Dubbed the leader of the group of neo-Marxist and neo-rationalist intellectuals in the Architectural Institute of the University of Venice, Tafuri’s analysis and texts were often described to be pessimistic.…
Mahabharata, the great Indian epic that narrates the story of struggles and war between the Pandavas and Kauravas written by Vyasa is the longest known epic poem. There have been…
Once the largest cathedral in the world, the Hagia Sophia in Istanbul, Turkey, the dynamic structure has stood for more than 1500 years along the banks of the Bosporus Strait.…
Architectural conservation is a cycle of which the material, historical, and design integrity of any heritage is drawn out through carefully arranged intercessions. It manages issues of drawing out the…
After reading ‘City Improbable’, no one can confidently say, “I know Delhi”. Khushwant Singh has put together writings by people from different eras, age groups, countries, cultures, and backgrounds to…
Professor Adam Hardy is a well-known architect and architectural historian. He is currently working as a Professor of Asian Architecture at the Welsh School of Architecture, Cardiff University. He is…
Afghanistan is a landlocked country in Asia, rich in architectural heritage and natural beauty. The architecture in Afghanistan is greatly influenced by the diverse events in Afghan history. It shows…
Cambodia’s history dating back to the 1st to the 6th century shows traces of Indian Civilisation. It is noted as the oldest regional Hindu culture, which suggests prolonged socio-economic interaction…
Architecture is not only the art of designing and construction but also a reflection of the time, society, culture, thoughts, and beliefs of and about the user. With time, it…
One of the major attractions of Europe can be pinpointed to the fairy tale experience it offers through their old town areas and its complementing scenic views. Bosnia and Herzegovina…
Heritage of Rajasthan, located in northwest India and the country’s largest state by area, is a real treasure trove of historic architectural monuments. While the architecture of Rajasthan’s heritage has…
The polygonal fort is the type of fortification that originated in the late 18th century in response to the vulnerabilities of star forts. This type of fortification saw the evolution…