Exploring Cultural Identity Through Architecture: The Impact of Foreign Architects on Post-Colonial Pakistan

Abstract

Expressing cultural identity through architectural expression is a universal phenomenon, and Pakistan is a prime example of the interplay. This research provides insights into the works and strategies of foreign architects to express cultural identity in the context of Pakistan.
The architecture of Pakistan in the 20th century went through various changes, such as global influences, local developments, and economic disparity. Describing the approaches, challenges, and achievements of foreign architects in shaping Pakistani cultural identity, this study aims to unveil the tapestry of strategies in the architectural industry that have been implemented by foreign architects, especially in the formulation of Pakistan’s architectural narrative.
This study intends to develop a comprehensive matrix by delineating the approaches in which Pakistani architecture expresses its cultural identity. This matrix is an important analytical tool that provides critics and practitioners with insights into changes in the post-independence cultural identity of Pakistan. Through a systematic analysis of the numerous methodologies employed, this investigation helps to explore further the intricate connection between tradition and modernity in the Pakistani architectural practices post-independence.