Above Conventional Conventional is boring. One needs to go out of the line to explore more, or even to tell people that there is something else on the other side.…
The Chilean architecture firm Elemental under Alejandro Aravena explored the concept of partially completed housing, often called the half-house approach. The project Quinta Monroy was one of the first architect-driven…
Social Architecture can be classified as projects that benefit society. The impact can be directly attributed to the project’s design, for example, the inclusion of green areas in urban projects,…
Sustainable building has become a revolutionary strategy in the built environment as resource depletion and climate change become urgent worldwide challenges. This paradigm shift aims to improve energy efficiency, save…
Mahatma Gandhi Hall, earlier known as Town Hall, is a historical structure in Indore, India, which stands as a testimony to the architectural and cultural heritage of the colonial period.…
Travelling the world like a traveler differs a lot from travelling the world like a Tourist. A traveler enjoys the story of the Place, the tourist travels the world to…
“We shape our buildings; thereafter they shape us.” This quote by Winston Churchill encapsulates the impact that architecture has on people’s lives. Social architecture is a tool that can be…
Taking a 40-minute drive east of Montpellier in South of France lies a world-class resort town nestled along the Mediterranean Sea called La Grande Motte (The Big Mound) which is…
Tatiana Bilbao’s foray into sustainable design, social housing, and, by association, an eponymous studio occurred after she worked as an advisor for urban projects at the Ministry of Urban Development…
Cave architecture, where structures are carved directly into solid rock, is a fascinating window into the past. These historic architectural marvels showcase ancient civilizations’ ingenuity, craftsmanship, and spiritual legacy. And…
The beauty in blue Nestled along the streets of Mumbai, stands a beautiful blue bungalow in all its glory. It sits right across Perry Road, in the queen of suburbs,…
Global warming is one of the most pressing challenges humanity faces, testing the resilience of cities and buildings in the face of extreme climate changes. Our built environment accounts for…