Lloyd Wright—:also their landscaping, furniture and decoration.
Just as interesting as the architecture is the process by which Anjalendran works—:from home, never employing more than four student assistants, with no office, no secretary, no car and no cell phone. He operates without a bank account and has never signed a contract with either a client or a builder. With stunning color photographs, plan details and behind-the-scenes insights, Anjalendran sheds light on the works of this exceptional man.
In Anjalendran, David Robson explores this unique man and his uncommon vision. Anjalendran's buildings have a simple directness and although totally modern in spirit, they acknowledge the rich traditions of Sri Lanka. Whether working with ample budgets or at rock bottom cost (like his SOS Children's Village orphanages), his work focuses not only on creative buildings, but—:a la Frank Lloyd Wright—:also their landscaping, furniture and decoration.
Just as interesting as the architecture is the process by which Anjalendran works—:from home, never employing more than four student assistants, with no office, no secretary, no car and no cell phone. He operates without a bank account and has never signed a contract with either a client or a builder. With stunning color photographs, plan details and behind-the-scenes insights, Anjalendran sheds light on the works of this exceptional man.
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- Title Anjalendran: Architect of Sri Lanka
- Author David Robson; Waruna Gomis (Photographer)
- Binding Hardcover
- Edition Hardcover with J
- Pages 240
- Volumes 1
- Language ENG
- Publisher Tuttle Publishing
- Date 2009-11-10
- Illustrated Yes
- Features Bibliography, Dust Cover, Illustrated, Index, Table of Contents
- ISBN 9780804840385 / 0804840385
- Weight 3 lbs (1.36 kg)
- Dimensions 10.1 x 9.4 x 1 in (25.65 x 23.88 x 2.54 cm)
- Library of Congress subjects Architecture - Sri Lanka - History - 20th, Anjalendran, C - Criticism and interpretation
- Library of Congress Catalog Number 2009013252
- Dewey Decimal Code 720.92
Media reviews
"Robson, an authority on Sri Lankan modern design (Bawa: The Complete Works), presents an overview of his work: mainly houses, villas, offices, and a large children's school. He combines poetic local and historical traditions with industrialized modern design: a combination of international bungalow style with the more imaginary style of the great French modern architect Le Corbusier. Verdict-Robson offers a well-written study and a beautifully photographed survey aimed at designers, architects, and students of both."—Library Journal
Citations
- Library Journal, 11/01/2009, Page 64
- Reference and Research Bk News, 08/01/2010, Page 227
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