An ideal material would be one that could be borrowed from the environment and replaced after use. It would be cheap and would perform well both thermally and acoustically. One…
Architecture of Theatre – Objects are often never perceived in relation to themselves. Its appearance depends on the perceiver as well as its physical attributes. For example, a room might…
Design thinking in the field of architecture has witnessed several changes due to climate change as well as its relation to energy consumption. Several measures have been taken to combat…
Earth architecture draws attention to a variety of innovative projects and employs unique forms through construction. The techniques used to build with earth are ancient and have made an impact…
Mankind has been tied with earth since time immemorial. From its appearance in ancient archaeological sites to contemporary residences in the 21st century, it is one of the most abundant…
Biomimicry offers an understanding of how life works and where one finds its place in it. It is an empathetic approach that has begun gaining momentum in several fields of…
Nature is facing the brunt of human actions. The consequences of said actions have given rise to problems that affect the world of design either directly or indirectly. Climate change…
Biomimicry is expanding vastly and establishing itself in different fields. In architecture, it is used as an applied science that not only draws inspiration for aesthetic components but also makes…
You are five days away from your deadlines or submissions. You believe that if you pull back to back all-nighters, you can conquer your design problems and get away from…
Imagine this, you have submissions or deadlines in the upcoming days. You bring yourself out of your “I can do it tomorrow” phase. You clean up, organize your workspace, and…
Over the years biomimicry has established itself in different fields of design. From product designs to built environments, biomimicry has allowed designers to adopt as well as to adapt the…
The Mashriq al-adhkār, commonly known as the Lotus Temple, is an iconic symbol of modern Indian architecture. Located in the capital of India, the structure was designed as a Bahá’í House of…