Movies, since forever, have always relied heavily on people’s lives for inspiration. Whether it be over the elite or the working economy, cinema and literature focus their lenses time and…
Architecture is like a time capsule in a way. It gives us a glimpse of the people who built and lived in it. It shows us how they celebrated, mourned,…
Architecture has always been more than walls and ceilings. It is the mirror we hold up to ourselves, a silent reflection of how we think, what we value, and how…
Transitional spaces, the in-between places that connect the built and the open, the sacred and the secular, and the private and the public, are essential in defining the cultural identity…
More than two thousand years have witnessed the development of temple architecture in India, which is a reflection of local materials, devotional practices, and shifting kingdoms. Each style of architecture…
Himanshu Burte’s Space for Engagement is not just a book for architects or art professionals; it is a thoughtful exploration of how public spaces, particularly those dedicated to the arts,…
Conversations around designing for the future often revolve around topics of technology, intelligent systems and innovation. They seldom incorporate human-centeredness, cultural memory, and traditional systems. The road to future innovation…
Travelling has always been a crucial aspect of any creative field. It feeds into the desire to explore, learn, and experience. This is especially applicable to the field of architecture.…
Cities exist as entities that extend far beyond their physical structures. The urban grid and concrete architecture of metropolitan spaces often hide multiple layers of subjective and collective memories, personal…
Architectural Photography shares a deep poetic bond. It can narrate the inner deep meaning that an architectural drawing cannot. It helps to immortalize not just the exterior façade of a…
Since the beginning of time, shelter has been one of mankind’s basic necessities. From a simple hut to a towering skyscraper, architecture has evolved based on multiple factors. These are…
Old ideas can sometimes utilize new buildings, but new ideas must often use old buildings, as Jane Jacobs noted in her book, “The Death and Life of Great American Cities.”…