The Origins of Hygge Hygge (pronounced as hoo-gah) is a Danish concept that has its roots in the old Norwegian language, where it “means wellbeing”. It is a term that…
This article aims to provide an overview of the German Design Council (Rat für Formgebung), which was established in 1951 to ensure standardisation of the form of German design products,…
The advancement of gender equality in South Asia requires an understanding that urban planning is more than just structural and spatial design; it is a powerful tool influencing access, inclusion,…
The Chilean architecture firm Elemental under Alejandro Aravena explored the concept of partially completed housing, often called the half-house approach. The project Quinta Monroy was one of the first architect-driven…
Model villages began to emerge in the 18th century as self-contained communities, often housing workers for local factories. Due to the rapid urbanisation caused by the British Industrial Revolution, there…
Social Architecture can be classified as projects that benefit society. The impact can be directly attributed to the project’s design, for example, the inclusion of green areas in urban projects,…
As climate change continues to affect cities, those in seismically active areas like San Francisco face the additional challenge of addressing seismic risks. San Francisco is located in a region…
“We shape our buildings; thereafter they shape us.” This quote by Winston Churchill encapsulates the impact that architecture has on people’s lives. Social architecture is a tool that can be…
Introduction to Climate Resilience Human activities have driven rapid climate change over the last century, resulting in noticeable environmental shifts. Despite efforts to limit global warming, society is already facing…
Global warming is one of the most pressing challenges humanity faces, testing the resilience of cities and buildings in the face of extreme climate changes. Our built environment accounts for…
Have you ever found yourself lost in a building, confused on how to figure your way out? This sense of disorientation is linked to an idea known as cognitive mapping.…
Internships and work experience are important in bridging the gaps between theory and practice in the fast-changing professional landscape. Especially in those fields that demand a continuous interplay of creativity…