Question 1

What is Indo-British architecture style?

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A hybrid style blending Indian and British architectural elements, often incorporating features like chattris, jalis, and colonial-era planning, reflecting the historical interactions between India and the British Empire.

Question 2

Where is Indo-British architecture style architecture found?

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Indo-British architecture style architecture is primarily found in India, United Kingdom, Various regions across India under British rule. There are 2 heritage sites documented with this architectural style.

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When was Indo-British architecture style architecture used?

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Indo-British architecture style architecture was used during 19th-20th century CE. It is associated with the British Raj dynasty/period.

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What materials are used in Indo-British architecture style architecture?

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Indo-British architecture style architecture typically uses Brick, Stone, Concrete, Lime mortar. These materials are characteristic of this architectural style and reflect the construction techniques of the period.

Question 5

Which heritage sites use Indo-British architecture style architecture?

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There are 2 heritage sites documented with Indo-British architecture style architecture.  You can explore these sites on the Inheritage Foundation website.

Title	Indo-British architecture style 4.5/5(Based on 2 heritage sites) Rare 4.5/5(Based on 2 heritage sites)
Description	A hybrid style blending Indian and British architectural elements, often incorporating features like chattris, jalis, and colonial-era planning, reflecting the historical interactions between India and the British Empire.
Also Known As	Nagara architecture style Maru-Gurjara architecture style Gujarati Haveli architecture style Nagara Temple Architecture Gujarati Haveli Craft Traditional Stone Masonry Timber Frame Construction Interfaith Visitor Centre Diaspora Iconic Architecture Sustainable Heritage Design Hybrid North Indian Temple Architecture with Community Centre North Indian Temple Architecture Industrial Adaptive Reuse Community Cultural Complex Hybrid Structural Retrofit Gujarati-Rajasthani Decorative Arts Urban Hindu Civic Centre
Tags	Colonial Hybrid British Raj India Colonial architecture British Raj architecture Hybrid architecture
Style ID	`INHF-STY-6196801382-16:38:54:13:08:23:IBAS`
URI	https://www.inheritage.foundation/aat/styles/indo-british-architecture-style
API Endpoint	`https://inheritage.foundation/api/v1/aat/indo-british-architecture-style`
Total Sites	2
Primary Sites	0
Created	November 19, 2025
Last Updated	November 29, 2025

Primary Materials	Brick Stone Concrete Lime mortar
Architectural Features	Arches Domes Chattris Jalis Verandas Verandahs Balconies Indian motifs

Site Name	Status	Confidence
BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir London	Secondary	100%
Shree Hindu Temple & Community Centre Leicester	Secondary	100%

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