Coachella emerged from the visions of Paul Tollett and Rick Van Santen. These co-founders of Goldenvoice, a well-known concert promotion company based in Southern California, sought to recreate an experience…
Studio Ghibli, founded in 1985 by Hayao Miyazaki, Isao Takahata and Toshio Suzuki (Miyazaki and Takahata are primarily directors and writers, while Suzuki acts as a producer). Films by Studio…
To be multifunctional is to serve a range of purposes facilitated by a single space. The potential this sole space offers determines the level of integration possible across functions, user…
In a world of constant noise and clutter, it’s vital to reflect on silence. How do designs foster calm or rekindle neglected passions? What constitutes silence, and how does it…
“My passion for handicrafts, the need for modular furniture in urban spaces and love for solid wood are the inspiration behind Furnicheer” – Subhangi Vaidyanathan. A sense of charm and…
What if one’s surroundings could be reshaped in the blink of an eye? Colour combinations decided, technical details taken care of, and conceptual iterations finalised in a render. While all…
‘A passage between Realms’ “Originating from the Japanese turii, meaning gateway leading to heaven. Its Sanskrit synonym for a door is Dwara, from the word Dwi, meaning ‘two’. This refers…
What compels a user or designer to traverse a space? Spaces one inhabits or passes by become all the more interesting when a narrative is followed, thereby lending them meaning,…
“May the odds be ever in your favour” A line voiced out at every instant before the Hunger Games and peak moments of battle, dripping in feigned optimism of the…
Films have long been a form of entertainment for nearly 150 years. It is a human tendency to document or make one’s mark in the world; present in various forms,…
Multifunctionality in architecture means incorporating a range of functions and user groups, either at the same time or at different times. Multifunctional spaces should encourage more optional activities, which enhance…
Many consider the idea of Lunar and Mars Habitats speculative; they represent rigorous, conceptual programs that focus on living and working in space. In addition to space exploration, these habitats…