Kaunas, Lithuania, being a hidden gem of the 20th century underwent a drastic transformation, particularly during the interwar period from 1919 to 1939. This era broke the traditional norms and…
Heat islands refer to urban areas with higher temperatures than the surrounding regions. The question is, how are these heat islands formed? Are they a recent development, or have they…
Architecture, with its creative and scientific facets, has a large influence on how we reside, function, and communicate with the world around us. It affects the urban fabric, shapes community…
Renowned for its culinary heritage and filled with serene vistas, Dhaka is the capital of Bangladesh. The architecture of this city is mainly characterised by features of Mughal Architecture and…
Influenced by geographical conditions, human settlement has perpetually evolved over centuries and is poised to take on distinctive dimensions. It is intriguing to witness the dynamic pattern of settlements outlined…
Nairobi is the capital city of Kenya, in the African subcontinent. It’s a climatically balanced zone, because it preserves nature, amidst an urban sprawl. Nairobi is a bustling city which…
In Malaysia, more than 75% of the population lives in cities. Urbanisation is accelerating at lightning speed, turning the urban fabric of Kuala Lumpur, especially, into a unique site that…
Following along with climate change discussions, resource depletion, and urbanisation; the sustainable and green architecture concepts have been a well-discussed and applied topic over the last few years. Green architecture…
Architecture and The Working of The Human Brain Architecture has always been more than four walls and a roof. It’s never just another house or another office. For someone out…
Humans are remarkable creatures. Conflict and disagreement can be the only thing they see and eventually, with time, all is forgotten. It is something similar that can be noticed in…
Pre-colonial or traditional architecture stemmed from culture, local material, and climate conditions. The settlement patterns across all regions in pre-colonised Nigeria were fundamentally community-driven. Residential areas were organised into clusters…
Overview of Dhaka’s Tannery Industry Dhaka city has undergone many phases throughout its history to reach the present day. Among the various industries that have flourished here, the leather industry…