Bahrain is a place where the past and the future exist side by side. Walking through Manama, you can see towering skyscrapers standing next to traditional wind-tower houses. The country…
The Brigade Gateway, an interspersed and a self-sufficient urban neighborhood spreads across the area of 1,60,000 square metres in the heart of Bangalore. This mixed-use development project consists of dedicated…
Human civilization is a story of constant change. From a phase of hunting and gathering, settled down and farming; from farming evolved complex villages where multiple trades were carried out;…
Gentrification could have been a seemingly positive word in the gamut of urban development, yet worldwide it has gained a negative connotation. By definition, gentrification is a process by which…
Urbanization is an ever-growing force shaping cities across the globe, as more and more people shift to urban centers in search of better living conditions, work opportunities, and modern amenities.…
Zoning is the primary factor that determines land use in the urban context. It defines the typology and form of a built structure which in turn impacts human activity. In…
Urban areas often see high crime rates, but urban voids, which are abandoned and underutilized spaces or even vacant properties, have been associated with an increase in the level of…
Architecture as an art has not only been limited to the aspects of utility and beauty for generations. It is a tool that is used by societies, leaders, and regimes…
Over 140 crores of private cars are running on the streets presently, majorly contributing to air pollution and the emission of greenhouse gases. Moreover, traffic congestion in cities costs the…
What key element can provide a voice and ensure representation in important decisions regarding architecture and construction projects? Where considerations about the environment lead to productive dialogues between various professionals…
“Architecture must be adaptable to survive. A static structure is a structure that will eventually fall out of favor.” – Bjarke Ingels Like many places worldwide, American cities are grappling with…
Housing plans and urban planning play a major role in determining a country’s course for growth. India’s fast urbanization has made creative planning techniques necessary to build livable, inclusive, and…