Developed in the mid-20th century as a reaction to the functionalist approaches that dominated design, structuralism in architecture introduced a paradigm shift that focused on the underlying systems, patterns, and…
Architecture is more than making buildings; it has roles in human behavior and how society is shaped. Between society and architecture there is an intricate dynamic, symbiotic relationship that influences…
The profession of architecture dates back to ancient times, with a profound impact on civilizations’ built environment worldwide. The evolution of the practice has been relatively slow; In contrast, technologies…
Is space a machine for living in? As famously said by Le Corbusier, ‘a house is a machine for living in’ in the early 90s. Now-a-day space is equipped with…
Architecture design studios act as the first chapter of a story to rewrite the past and envision a new future. This is because architecture school has the opportunity to foster…
Introduction – The Midnight Charette is a podcast series curated by the Second Studio. In this podcast series, co-founders of FAME Architecture and Design architects David Bruce Lee and Marina…
Introduction In the ever-evolving realm of architecture, the symbiotic relationship between technology and creativity has birthed a new era marked by cutting-edge innovation. Among the myriad of advancements, Artificial Intelligence…
“ The mother art is architecture. Without architecture of our own, we have no soul of our civilization ” – once quoted by Frank Lloyd Wright. Can you imagine a…
Before What architecture was, was never a one-word answer for Amrita. Before studying architecture, buildings were concrete and bricks, markets were narrow and materialistic, and community spaces were huge and…
The notion of architecture is bound with buildings often with a clear purpose, most of the time driven by people and function, in a sense it is like a machine…
Community-centered design or participatory design is an approach in the design process that prioritizes the active involvement and engagement of the community. It includes them in the design and planning…
To design means usually to solve a problem. A problem could be to improve the aesthetics of a kitchen that meets a person’s wants or wish list. Designing might also…