The work of British architect Tim Greatrex, who emphasizes creative design, sustainability, and functionality, frequently reflects the ideals of modern architecture. Although there isn’t much formal documentation that outlines his…
Among the UAE’s diverse architectural marvels, the Yas Viceroy Hotel is one of Abu Dhabi’s iconic and notable structures. Renowned for its futuristic design, the hotel excels in its design…
SOM (Skidmore, Owings & Merill) is an American architecture studio that originated in Chicago. In 1936 Louis Skidnare and Nathaniel A. Owing joined forces, and later John Merill integrated into…
Creation Is An Intellectual Property Intellectual property has the shelf life of a banana according to Bill Gates. IP should be protected and respected to maintain an ethical practice within…
One of the most ambitious undertakings in artistic history, is Vladimir Tatlin’s Monument to the Third International, commonly known as “Tatlin’s Tower.” Despite never being built in reality it symbolises…
Hyperbuilding Hyperbuilding was devised specifically to justify the demanding issues humans face in a country’s developmental stages. The design intrigues many because of the deconstructivism it showcases but this theoretical project…
Marion Mahony Griffin is often relegated to the footnotes of architectural history, remembered primarily as the associate of Frank Lloyd Wright. While her contributions to Wright’s Prairie School are undeniable,…
Never Replicated “No one giant does it. It is a lot of little steps”, quoted by Peter A. Cohen. Dubai Burj, the previous name of Burj Khalifa known by very…
Space Habitats: Envisioning Life Beyond Earth Space habitats—often referred to as space colonies, orbital cities, or space settlements—represent a vision for permanent living environments in space. While we have yet…
Lina Bo Bardi (1914–1992) was an Italian-born Brazilian architect who created this harmonious integration of modernist architecture and premodern folk art. Her works span a few decades and cutting across…
The Al Bahr Towers in Abu Dhabi is nothing less than a technological wonder in the architectural world. With distinct advanced features and innovations revolutionising this field, the adaptive and…
When exploring architectural designs, various elements come into play—symmetry, unity, harmony, lines, and planes, to name a few. Buildings are crafted with principles that consider comfort, safety, and environmental responsibility.…