Chennai’s urban environment is shaped by recurring cycles of disturbance, including monsoon flooding, cyclones, extreme heat stress, water scarcity, coastal erosion, and large-scale displacement driven by infrastructure development. These overlapping…
In Indian cities, waiting isn’t just something people do while they kill time. It’s an experience, one that’s full of life and social interactions. Railway stations, government offices, bus stops,…
Traditional architecture is the architectural style that reflects the cultural, historical, and regional identity of a certain place. It has unique features in terms of local materials, construction technology, and…
A city is a complex relationship between various human interactions, physical structures, and kinds of cultural dynamics. Transitional spaces—the semi-public and semi-private areas such as courtyards, verandahs, arcades, and colonnades—are…
“We are not wired to make decisions about barely perceptible threats that gradually accelerate over time. We’re not so different from the proverbial frog that boils to death in a…
Abhimanyu Dalal Architects, ADA, was established by Architect Abhimanyu Dalal in the year 1987. The practice is based in Delhi and is also very well known for its unique way…
The last few decades have seen a phenomenal architectural evolution with brave ventures and innovative designs. The Line in Saudi Arabia and Habitat 67 in Canada, though each is decades…
Welcome to the Future—Where Your House Might Just Save Your Life Imagine this: It’s the year 2050. You wake up, stretch, and glance out the window—except your window is now…
Repurposing existing spaces challenges architectural creativity, particularly in balancing historical preservation with the need for sustainable development. The transformation of the Instituto Familiar de la Raza Inc. in the Mission…
The Middle East, known for its harsh climate, bold architectural projects, and ambitious urban planning, is redefining the concept of cities. As rising sea levels threaten coastal regions worldwide, floating…
As climate change continues to affect cities, those in seismically active areas like San Francisco face the additional challenge of addressing seismic risks. San Francisco is located in a region…
Introduction to Climate Resilience Human activities have driven rapid climate change over the last century, resulting in noticeable environmental shifts. Despite efforts to limit global warming, society is already facing…