December 30th
Itinerary
Visit to Centre for Development Studies campus in Trivandrum for lectures and tour
The CDS campus was designed by British architect Laurie Baker and constructed between 1973 and 2008. Baker pioneered an innovative system of architecture using local knowledge and materials and his own logic to construct low-cost and eco-sensitive buildings.
Baker's architecture is undeniably unique, but also attractive. Our first taste of his buildings was at the CDS campus, which was entirely designed by Baker and his team of architects and engineers in the organization COSTFORD.
Some examples of L.B.'s architecture:
Curved walls provide structural support with little material:
Screen-like walls enable airflow, natural cooling, and let in light while not requiring glass.
Tiles fill the space between reinforced concrete beams to save costs:
Some photos of Mithraniketan:
The Karimadom Colony is a slum in Trivandrum currently undergoing redevelopment. The state government attempted smaller-scale redevelopment in the early 1990's with limited success. The new COSTFORD homes appear to be an improvement.
The Karimadom Colony:
Early 1990's redevelopment projects:
The new COSTFORD homes:
Some other photos taken from the 30th to 31st:
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