Tag: Minette de Silva

After years of struggle Sri Lanka was embracing decolonization after gaining independence from British rule during the mid-20th century. This was reflected in many aspects of daily life and Architecture and built environment was also in a phase of reviving and rejuvenating of traditional identities. Minette De Silva was one architect who played a significant role in Sri Lankan Architecture during this period. Having studied and worked in India and London she was also a modernist at heart. This fusion led to a practice blending local materials, techniques and artisanal traditions with the principles of modernism. This article discusses five significant projects handled by Archt. Minette De Silva during this transformative period.