The architectural landmark 'Indian Institute of Management Ahmedabad' (IIM-A) features vast geometric voids in its brick facades. What was their architectural purpose?
A. To reduce the weight of concrete foundations
B. To act as structural spaces for expanding future rooms
C. To provide natural ventilation and shade against the hot Gujarat climate
D. To hold solar energy capture panels
Answer: Option C
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Louis Kahn designed giant circular and square brick window cutouts to act as natural wind tunnels and cooling shade elements suitable for Ahmedabad weather.
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