Architectural Works and Copyright Protection in Building Design

Learn about copyright protection for architectural works through this 36-minute lecture that examines the landmark case Raj Rewal v. Union of India (2019:DHC:2884). Explore how copyright law applies to buildings and architectural designs, understanding that while copyright protection exists for architectural structures, the scope of this protection has specific limitations. Discover how architectural works are classified under artistic works in copyright law and gain clarity on the extent to which copyright protection extends beyond the basic design of a building. Analyze the legal principles that determine what aspects of architectural creations receive copyright protection and what falls outside this scope.