Is architecture a male-dominated profession? Architecture and construction is one of the fastest-growing industries in the world. It involves multiple stakeholders and employs millions of people in its various fields,…
For half a century, Avante-Garde, neo-futurist architect, writer, and professor Peter Cook has played an important role in architecture globally. Peter Cook founded Archigram and was Knighted by Queen Elizabeth…
Christopher Alexander (1936–2022) was an architect, mathematician, and theorist whose profound influence extended far beyond the realms of architecture and design. Best known for his revolutionary ideas about how people…
Colin Fournier, born in Paris in 1944, was a visionary architect and urban planner who was renowned for his innovative contributions to contemporary architecture. Fournier received his education at the…
Zaha Hadid is a famous Iraqi-born British architect. Born on October 31, 1950, Zaha Hadid is known for her out-of-the-box design style, which makes her stand out. Hadid’s journey began…
Christopher Charles Benninger (1942-2024), was an Architect, Planner and Academic par excellence. He was born in Ohio, USA to academic parents. When he was a young child, he lay his…
Stefano Boeri’s Vertical Forests (Bosco Verticale) is an innovative approach to sustainable architecture and urban forestry, transforming the way cities interact with nature. Designed to integrate extensive greenery directly into…
Italo Rota, an Italian architect, designer, and artist, contributed a radical vision towards the shaping of contemporary architecture. Born in 1953, Rota devoted over fifty years to weaving history with…
A famous architect, artist, and designer, Gaetano Pesce, once said, ‘Design must tell a story’. Pesce followed his ideas. His projects aren’t just pieces of furniture; they embrace imperfection and…
With Fumi translating to writings and hiko signifying history, the name Fumihiko represents those connected to Japan’s historical legacy as custodians or contributors. For Fumihiko Maki this was a prelude…
Richard SerraI is known for his contemporary art and for his monumental works. Serra’s art depicts the exploration of materiality, space, and human interaction. His ideology and philosophy show challenging…
In the vast landscape of Indian architects and their oeuvre, few names resonate with as much impact and transformative depth as that of Sheila Sri Prakash. Recognised as the first…