The ancient city of Ujjain is situated along the banks of the Kshipra River in the state of Madhya Pradesh. The city has witnessed 5000 years of rich Indian history.…
Gadis Kretek, or internationally known as Cigarette Girl is a famous shows adapted from an Indonesian novel about rivalries between cigarettes brands. It is a story about a girl named…
Heritage conservation refers to actions or processes aimed at preserving the distinguishing characteristics of a cultural resource in order to preserve its heritage value and extend its physical life. Heritage…
One could be easily awed by the Galle Fort for its European-like streetscape, colonial period architecture, the breathtaking view of the sea from the ramparts, UNESCO world heritage monumental value…
Pune, Maharashtra’s Trishund Ganpati temple is a revered location that pays homage to centuries of custom and unshakable dedication. The inquisitive and the devout are drawn to this sacred site…
The Petra Royal Tombs is a series of architectural wonders from Petra, an ancient city in southern Jordan. The city of Petra itself is a marvel with its treasury and…
Standing testimony to the past yet bearing a bright future, ‘Mukwa Waakaa’igan’ – indigenous centre of cultural excellence is a new beginning for Algoma University in Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario.…
It gets easier to explore vernacular and traditional practices when supported by a huge community of practitioners or in large-scale established organizations. But to dare explore it independently in your…
At first glance, architecture may appear as a silent and rigid element. However, this initial perception belies that architecture is a dynamic language that waves the different experiences of users…
Before What architecture was, was never a one-word answer for Amrita. Before studying architecture, buildings were concrete and bricks, markets were narrow and materialistic, and community spaces were huge and…
Architecture has the power to express and reinforce cultural identity through its aesthetics, functionality, and connection to local traditions. It serves as a tangible representation of a community’s values, history,…
“Paradoxically, minimalism is the maximum use of space” – Mokokoma Mokhonoana. Minimal architecture is often misused and exploited by designers due to the unawareness of the trend. India is rich…