According to the Cambridge Dictionary, “gentrification” refers to the process by which a place, especially a part of a city, transforms from a poor area into a wealthier one, typically…
Gentrification is the transformation of urban neighbourhoods through investment and redevelopment, often resulting in the displacement of lower-income residents. At the heart of this transformation is architecture. The design of…
The built environment consists of physical elements such as form, function, material, and efficiency but it also creates intangible human experiences through memory, identity, and belonging. The built environment directly…
The Kalakshetra Foundation proudly stands on Chennai’s coastlines as a testament to the country’s art and culture. A shrine to artistic endeavor, as the name implies. The institute was established…
Through the complex interface of craft, climate, and culture, this article addresses the role of sustainable architecture with a focus on cultural sustainability. The article examines how local materials and…
Architecture in Nepal speaks for itself through its unique styles, deep respect for nature, and cultural sensitivity. The diversity in geography, ethnicity, and beliefs is reflected in the built environment.…
Set amidst the lush gardens and mango orchards of Baroda, the Lakshmi Vilas Palace is one of the most impressive and historically significant royal residences of the Gaekwads, the Maratha…
Designed as a tribute to Sayagyi U Ba Khin, the first accountant general of the Union of Burma and a leading authority on Vipassana teachings. It represents the Buddhist heritage…
Marine Drive, often referred to as Queen’s Necklace, is a 3.6 km long, graceful curve of reclaimed land, where the city of Mumbai seems to pause, just for a moment.…
Historic Indian settlements are not just arrangements of buildings and streets, but multifaceted representations of invisible borders constructed through socio-cultural, religious, and political contexts. These borders—based on caste, community, ritual,…
Heritage/ Traditional Architecture Heritage architecture means old buildings or structures that are important to a country’s history or culture and need to be protected. It carries the construction techniques, lifestyles,…
Architecture communicates social narrative through different forms and spatial arrangements beyond constructing buildings around us. Each structure tells a story about the people’s values, aspirations, creations, and the ideologies behind…