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…
When India was colonised by the British, the country did not just see an invasion of her land but a change in the way she looked. The British not only…
Women have been a part of India’s architectural landscape since the pre-independence era. Originating as an act of resistance against British India, where women took to the streets following the…
Photographs as Visual Records The experiments with photography as a field and its equipment began in the 17th century, with several painters attempting to reproduce their paintings into reality. The…
India’s architectural story is a story of evolution beginning from the early civilisations, through the British period, until today’s contemporary styles. Each period’s architecture is characterized by its own narrative…
In today’s era of globalization, the field of architecture faces a unique challenge: striking a delicate balance between global relevance and the preservation of local cultural identity. As societies become…
Remember that twinkle-eyed, excited, and curious kid, ready to devour every ounce of knowledge? Well, look where that got you. Five years of architecture school and you’ve become someone you…
Tharangambadi, also known as Tranquebar, is a small coastal town in the Nagapattinam district of Tamil Nadu, India. It is a town that bears witness to the legacy of Danish…
In the past fifty years, India has experienced a significant transformation in its built environment due to rapid urbanisation and globalisation, and the country is experiencing rapid economic growth. This…
As I started studying Raj Rewal’s working drawings of dwellings while working for him in his Sheikh Sarai office in Delhi, I got to know Satish Gujral, who had been…
Delhi is the capital of one of the most secular nations in the world. It has been the centre of art, culture, architecture, and design before India’s Independence. Development and…
Design Education – Objectivity is the prime hypothesis of design. Any design is subjected to multiple architectural perceptions of various disciples, making it subjective. However, an ideal design should be…