Palimpsest of an architectural typology reconfiguring the textile hub
- Vol.88(5-6), May-Jun
- Mumbai The Indian Institute of Architects 2023
- 71-75p.
Palimpsest refers to any kind of surface or structure that bears multiple layers of visible or hidden information, creating a complex and layered history that reveals itself through close inspection and interpretation. In architecture, it reflects the ways in which a typology has been transformed and adapted over time and how these changes have contributed to its current character and identity. Architecture has always been a product of its era, reflecting the needs and aspirations of the populace. The architectural profession is essential to developing solutions for a more sustainable future as we tackle the challenges of the twenty- first century. New typologies that address present-day expectations and challenges are one such approach.