CONTENTS ACKNOWLEDGEMENT PROPOSAL Introduction Need for study Aim of study Objectives Research Questions Scope and Limitations Research Methodology CHAPTER 1 VERNACULAR ARCHITECTURE AS AN ONGOING PHENOMENON 1.1. What is Vernacular Architecture? 1.2. Vernacular as an Expression of Place and People 1.3. Vernacular and its Evolution over Time 1.4 Vernacular Architecture as a reference for contemporary design 1.4.1. Reinterpretation of Traditional Architecture a) Linear Extension or Literal Transfer b) Transformation or Abstraction c) Transfiguration CHAPTER 2 CONTEXT AND ARCHITECTURAL SYNTAX 2.1. Rajasthan and its Vernacular Built-form 2.2. Jaipur: Location, City Planning and its Components 2.3. Traditional Architectural Typologies of Jaipur 2.3.1. Spatial Attributes 2.3.2. Environmental Response 2.3.3. Material and Construction Systems 2.3.4. Religious and Socio-cultural Implications CHAPTER 3 CASE STUDIES AND ANALYSIS Criteria for Selection and Framework of Analysis 3.1. Case I: Pearl Academy of Fashion, Ar. Manit Rastogi 3.2. Case II: Indian Institute of Health Management Research, Ar. Ashok Lall. 3.3. Case III: Jawaharlal Kala Kendra, Ar. Charles Correa. FRAMEWORK FOR CASE STUDY A. The Project: Inspiration from the Local Traditional B. The Building: Design and Architectural Syntax C. Reference to the Traditional Principles Interpretation and Application through: a) Space Making and Aesthetics b) Environmental Management c) Constructional Principles CHAPTER 4 COMPARISONS, INFERENCES AND CONCLUSIONS GLOSSARY ILLUSTRATION CREDITS SELECTED BIBLIOGRAPHY