House of the Day: Villa Shodhan by Le Corbusier
May 9th, 2016
May 9th, 2016
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This villa, located in the tropical Indian setting of Ahmedabad, is typical of Le Corbusier’s post-1950s style. It draws heavily on influences from the De Stijl movement, particularly apparent in the asymmetrical raw concrete facade.
Chosen by our Founding Director Matt Gibberd.
Photography: Fondation Le Corbusier/ADAGP
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