Suburbanization commonly plagued cities throughout the North American continent with single-dwelling housing without acknowledging similar dire consequences (Carmona et al., 2011). Nevertheless, one Indian City called Mumbai has a strange…
Tharangambadi, also known as Tranquebar, is a small coastal town in the Nagapattinam district of Tamil Nadu, India. It is a town that bears witness to the legacy of Danish…
In the past fifty years, India has experienced a significant transformation in its built environment due to rapid urbanisation and globalisation, and the country is experiencing rapid economic growth. This…
What is a heritage walk? If you want a fun and immersive way to experience a city or town, a heritage walk is exactly what you’re looking for! Typically, a…
‘Architecture should speak of its time and place, but yearn for timelessness’ – Architect Frank Gehry. Architecture, being a reflection of cultural fabric of the societies, need to be designed…
“Slums” are the most overlooked part of urban India or any part of the world. But concerning our nation, they host most of our population yet are unanimously ignored. These…
The emerging concept of sustainable urban transformation strongly emphasises structural transition procedures that are extensive, multidimensional, and capable of extreme change. Cities are strategically significant and connected to sustainable development…
Maharashtra is a state in western India that is home to a rich and diverse architectural heritage. The state’s architectural landscape reflects its history, culture, and traditions. From ancient cave…
Abanindranath Tagore, a revolutionary artist, contributed significantly to Indian Art throughout the turmoil of history and influenced future generations (Cultural India, no date, & Nandhakumar, 2023). He led a counterculture…
Like many other professions, architecture has been considered a gentleman’s occupation throughout history. Women continue to face obstacles, whether studying Architecture or working in an office. But they have found…
Architect Antonin Raymond created the Golconde Dormitory, also known as Golconde, as a private apartment for the Sri Aurobindo Ashram in Puducherry, India. Raymond designed the building as “The First…
“Rural development” is a highly complex and sophisticated term intertwined with hope and obstacles. It is subject to as many interpretations, arguments, and studies as individuals envisioning, speaking, or using…