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Vallabh Bhawan: The State Secretariat of Madhya Pradesh

Vallabh Bhawan is the State Secretariat of Madhya Pradesh, located atop the Arera Hill in Bhopal. The building is designed by CP Kukreja Architects (CPKA) and was commissioned by the Environmental Planning & Coordination Organisation (EPCO) in 2012.
The building is inspired by the modern interpretation of the turrets, horizontal bands and stepped forms in the architecture around it. The concave, U-shaped form of the structure not only creates an inviting entrance but also forms a seamless loop between the three primary buildings. Traditional architectural elements like chhatris, jaalis and colonnades have been given a contemporary flavour by using restraint and keeping the forms simple, so that the basic form may express itself. The eye-catching sweeping forms of the turrets are not easy to miss. In addition to this, modern elements such as fins, pergolas and solar panels keep the structure protected from harsh sunlight.
Vallabh Bhawan: The State Secretariat of Madhya Pradesh
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Vallabh Bhawan: The State Secretariat of Madhya Pradesh

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