| 1. Balkrishna Doshi is a prominent Indian architect recognized for his impact on Indian architecture. |
| 2. His fascination with buildings and sculptures began at his grandfather's furniture workshop when he was eight years old. |
| 3. At the age of 11, he suffered a burn injury while attempting a fire trick. |
| 4. Rather than conventional classrooms, he preferred studying in open spaces. |
| 5. In 1956, he established his architectural practice called 'VastuShilpa.' |
| 6. In 1957, he was honored with the $10,000 Graham Foundation’s International Fellowship. |
| 7. In 1980, he launched his own design studio named 'Sangath.' |
| 8. He worked with legendary architects Le Corbusier and Louis Kahn. |
| 9. He was the founding director of the School of Architecture, Ahmedabad (1962–72), and founding director of the School of Planning (1972–79). |
| 10. He founded the Centre for Environmental Planning and Technology (CEPT) as founding dean (1972–81). |
| 11. His own residence in Ahmedabad (1963) is named Kamala House after his wife. |
