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Identifying the role of 'Shadow Tower' in the Capitol ensemble of Chandigarh as a model for shaping architecture in hot climates

Abstract

Identifying the role of 'Shadow Tower' in the Capitol ensemble of Chandigarh as a model for shaping architecture in hot climates

Krupnik L.L., Ipatova P.I.

Incoming article date: 10.04.2024

This paper deals with the aspects of the ideological content of the architectural and engineering thought of the Shadow Tower Pavilion in Chandigarh, a structure without a definite function. A brief historical background is collected. Examples of similar constructions "without function" are given, principles and purposes of formation of architectural volumes of selected analogs are described. The influence of such structures from the point of view of ideology on the formation of architecture in a hot climate is considered. The significance of small architectural volumes in the context of large ensembles is emphasized.

Keywords: "Tower of Shadows", Capitol, Chandigarh, hot climate, Le Corbusier's "sunbreakers", natural sun protection, natural ventilation, design, artistic effect, climatic grid, functional conditions