The facade of the building is an element that, more than the interior, is responsible for its aesthetic appearance. However, what is most fascinating is the innovation of design solutions.…
Mostly when people think of UAE, they think about Dubai and its ever-evolving skyline. They think of the futuristic infrastructure, the charming lifestyle that the residents must have and it’s…
The early 1950s marked the beginning of the post-war era. The aftermath of the lethal war was characterized by substantial casualties, dwindling economies, and the mass destruction of cities. The…
Windows from the beginning of time have been used as a strong architectural element connecting the inner world to the exterior. It is that one element that provides visual aid…
With their dynamic queens and influential kings, their world-class army and navy, their massive temples and cities of beauty incomparable, and a legacy that continues to last, the Cholas hold…
Chinese architecture can be broadly distinguished into two parts: Traditional and modern. While ancient traditional Chinese architecture has a distinct style and defining characteristics, modern Chinese architecture is still finding…
What came along with the 600-year rule of the Ottoman empire is its architecture. Ottoman architecture has been heavily influenced by two major sources. The first is the Seljuk architecture…
Architecture is an ever-changing and incremental artform. The transition from the primitive stone construction prevailing in the Neolithic Age to the 3d printed stanchions was a gradual, yet significant one.…
Credit to its unique geographical position; straddled between South-eastern Europe and western Asia, picturesque Turkey has always been perceived as a bridge or a barrier between these two continents throughout…
Origami is a concoction of two words ‘Ori’ meaning ‘Folding’ and Gami meaning ‘Paper’ is a traditional Japanese art practiced since the early 16th Century (Wikipedia, n.d.). The dynamic folding…
The Sudano-Sahel region is a belt that stretches from the western coast to the eastern coast of Africa, with the Sahara to the north and the tropical deciduous forests to…
The Vienna Secession movement that sprung in the late 1890s was a pivotal moment in the history of art, architecture, graphic design, and other allied fine arts. Up to this…