Title

Contemporary Indic architecture style

Rare
4.5/5(Based on 1 heritage site)
DescriptionContemporary Indic architecture integrates traditional Indian design principles with modern materials and construction techniques, often reflecting diaspora cultural identities.
Also Known As
Dravidian Style Ganesha Temple Architecture with Hill Shrine Elements
Dravidian Temple Architecture
Chettinad Temple Detailing
Hill Shrine Planning
Sri Lankan Tamil Diaspora Craft
Australian Bushfire Design
Contemporary Structural Retrofits
Community Cultural Landscape
Tags
Contemporary
Diaspora
Modern Indian architecture
Style ID
INHF-STY-6211315352-15:01:37:03:08:19:CIAS
URIhttps://www.inheritage.foundation/aat/styles/contemporary-indic-architecture-style
API Endpoint
https://www.inheritage.foundation/api/v1/aat/contemporary-indic-architecture-style
Total Sites1
Primary Sites0
CreatedNovember 19, 2025
Last UpdatedNovember 29, 2025

External References

Regions

Regions
Global Indian diaspora

Historical Context

Time Periods
21st century CE

Sacred Context

Sacred Contexts
Hindu temples
Cultural centers
Associated Deities
All Hindu deities

Architectural Details

Primary Materials
Concrete
Steel
Glass
Traditional materials
Architectural Features
Adaptation of traditional forms
Modern materials
Community spaces

Keywords

Keywords
Contemporary
Diaspora
Modern Indian architecture

Recommended Sources

TitleTypeNotes
Journal of South Asian ArchitectureJournalAcademic journal featuring contemporary South Asian architecture.

Heritage Sites (1)

Site NameStatusConfidence
Sri Vakrathunda Vinayagar Temple The Basin
Secondary
100%

See Also

Related Materials

Concrete
Steel
Glass
Traditional materials

Related Features

Adaptation of traditional forms
Modern materials
Community spaces

How to Identify Contemporary Indic architecture style

  1. Look for characteristic features: Adaptation of traditional forms, Modern materials, Community spaces.
  2. Verify geographic location: Contemporary Indic architecture style architecture is typically found in Global Indian diaspora.
  3. Examine construction materials: Contemporary Indic architecture style typically uses Concrete and Steel.
  4. Consider historical context: This style dates from 21st century CE.
  5. Compare with documented examples: 1 heritage sites use this architectural style.

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