In the architectural landscape, sustainable architecture now has a new definition. Installing a few solar panels and proclaiming the building as sustainable is no longer sufficient. Evolving past this greenwashing,…
Isn’t it disheartening that these days, in the name of modernism, humans have started constructing plain, unornamented box-like buildings? On the contrary, if we go back to the Malla Era…
When Architecture is Tested Architecture is frequently viewed as a discipline of extreme precision, with each line and joint methodically designed. However, some of the world’s most renowned structures owe…
“It is both strong and tough, which is a combination not usually found in nature,” said Teng Li, the co-leader of the team at the University of Maryland, when referring…
The concept of luxury is a fascinating one. On one hand, it could mean inherent or intrinsic value, while on the other hand, it could mean the value given to…
Architecture Beyond the Moment of Completion Architecture is frequently praised upon completion. Buildings are photographed when the surfaces are pristine and the objectives are clear. However, the true test of…
Dendrochronology is a study of tree rings that helps in dating and calculating the ages and dates of historical and archeological objects. Dating is the most essential part of history…
Globally, Around 40% of all raw material equivalent with 40 billion tons annually used by the construction sector. This makes the industry becoming one of the largest natural consumers of…
Repair. A word with strong negative connotations. Because something must have been destroyed before it can be repaired, and what is even more significant is that it has been destroyed…
Temporary emergency shelters now serve as a major component of disaster recovery, with numerous regions being repeatedly affected by natural disasters. These disasters force evacuees from their homes and displace…
Barbican was built on the ruins of World War II. A city within a city, envisioned to create a new urban identity for Londoners. The Barbican today houses three tower…
For over a century, cement has led the construction industry as the foundation of modern development. However, as environmental issues grow and architects look for more sustainable options, a new…