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Binding
Paperback
Number of Pages
328
Language
English
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Book Summary
Laurie Baker is a compelling biography that traces the life and work of a visionary architect whose practical, sustainable buildings transformed communities. A clear, accessible exploration of design, it speaks to architecture students, professionals in design fields, and readers who love stories of innovation. The tone is inspiring and educational, inviting you to see how one person’s ideas can change the built world.
Written with a direct, simple, and comprehensive voice, Laurie Baker blends the man’s own writings, sketches, and photographs to reveal not just what he built, but why he built it. The book is organized to echo Baker’s own approach to design—focused, humane, and context-driven—making complex ideas feel approachable and alive.
As you turn the pages, you’ll encounter Baker's philosophies about sustainable design, local materials, and the delicate balance between functionality and aesthetics. Through chapters that weave personal narrative with practical insights, the biography invites you to see how his unconventional methods challenged norms and inspired a new generation of builders. The visual elements—detailed sketches and evocative photographs—bring his concepts to life and offer a tactile sense of his process.
After finishing Laurie Baker, readers gain a deeper appreciation for sustainable architecture and the power of simple, thoughtful design. They finish with a sense of possibility—motivated to see architecture as a way to serve people and place—and equipped to think differently about materials, climate, and community impact.
Product Details
Author
Gautam Bhatia
Publisher
Penguin India
Number of Pages
328
Language
English
SKU
9780140154603
ISBN
9780140154603
Dimensions
22.86 x 15.24 x 3.18 cm
Binding
Paperback
MRP: ₹ 399
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Gautam Bhatia is an Indian author and legal scholar known for writing on constitutional law, politics, and speculative fiction. His work combines rigorous analysis with imaginative thinking, offering fresh perspectives on society and governance. The author’s work continues to be widely read and appreciated for its insight, originality, and lasting relevance among diverse audiences. The author’s work continues to be widely read and appreciated for its insight, originality, and lasting relevance among diverse audiences.