Our societies have evolved from being solely influenced by their surrounding geographical contexts to being sensitive to global events. These have direct effects on our lifestyle, culture and aspirations and…
The twenty-first century is characterised by urbanisation, with a large number of the global population currently living in cities and the changing landscape around the world due to urbanisation. This…
Overview of Dhaka’s Tannery Industry Dhaka city has undergone many phases throughout its history to reach the present day. Among the various industries that have flourished here, the leather industry…
Witnessing the transformation from a magnificent Palace empowering the rulers of the bygone era with its grandeur to serving the quest of present-day humans has been astounding. It feels surreal…
In the current global urban landscape, heritage stands as a crucial asset for cities, offering significant social, cultural, and economic benefits. Its recognition is increasingly essential for sustainable development. Historic…
Achieving sustainability has become quite crucial in today’s world. No matter what the world is focusing on creating and living in more sustainable communities for the betterment of the current…
Hotel RAAS, Jodhpur: Preserving Heritage Through Adaptive Reuse Hotel RAAS Jaipur is a gorgeous manifestation of history and modernity, set in the central part of the ancient walled city of…
Settled in a quaint nook of Ballard Estate, Studio PKA’s ‘Tianu – The Revival Project’ is a chapter in South Bombay’s book of restoration and adaptive reuse. Their approach to…
Urban development sometimes means demolishing old buildings to make way for new ones. The HEITO 1909 project designed by ECG International Landscape Consultants, a Taiwanese landscape architecture firm, showcases that…
The unbridled spread of cities into the outskirts and countryside, commonly known as urban sprawl, has emerged as a significant and urgent concern with widespread implications. With urban populations on…
Defining Community-Led Design Community-led design is an inclusive design approach where the design development is handled in a collective, community process, instead of being headed by a single person or…
Adaptive reuse is a sustainable interior architecture strategy involving transforming old, unused, or abandoned buildings into new functional spaces. In interior architecture, adaptive reuse goes beyond just renovation; it involves…