In South India, architecture is less concerned with visual expression, but more connected to the response of heat, rainfall, people, and everyday life patterns. Factors like heat, humidity, heavy monsoon…
Rethinking Architecture in Terms of Economics Sustainable architecture is often discussed as a moral responsibility – something architects should pursue in order to protect the environment and reduce the built…
The Indian landscape of Architecture has historically evolved through climate-sensitive planning, local materials, cultural practices, and regional craftsmanship. From courtyard houses and temple complexes to stepwells and street-oriented settlements, architecture…
In recent years, architecture and design have been undergoing quiet but significant changes. In 2026, these shifts are expected to become more visible, influencing how architects and designers think, work,…
In many cities today, heat is no longer limited to summer afternoons. It lingers on pavements after sunset, radiates from building walls, and settles into streets that feel warmer than…
Vernacular Architecture Vernacular Architecture is a type of architecture that is indigenous to the climate, culture, and available resources and has evolved over generations. It is characterized by its reliance…
A Review: Glimpse of Indian Traditional Houses The book “Glimpse of Indian Traditional Houses” by Anup Kumar Prasad, Ajay Chourasia, and Surender Kumar Negi seeks to provide the readers with…
Jameel Arts Centre (fig.1), a signifying case study for minimal yet out-of-the-ordinary design in the UAE, caters to cultural art with a natural connection. The building is designed by UK-based…
Aerodynamics as a design philosophyIn rapidly expanding cities, buildings are no longer static objects placed on land. They stand within invisible forces such as wind, pressure, heat and movement that…
Hot to Cold: An Odyssey of Architectural Adaptation is more than a monograph; it is a vivid exploration of how architecture evolves in response to climate, culture, and human necessity.…
A House Delivered Like a Package In many towns and cities around the globe, housing is literally packed, sent to the destination, and put together just like a parcel. Within…
Earth has been undergoing continuous changes through natural cycles of warming and cooling. Of the total annual carbon emissions, the building and construction industry is single-handedly responsible for about 37%…