Kibera is the largest slum in Kenya. It is also one of the largest urban slums on the African continent. Kibera is located in Nairobi, the capital of Kenya, overlaying…
Embark on a captivating architectural odyssey of Sourav Ganguly’s ancestral residence spanning over six decades. What once stood as a modest abode has now transformed into a distinctive three-story marvel,…
William McDonough: A sage in Sustainable Architecture William McDonough is more than just an architect; he is a visionary. His work in designing environmentally responsible buildings has made him a…
Storytelling: Human existence without architecture The symbiotic relationship between humans and architecture traces its roots far beyond the inception of civilization, reaching back through the annals of time to the…
The Production of Space was written by French philosopher and sociologist Henri Lefebvre in 1974. In this book, Lefebvre seeks to bridge the gap between the realms of theory and…
Introduction In the quiet corners of the world, away from the bustle of everyday life, lie architectural relics that whisper tales of a bygone era. These abandoned buildings, once vibrant…
An arid climate is characterized by having low rainfall and the climate is extreme. Rainfall in dry zones is often seasonal, but it is also quite unpredictable and with significant…
Design education is an incredibly dynamic and continuously evolving field- and, one that is significantly influenced by culture and context: Culture, in this context, refers to the shared customs, often…
A “culture of aid” is focused on easing the numerous difficulties faced by underprivileged communities around the world who live in unstable economic and environmental conditions. The fact that this…
Culture has been deeply rooted within society, since the inception of human civilization. Today’s modern society would not have existed this long if culture had not been passed and expressed through…
What is Gentrification? Gentrification is the urban transformation of a neighborhood in a short time through the influx of more affluent residents and businesses, subsequently increasing real estate values and…
Designing and planning inclusive cities have become more important after covid-19. As the world is seeing more globalization than ever before, cities must now be designed to include all kinds…