Carlo Ratti Associati (CRA) has introduced an exciting new addition to Addis Ababa’s urban and cultural landscape. The Grand Fendika Cultural Center is located in the historic Kazanchis district. It…
B.V. Doshi has designed many building typologies where there is a dialogue between inside and outside spaces. L.D. The Institute of Indology is one such building built during 1952- 1962,…
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…
Materials play a fundamental role in the architecture and construction industry. They are like the skeleton to designs, making them feasible. But what if the materials we use start supporting…
In the grand theatre of architecture, where concrete ambitions and glassy aspirations soar skywards, it is often easy and dangerously tempting for the modern architect to be trapped by the…
The yearning of the African is for his identity. We say that for us to truly move forward, we need to learn the past. Some go ahead to say that…
Dearest fellow rulers, How are you doing? Today’s piece is a bit different, and yes, it will expose some of my private hobbies. I enjoy Art and all of its…
Identity is most simply known as ‘who you are’. Your name, age, ethnicity, etc. are all part of your identity – in a shallow sense. Identity refers to your unique…
Cultural heritage, recognised as a crucial storage of human history and civilisation, holds immense academic value and profound cultural significance. The protection and transmission of cultural heritage are essential for…
In the interplay of permanence and transience, architecture often stands as an unabashed expression of human desire, chiseled in stone, steel, or glass. But there is also a quieter, more…
Charles Correa is one of the few names that come to mind when discussing an astonishing architect and urban planner in India. Born on September 1, 1930, his contribution to…
In the grand narratives of architecture, one often highlights the monuments of power – religious complexes, imperial palaces, and formal institutions of elite patrons. However, in the shadows of these…