| Title | Contemporary Dravida architecture styleRare |
|---|---|
| Description | A modern adaptation of Dravida architecture, incorporating traditional elements with contemporary materials and construction techniques, often seen in temples built outside of South India. |
| Also Known As | Contemporary Dravidian Temple Architecture with Fortress Motifs Dravidian Kali Temple Architecture Fortress-Inspired Saivite Design Urban Temple-Civic Hybrid |
| Tags | Modern temple Urban temple Dravida adaptation Contemporary construction |
| Style ID | INHF-STY-7518479844-21:57:26:24:01:19:CDAS |
| URI | https://www.inheritage.foundation/aat/styles/contemporary-dravida-architecture-style |
| API Endpoint | https://www.inheritage.foundation/api/v1/aat/contemporary-dravida-architecture-style |
| Total Sites | 1 |
| Primary Sites | 0 |
| Created | November 19, 2025 |
| Last Updated | November 29, 2025 |
External References
Regions
| Regions | Singapore Malaysia Various global locations with Hindu diaspora |
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Historical Context
| Time Periods | 20th century CE 21st century CE |
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Sacred Context
| Sacred Contexts | Hindu temples Urban temples |
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| Associated Deities | Kali Shiva Devi |
Architectural Details
| Primary Materials | Reinforced concrete Steel Granite Tile Paint |
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| Architectural Features | Gopuram Vimana Mandapa Modern materials Adaptations to urban context |
Keywords
| Keywords | Modern temple Urban temple Dravida adaptation Contemporary construction |
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Recommended Sources
| Title | Type | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| The Hindu Temple and Its Urban Setting in Singapore | Journal Article | Study of Hindu temples in Singaporean urban environments. |
| Contemporary Temple Architecture in Southeast Asia | Book | Overview of modern temple designs in Southeast Asia. |
Heritage Sites (1)
| Site Name | Status | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Sri Vairavimada Kaliamman Temple Singapore | Secondary | 100% |
See Also
Related Materials
Reinforced concrete
Steel
Granite
Tile
Paint
Related Features
Gopuram
Vimana
Mandapa
Modern materials
Adaptations to urban context
Example Sites
How to Identify Contemporary Dravida architecture style
- Look for characteristic features: Gopuram, Vimana, Mandapa.
- Verify geographic location: Contemporary Dravida architecture style architecture is typically found in Singapore and Malaysia.
- Examine construction materials: Contemporary Dravida architecture style typically uses Reinforced concrete and Steel.
- Consider historical context: This style dates from 20th century CE.
- Compare with documented examples: 1 heritage sites use this architectural style.