There is another Fort Knox, the place where United States keeps its entire gold reserve. A place that is famous for two reasons - its intense security arrangements and precious contents. The reason why there can be no name that better describes Kolkata's citadel of jewellery. Fort Knox blends the aesthetics of an ornament with the security of a mint.

The building has been crafted like a jewel. The basic structure has been perceived as an uncut diamond. Then masses have been scooped from it, like a karigar does. The four golden turrets have fortified the building, and also exudes the impression of grandeur and strength of a fort. The intricate louvered frill work upon the elevation is like an ornamental decoration in a jewellery work. It also reduces the external temperature impact, thus ensuring cooler interiors. The building premises have been designed to accommodate its security framework, yet restrain it from becoming too obvious and foreboding, thus affecting the aesthetics of Fort Knox. Making Fort Knox an intelligent building, destined to shine like the jewels it is going to hold.