Baidehi Rej

AR3596

This paper proposes a new perspective of analyzing human behavior and architecture by examining the relationship between socio-cultural relationships and spatial experiences in the context of dwelling. The study focuses on the specific case of Pre-Colonial Courtyard Houses in Calcutta, examining their evolution over time and their association with the city's social, cultural, and political changes. The paper employs the Space Syntax Theory to quantify the social values embedded within the spatial layouts of these houses, in order to gain a better understanding of the intricate relationship between architecture, culture, and society.