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ANANT
RAJE
HIS WORK PHILOSOPHY

- NAVEEN KUMAR L
R.RAHUL
 DESIGN
PHILOSOPHY:
⬣ Raje's philosophy of architecture was rooted in the belief that
architecture should be both functional and expressive.
⬣ He was influenced by the work of Kahn, who believed that
architecture should be a reflection of the spirit of the place and
the people who use it. Raje also drew on traditional Indian
architectural principles, such as the use of natural light and
ventilation.
⬣ .Raje's work is characterized by its simplicity, clarity, and use of
natural materials. He often used concrete, brick, and wood in
his designs. His buildings are often site-specific, reflecting the
local climate and culture.
⬣ Raje imbibed in him Kahn's philosophy of architecture vis-à-vis,
sense of order, appreciation of light, handling of materials
especially brick and concrete, climate control.
⬣ Raje's most notable works include the Management
Development Center at the Indian Institute of Management in
Ahmedabad, the National Institute of Design in Ahmedabad, and
the Indian Institute of Technology in Bombay.
⬣ He also taught at the School of Architecture at the University of
Pennsylvania and the School of Architecture and Planning at the
University of New Mexico.
HIS WORKS:
Management Development Center at the

1972
Indian Institute of Management in
Ahmedabad

Institute of Forest Management, Bhopal

1975
AFCO wholesale market, Mumbai
1989
 1. Management Development
Center at the Indian Institute of
Management in Ahmedabad
Indian institute of management,
Ahmedabad is a public business school
located in Ahmedabad, Gujarat.*
Established in 1961, the campus is spread
across 106 acres of land.

The architecture of IIMA Ahmedabad is a

unique and important example of
modernist architecture in India. Kahn's
design is characterized by its simplicity,
clarity, and use of natural materials. The
buildings at IIMA are also notable for their
geometric forms and their sense
of monumentality.
• Bricks has been used as a primary
building for the entire complex ,walls
and columns.
• Brick arches used for wide spans.
• Use of concrete has been restricted to
foundation , floor slabs and ties for
arched openings.
• Master plan of the institute is divided into 2
parts:1. Institutional complex with library,
administration, faculty blocks, school buildings and
school dormitories.

• Residential area for faculty and clerical staff

Influenced by the management philosophy and
students busy schedule Kahn integrated living and
earningspaces.

• ORIENTATION. the diagonal layout had the

advantage of the building being oriented towards
the south western breezes. The orientation • also
DESIGN CONCEPT
helps cut out the west sun reducing glare.
• Khan always wanted to give a solid and formal look to his
buildings.He wanted to create a "FORTRESS IN BRICK" in keeping
with some of the following features:

• Exposed brickwork Large openings or voids in walls

• Exposed concrete ties Very less use of glass for windows

• Interplay of light and shade in corridors Hide entrances, window

openings
 • The position of the
staircase and
washroom are meant
DORMITORIES to protect the living
room from sun and
• Each dormitory is cubic block, 4
glare without
storey height, and has 2 wings of
obstructing the breeze
individual rooms set at right angles
and ventilation
to one another, separated by a • .In most of the blocks,
vertical slot, forming and L-shape on
the ground floor is
the west and south that creates
used as banks, etc.
shadowed common spaces for • The dorms are placed
informal meeting.
one behind the other
A square tower like service block is
to obtain the much
placed on the north-east corner of
needed breeze and
dormitory, its corner is open with
cross ventilation.
narrow slots so that the facades
appear to stand free of one another.
A diagonal wall pierced by a large
circular opening and joined at its
mid point to the service tower with a
semi-circular stair at its centre
 "I Use The Square To Begin My
Solutions Because The Square Is A Non-
choice, Really. In The Course Of
Development, I Search For The Forces
That Would Disprove The Square
 Institute of Forest Management,
Bhopal
• Name: Indian Institute of Forest
Management Type:
Institutional
• Architect: Anant Raje
• Location: Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh
Stale
• Year: 1988Area: 17500 Sq.
Meter (covered
• Relating the Buildings: The 65 area)
hectares of site is open
and rises approximately 50 metres from the lower road
level on a hill plateau, and is heavily contoured on the
western and southern sides, while the eastern side has
gradual slopes.
• The major axis runs north ­south, and the main
circulation spine is located on this north-south axis. The
plan of the academic area focuses on the faculty and
research offices that form the crucial inner core located
equidistant from the administrative offices on one side
and the teaching areas on the other side
• . In place of a continuous narrow corridor, individual set
back lobbies serve as stop-off meeting places,
opening towards courts.
• Relating the Buildings:

• The 65 hectares of site is open and

rises approximately 50 metres from the
lower road level on a hill plateau, and is
heavily contoured on the western and
southern sides, while the eastern side
has gradual slopes.
• The major axis runs north ­south, and
the main circulation spine is located on
this north-south axis. The plan of the
academic area focuses on the faculty
and research offices that form the
crucial inner core located equidistant
from the administrative offices on one
side and the teaching areas on the
other side
• . In place of a continuous narrow
corridor, individual set back lobbies
serve as stop-off meeting places,
opening towards courts.
The buildings has Kotah stone or Yellow
Sandstone grit plaster expressed in the
form of regulated panel formation with
exposed concrete lintels and floor bands
on the exterior surfaces.The same
materials also cover the surfaces in the
public lobbies, staircase enclosures as
well as the interiors of light wells and
porches.The elevated plaza has rough
yellow sandstone paving.The stair steps
and lobbies and corridors have polished
yellow Jaisalmer stone to give the
ambience of warmth inside the
building.The building works with the
climate, shading the internal spaces from
the hot summer sun. All openings are
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 AFCO wholesale market,
Mumbai
• The A.F.C.O. Wholesale Market in Mumbai,
India is a fine example of modernist
architecture. It was designed by the renowned
Indian architect Anant Raje and completed in
1989. The market is a large, geometric
structure made of concrete, brick, and wood.
It is arranged around a central courtyard,
which provides a space for vendors and
customers to gather and socialize. The
building is also designed to maximize natural
lightA.F.C.O.
• The and ventilation.
Wholesale Market is a vital part of
the Mumbai economy. It provides a place for
farmers and other producers to sell their
goods directly to consumers. The market is
also a major source of employment for
people in the city.
• The A.F.C.O. Wholesale Market is a unique
and important example of modernist
architecture in India. It is a testament to
Raje's skill as an architect and his
commitment to creating sustainable and
functional buildings
• The A.F.C.O. Wholesale Market in Mumbai, India is a
massive complex that covers an area of 27 acres
(10.9 hectares). It is one of the largest wholesale
markets in India and is home to over 2000 stalls.
The market is divided into several sections,
including a fruit and vegetable market, a flower
market, and a grocery market.The main building of
the
• A.F.C.O. Wholesale Market is a large, rectangular
structure that measures 1,000 feet (304.8 meters)
long and 500 feet (152.4 meters) wide. The building
is divided into several floors, with each floor
dedicated to a different type of merchandise.

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