Published in 1997, The God of Small Things introduced the world to the distinctive literary voice of Arundhati Roy. The novel went on to win the prestigious Booker Prize, making…
From the Comfort of Airflow, Mumbai We See Manipal Leaving behind the humid and frenetic lifestyle of the city of Mumbai and walking into the quiet streets of the city…
For several centuries, the Malabar Coast has acted as a historical trade route, which has played a significant role in shaping the appearance of these ports today. The Maliyekkal House…
In South India, architecture is less concerned with visual expression, but more connected to the response of heat, rainfall, people, and everyday life patterns. Factors like heat, humidity, heavy monsoon…
Kerala Mural painting is one of the finest and most unique traditional forms of Indian Art, developed in a culturally, spiritually, and architecturally rich culture of Kerala. These paintings are…
Hampstead Heath is a not-so-hidden fairyland in the middle of London. With its charming forest paths, swimming pods, and rich heritage buildings, it is a magical spot for locals and…
Kochi carries layers of history that reveal themselves quietly through its buildings and landscapes. Among these, one structure has continued to hold a steady place in the city’s collective memory.…
Kovalam, a coastal settlement in Kerala, is often looked at through the lens of tourism and scenic beauty. Yet beneath its beach town identity lies a layered architectural fabric shaped…
Courtyards, like the heart of a home, pulsate with life and tradition, echoing the values and aspirations of civilizations through time. In the enchanting world of Indian architecture, the Tharavadu…
Indian architecture weaves space into the very essence of a structure, where the built and unbuilt interact as dynamic polarities, each enhancing the presence of the other. This intersection gives…
Kuttichira is a locality that unfolds its history in layers, often unrelated or bewildering, but always one that resonates with diversity and positive syncretism. It meets its analogue in a…
In a world where architecture is increasingly overwhelmed by the tyranny of abundance and the cult of aesthetic excess, Laurie Baker’s Houses: How to Reduce Building Costs emerges as a…