Colonial Architectural Production in late 19 century India
Using records of the PWD, to analyse the choice of building materials and technologies across a range of buildings in the Madras and Bombay Presidencies
- To compare materials used in different parts and types of buildings to identify the forces that shaped architectural choices
- To interpret the relationship between architectural agendas, construction processes and materials used in different architectural works
- To trace the gradual transformation and modernisation of building materials and technologies employed in colonial architectural works through the later half of the 19 century
