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anjalendran architect of sri lanka
during the past 25 years of civil war in sri lanka anjalendran has stayed on creating architecture that has attracted interest across the entire indian subcontinent . br in anjalendran david robson explores this unique man and his uncommon vision . anjalendrans buildings have a simple directness and although totally modern in spirit they acknowledge the rich traditions of sri lanka . whether working with ample budgets or at rock bottom cost like his sos childrens village orphanages his work focuses not only on creative buildings but & 8212 a la frank lloyd wright & 8212 also their landscaping furniture and decoration . br just as interesting as the architecture is the process by which anjalendran works & 8212 from home never employing more than four student assistants with no office no secretary no car and no cell phone . he operates without a bank account and has never signed a contract with either a client or a builder . with stunning color photographs plan details and behind the scenes insights anjalendran sheds light on the works of this exceptional man .