Grandeur, efficiency, and transparency are the first impressions at the sight of Berlin’s spectacular Central Train Station. Opened to public use in May 2006, it is Europe’s largest central train…
Introduction “Goldilocks went upstairs, where she found three beds. There was a great big bed, a middle-sized bed, and a little bed. She was feeling very tired, so she climbed…
“Architecture is the very mirror of life. You only have to cast your eyes on buildings to feel the presence of the past, the spirit of a place; they are…
Architecture is the process of planning, designing, and constructing built structures or spaces. It is a mix of aesthetics and functional aspects of a space. Before joining architecture, nobody understands…
Introduction India, a land of diverse cultures, traditions, and landscapes, has a rich architectural heritage that has evolved over millennia. One of the key elements that play a pivotal role…
The world of real estate is rapidly evolving; with the introduction of BIM, sustainability and now smart home technologies, luxury housing has taken on a new dimension altogether. Incorporating these…
Rising above the federally commissioned expansion projects during WWII, a group of Seattle-based architects formed an allegiance to shape the world of architecture with a tint of their essence into…
The Former Mayor of Bogota, Enrique Peñalosa saw the answer to the city’s high crime rate and ever-increasing traffic congestion in improving its walkability and mass transit systems. The writer…
Our surroundings define how and what we think. We always look around us for inspiration. Everything, from the larger roads and plazas to the window in an apartment overlooking the…
Throughout history, architects and reformers have wondered about the future of cities. Numerous master plans have been created for future cities to envision the same such as Palmonova, a Venetian…
“Architectural cues can provide reinforcement to the desired behaviors that we would like to see enacted in specific place types,” – environmental psychologist and interior designer Migette Kaup. Interior design…
What is transit-oriented development? In urban planning, transit-oriented development is a type of urban development that maximizes the amount of residential, business and leisure space within walking distance of public…