Mirrors as Light Amplifiers: Strategically placing mirrors across from windows can effectively amplify natural light. Mirrored surfaces reflect sunlight, bouncing it around the room and creating a visually expansive atmosphere.…
This totally electric “Net Zero” 100% affordable housing project is certified LEED Platinum and has an astounding pEUI of 6.6, more than 8x more efficient than typical similar buildings who…
Large plots are not essential for lavish homes, but a thoughtful space planning can break the limitations of small plots by making it breathable, inviting adequate natural light and ventilation.…
Located close to Gandhinagar city within Gujarat, Aalloa Hills offers a serene retreat closely intertwined with nature. This sustainable dwelling, designed to achieve net-zero energy consumption, stands out amidst the…
Introduction: The transformation of human habitat in modern times is crucial for creating a healthy environment for people by finding new solutions and approaches. So, the movement to reform human…
“Paradoxically, minimalism is the maximum use of space” – Mokokoma Mokhonoana. Minimal architecture is often misused and exploited by designers due to the unawareness of the trend. India is rich…
The evolution of housing structures and their impact on modern life has spread over the centuries, reflecting changing lifestyles, times and cultural norms. Today’s homes are very different from those…
With a strong emphasis on cross-border thinking in the design field, More Design Office (MDO) founders, Ms. Jaycee and Mr. Justin, who assume intertwined roles as architects and investors, are…
Introduction: The vernacular building is an inherent way to express cultural identity, reflecting neighboring cultures, practices, and apparel usage. It is the sum of years of experience and skill in…
A Fusion of Theater and Bar Space Situated on the fourth floor of Shanghai Great World (Dashijie), this space, once a vacant waiting area, is now undergoing a transformative collaboration…
Ascending with the natural rock formations this heavy mass attempts to exemplify the significance of the desert landscape in comparison to human form – insignificant by terms of scale. Using…
An office and climbing gym are housed within a new-build, timber-clad composition of pavilions. The two functions are separated by a top-lit shower room, and a change of floor level.…
