A careful blend of Moorish (Islamic) and Christian Architecture, a place for numerous divinities, and a sacred breathtaking discovery in Cordoba, Spain is the Great Mosque of Cordoba. One of…
Lucknow, also known as the ‘City of Nawabs’, is a place where every spot speaks of its glorious culture. Since the time of Awadh, Lucknow has been an important landmark.…
Urban Centers: An Enduring Legacy in Concrete and Steel Throughout the annals of time, urban centers have stood as enduring monuments to human civilization. From the lively bazaars of Marrakesh…
The word ‘augment’ means to make something great or increase its value according to its literal definition. And, augmented reality refers to integrating digital information into the real world, hence…
Introduction Greek mythology is one of the most famous mythologies in the world. The best-known stories from Greek mythology start with the renowned twelve gods and goddesses of Olympus: Zeus,…
Calligraphy is an ancient and elegant art form which holds significance in many different cultures. Arabic calligraphy or Islamic calligraphy has strong connections with the religion of Islam and can…
Is gentrification an inevitable consequence of heritage conservation? A seemingly common pattern amongst historic cities and neighbourhoods is the following of gentrification to heritage conservation initiatives. Gentrification is often not…
Decoding Architectural Stories For the longest time, humanity has been obsessed with stories. Be it the cave paintings in the ancient civilizations to sitting around a bonfire and sharing anecdotes…
The least noticeable factor of architecture is the utilitarian’s behaviour and emotion in a space. We often don’t realize the impacts our surroundings have on us. From the layout of…
Introduction: A Vision of Sustainable, Adaptable, and Narrative Architecture Architecture, the art and science of designing and constructing buildings, has evolved over millennia, reflecting the changing needs, aspirations, and cultural…
When Rabindranath Tagore spoke of the Taj Mahal, he didn’t just see a mausoleum, it was an undying love an emperor had for his wife. It is a structure that…
Nestled in the heart of the Indian subcontinent lies Bhopal, a city often defined by tragedy or admired for its serene lakes. Yet, beyond these familiar narratives lies an intriguing…