Charles Correa

Charles Correa (Born 1930) played a pivotal role in the creation of architecture for post-Independence India. His works are known to have brought forth a skilful use of colour in Indian architecture.

He working style implies adeptness in comprehending traditional architecture and in merging the modern typology with South Asian elements.

The visual imagery and treatment of surfaces brings an element of youthfulness in all his projects. His famous project namely Cidade de Goa shows his artistic play of light and shade on the walls.

His famous works are the Mahatma Gandhi Memorial Museum at the Sabarmati Ashram in Ahmedabad and the Jawahar Kala Kendra in Jaipur. He is also behind the planning of Navi Mumbai, MIT’S Brain and Cognitive Sciences Centre in Boston and the Cidade de Goa in Goa.