Anyone who has visited Kerala, or even seen photographs of it, has surely noticed one thing. Most buildings there have roofs that slope sharply towards the ground. Similarly, those who…
I take the bus more than any other form of transport. Whether it’s a short trip or a long journey, I’m used to waiting on a platform as the city…
On the Malabar Coast is the historic city of Kozhikode, where the urban image is being heavily influenced by modern and contemporary design. Amidst these practitioners stands Raving Dots Studio,…
Mattancherry is a historic ward of Kochi, Kerala. Mattancherry is home to many sites of historical and cultural significance, including the Paradesi Synagogue, which was the centre of life in…
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…