Terracotta in Architecture: Overview on Historical and Contemporary Practice in Bangladesh

Although Terracotta is one of the oldest in almost all sub-continents and was spread out across the whole world now-a-days it has been a common, traditional, and indigenous object in Bangladesh for everyday life. Inspired by the religion or rituals, terracot...

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description Although Terracotta is one of the oldest in almost all sub-continents and was spread out across the whole world now-a-days it has been a common, traditional, and indigenous object in Bangladesh for everyday life. Inspired by the religion or rituals, terracotta art has evolved in many ways in Bengal over time. From Babylon walls to high-performancerain screens, terracotta claddings have proven repeatedlyto be technologically superior and aesthetically rich. Realizing the evolution of terracotta prepares architects to add new, creative chapters to a superior history. Through an extensive inventory of recent examples, project case studies and architectural details, this study provides a foundation for understanding the nature of the material and the opportunities it offers in the urban life. The objective of the paper is to know the evolution of terracotta as a historic, artistic and cultural materials and shapes of objects with aesthetical andtechnical aspects that plays an important role for place making in both exteriorandinterior of architectural design and building practice. The paper explores the evolution of terracotta in Bangladeshand prepares architects and builders to make new, creative uses of the timeless material. Validating the examples of expressive possibilities, this preciousstudy can be aninspiration for students and professionals alike who are interested increating sustainable spaces by using visual and cultural components.
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spelling oai:localhost:123456789-8902025-05-08T07:44:32Z Terracotta in Architecture: Overview on Historical and Contemporary Practice in Bangladesh Abu Salaque, Syed Terracotta in architecture, Architectural Heritageart and culture, Contemporary Architecture, Architectural ornamentation Although Terracotta is one of the oldest in almost all sub-continents and was spread out across the whole world now-a-days it has been a common, traditional, and indigenous object in Bangladesh for everyday life. Inspired by the religion or rituals, terracotta art has evolved in many ways in Bengal over time. From Babylon walls to high-performancerain screens, terracotta claddings have proven repeatedlyto be technologically superior and aesthetically rich. Realizing the evolution of terracotta prepares architects to add new, creative chapters to a superior history. Through an extensive inventory of recent examples, project case studies and architectural details, this study provides a foundation for understanding the nature of the material and the opportunities it offers in the urban life. The objective of the paper is to know the evolution of terracotta as a historic, artistic and cultural materials and shapes of objects with aesthetical andtechnical aspects that plays an important role for place making in both exteriorandinterior of architectural design and building practice. The paper explores the evolution of terracotta in Bangladeshand prepares architects and builders to make new, creative uses of the timeless material. Validating the examples of expressive possibilities, this preciousstudy can be aninspiration for students and professionals alike who are interested increating sustainable spaces by using visual and cultural components. 2025-05-08T07:44:32Z 2025-05-08T07:44:32Z 2023-12 Article 2224-2007 http://dspace.mist.ac.bd:8080/xmlui/handle/123456789/890 en application/pdf Research and Development Wing, MIST
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title_short Terracotta in Architecture: Overview on Historical and Contemporary Practice in Bangladesh
title_sort terracotta in architecture overview on historical and contemporary practice in bangladesh
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