Urbanization worldwide is increasingly faced with environmental crises, water-related crises like flooding, water shortage, and ecosystem deterioration. Blue-Green Infrastructure (BGI), especially in the guise of water-sensitive urban design (WSUD), is…
Arkhitekton words come from Greek arkhi, defined as a “master,” and tekton refers to “builder,” the one who practices designing. Earlier, people were also used to be called maison builder,…
Architecture has always borne stories—not through words, but through deeds. Every material, layout, and spatial choice basically stemmed from a need: need for water, safety, performance, rest. It is in…
Funerary architecture came into the frame when different cultures started believing in the life after death, which is the governing idea of the religion of the Egyptians (Basis of Hope),…
“If there is one place on the face of Earth where all the dreams of living men have found a home from the very earliest days when man began the…
India, being a tropical country, experiences harsh summers. This being an important aspect at times, leads to designing homes that beat the Indian heat. Architects today are seeking summer ventilation…
In the bustling city of Mumbai, tucked away within the walls of an old Art Deco building, lies a culinary haven that has undergone a magnificent transformation. Bombay Brasserie, a…
Situated in the historic town of Mandu, Madhya Pradesh, the Jahaz Mahal—commonly referred to as the Ship Palace—presents a compelling example of early Indian architecture that intertwines aesthetic sensibility with…
Campa Baodi, a historic stepwell in Indore, is a fine example of Indian traditional water conservation methods. Although less popular compared to other step wells, it is of tremendous historical…
We cannot imagine the world without water. And still, we do not take any steps to preserve it, ensuring its quality. Water conservation has been an essential aspect of survival…
After the overwhelming success of its flagship store in Gurugram, Essentia Home has made a striking debut in the capital with its second store on MG Road in the Delhi…
At RTF, our Design Dialogues series is dedicated to highlighting the innovative minds shaping contemporary architecture and design. Through in-depth conversations, we uncover the philosophies, inspirations, and creative processes of designers who are…