From the golden rays of the sunlight that greet us in the morning to the serene glow of the moon at night, architecturally designed spaces have a great impact on…
Revitalizing an old structure, Hridayam embodies the name, preserving the heart and soul of the building while creating a space in the hearts of the people who use the space.…
A mural is any graphic artwork painted or applied directly to a wall, ceiling or other permanent surface. The word mural comes from the Latin “murus” which means wall. Mural…
Like other movements, Minimalism is a reaction to the manneristic styles of architecture that preceded it. Consisting of clean lines and rich functionalism, Minimalism attempts to create spaces that are…
As the synthesis of functionality and aesthetics, architecture looks to enhance all elements of a building. While wallpaper, paint finishes, floor finishes, and decorative tiles address the walls and floor,…
Close your eyes and imagine this scenario. It’s a relaxing Sunday afternoon, and you are heading to the supermarket for groceries. A sea greets you as you move through the…
“Less is more” and “Less is bore” are the two extremities of design thinking. Both brought about a wave of change in what was considered aesthetically pleasing in society and…
We build our world on architects’ ideas. Their buildings are evidence of intelligence, cultures, desires, and a combination of beauty and purpose. To know architects, we have to look inside…
The last few decades have seen a phenomenal architectural evolution with brave ventures and innovative designs. The Line in Saudi Arabia and Habitat 67 in Canada, though each is decades…
Modern architecture, as we often see it, shows images of sleek, cutting-edge office buildings with never-ending glass facades, open floor plans, and a minimalist concept. At first glance, these spaces…
Lighting and shadow feature significantly in the architectural way we tend to perceive certain spaces which evoke human emotions. They have been using light since the very early days, and…
Set Design is a critical yet underappreciated element of filmmaking. It helps the Filmmaker create spaces that are beyond our imagination. It serves as a background for storytelling, shaping the…