Human actions have in the past caused damage to nature, and now see how nature in turn is destroying humans. We are constantly exposed to devastating news about disasters such…
Imagine a street on an ordinary Tuesday morning. People are walking to work, buses are moving through traffic, shops are opening, and children are heading to school. Nothing appears unusual.…
For much of human history, homes were also places of work. Be it artisans’ workshops, merchants’ residences, or family-run enterprises, living and working essentially coexisted within the same walls, albeit…
Cities are often defined by their infrastructure, such as their roads, buildings, parks, and planned public spaces. However, these are not the most active and vibrant parts of a city.…
Homes were spaces designed mainly for comfort and living. But these days, with many people working remotely and becoming influencers or content creators, homes are not merely a space to…
The construction sector significantly impacts global energy consumption and greenhouse gas emissions, accounting for around 40% of total energy use and 36% of CO2 emissions. With the rapid pace of…
For generations, the image of education has been four walls, a blackboard and rows of desks, as knowledge is a commodity dispensed from one individual, the teacher, to another, the…
In the twenty-first century, not only has urbanization increased rapidly, but human settlements have also been displaced by various major factors. According to the Global Humanitarian Report, millions of people…
Architecture Beyond the Moment of Completion Architecture is frequently praised upon completion. Buildings are photographed when the surfaces are pristine and the objectives are clear. However, the true test of…
The footprint of domestic life in cities throughout the globe is decreasing. Compact living has become more of an intention than a necessity, ranging from micro apartments in Tokyo to…
Why pattern language needs an update A Pattern Language by Christopher Alexander suggests that architectural quality evolves from repeating spatial connections rooted in human activity and experience (Alexander, 1977). The…
Architecture is the Real Problem! Rising sea levels, increasing global temperature, loss of biodiversity, more frequent and extreme weather events, reduced air quality, natural resource depletion, and so many more.…