One of the first novels which talked about space travel was ‘From the Earth to the Moon’ by Jules Verne, written in 1865. Columbiad, the vehicle used to travel to…
There is nothing about Mumbai that hasn’t already been said. Often referred to as the Mayanagri, or the city of dreamers, the hustle in this city never stops! From sitting…
‘Climate Change’, a word that strikes immediate anxiety and feelings of uneasiness in most of us who follow the news, and rightly so. It is a defining issue of our…
Nature is facing the brunt of human actions. The consequences of said actions have given rise to problems that affect the world of design either directly or indirectly. Climate change…
One often relates CULTURE to the lived rehearses like food, language, dress, and customs. Architecture is often thought to be a piece of culture; although it is a necessary piece…
History of Art in India can be interestingly understood by the 4 Art Movements explained here. From the prehistoric settlements of Bhimbetka to the various forms of contemporary art today,…
The evolution of housing in India has gone through immense transformations over the years, owing to its vast history and diverse geographical, social, and cultural settings. They give an insight…
An excellent olio of an art museum and a community center, with a unique internal organization, is the 21st Century Museum of Contemporary Art. Settled in downtown Kanazawa, Ishikawa, Japan,…
Slum architecture is determined on the basis of area usage and at the same time being accessible for people living in the location. Slums don’t have any style motives but…
How do we distinguish between what is ahead and what is behind? Layman: “Err, we shade?” Architects: “Buddy, use different line weights.” So, how do we choose what colors look…
Imagine using something for a very different purpose other than what it was originally intended for. Lately, there has been a growing discussion around the concept of repurposing and designers…
While we are at it the year 2020 has been one rollercoaster ride. The global pandemic, cyclones, earthquakes, forest fires, and wars amongst many other unfortunate events have left us…