Model villages began to emerge in the 18th century as self-contained communities, often housing workers for local factories. Due to the rapid urbanisation caused by the British Industrial Revolution, there…
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.…
‘’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…
As one of the oldest professions in the world, Architecture has countless stories to tell. We are surrounded by architecture – by materials, textures, smells, form, and patterns. All these…
“We shape our buildings and afterwards our buildings shape us“ said Winston Churchill in 1945, after the bombings of the House of Commons. We carry our heritage and culture as…
Architecture is, in itself, a way of telling stories, reflection of the dreams and fears of a community as well as its identity. Whether it is a tall skyscraper or…
Architecture always reflects the time period in which it was born. It reflects technological advancements and developments, as well as the hopes and ambitions of its designers, showing us social…
In today’s world, glass is considered an ordinary material, lying around houses in different forms, ranging from glass vessels to beads. However, when glass came into being around 3500 BCE,…
The saying, “Architecture is not just about creating structures; it’s about preserving whispers of the past,” permeates history and leads us through the abandoned asylum hallways. Stories are hidden deep within…
War and architecture are two terms you might never think of connecting, but these concepts have now become intertwined. Wars have always been a cause of widespread devastation, resulting in…
Many people consider Percy Brown’s *Indian Architecture* to be a reliable and perceptive examination of India’s extensive architectural heritage. With a thorough examination of ancient buildings, medieval monuments, and the…
The Deccan: a Brief History Deccan was a significant cultural and political force in South Asian history. The regions bordered by the Vindhya ranges to the north, the Western Ghats…