The famous Iraqi-born British architect Zaha Hadid, “queen of the curves”, is known as one of the few women who’ve had a substantial impact in the field of architecture. Known…
The architectural industry today has access to a multitude of resources. We’re more connected today than any part of history before. From students to fresh graduates to architects who have…
The architecture, engineering, and construction (AEC) industry today, as with every century, focuses on certain principles that drive design. We’ll see buzzwords often referring to the type of architecture produced…
Hydraulic tile floors are an intersection between functionality, durability and artistry; a unique design statement in a space. Hydraulic tiles, commonly known as cement tiles, are handmade decorative tiles primarily…
In the construction world, traditional techniques and materials are often considered synonymous with sustainability even though that may not always be the case. With the current movement to switch to…
Islamabad, the capital city of Pakistan is not a city known for its historical architecture. Established in the late 1960s as a planned city, it was designed to be the…
Throughout history, the subcontinent has been known for its distinct character, steeped in culture and tradition—the architectural trail left behind by our ancestors is a testament to that fact. With…
The Split Level Residence The city of Seattle is home to many different styles of frame house architecture within the domain of single-house residences, “Both one and two-story older frame…
As architects and designers, we’re taught about the importance of observation. To pay attention to the physical world we occupy and to document the details we see, as they say,…