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Highly commended and new and old winner: Shiva 1800 in Silwa, India by Sanjay Puri Architects for Padams Interiors.

  • Published In: Architectural Review, 2026. P. 12 1 of 2

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Abstract

The article focuses on the Shiva 1800 project in Silwa, India, designed by Sanjay Puri Architects for Padams Interiors, which revitalizes an 18th-century temple complex dedicated to Shiva in Rajasthan. The design preserves the original temple while creating a community center with open and sheltered spaces that follow the hill’s natural contours, inspired by traditional stepped wells but adapted organically to the site. The project incorporates sustainable, locally sourced materials such as sandstone and vedic bricks, and includes features like a rainwater reservoir to address water scarcity. It aims to blend modern interventions with historical architecture, fostering a climate-responsive and socially conscious environment for the local community. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:Architectural Review. 2026/04, p12
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Earth and Atmospheric Sciences
  • Publication Date:2026
  • ISSN:0003-861X
  • Accession Number:193108863
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