A striking example of ‘Heritage holds Stories’, Ranchi’s Audrey (RMC, 2023) house is a cultural haven and carries an architectural legacy. Built in the year 1855-56 by Captain Hannyington; the…
The city of waterfalls, Ranchi has always been defined by its soothing zephyr, sweeping canopies, and a striking red soil which carries the fragrance of its rich cultural identity. The…
When a city earns UNESCO World Heritage status, it is celebrated as a global triumph. Jaipur’s Old City—with its distinctive grid-based planning, havelis adorned with intricate jali work, and narrow…
The Silent Funeral of Architecture Architecture often appears immortal. Stone survives centuries, timber can be restored and monuments continue to stand long after their makers have disappeared. Yet beneath every…
While architecture is designed for the function of the present, it is remembered through the remains by the descendants. Countless civilisations have risen, flourished and disappeared in the very land…
Cities change. They grow, evolve, and adapt, but more often than not, that change comes at a cost. The wave of urban redevelopment tends to bulldoze over the cultural heritage…
Adaptive reuse is in, and new builds are out. If only it were that simple. To some people, having existing constraints of an old building may seem difficult or boring.…
In a world constantly striving for progress, it’s easy to overlook the whispers of the past. Yet, among all the towering skyscrapers and busy streets, heritage buildings stand as silent…
As cities expand and older structures lose their original function, the question of what happens to existing buildings becomes harder to ignore. Demolition is often treated as the practical answer,…
Following a four-year restoration, Casa Batlló, one of the most extraordinary spaces, has opened its third floor to the public for the first time. This is the last original residence…
The stepwells of Telangana are located within the Deccan Plateau. In a region where surface water evaporates rapidly under the scorching heat. They were constructed during the Kakatiya, Qutb Shahi,…
In a man-dominated world, women had to fight for their freedom, identity, and equality. Most professions have invisible barriers for women, but architecture is considered one of the toughest fields…