Charles Rennie Mackintosh is one of the most significant and original designers of the twentieth century. He is the forerunner of the Modern Movement and Art Deco. He was both…
“The folk tradition…is the direct and unself-conscious translation into the physical form of a culture, its needs and values.” –Amos Rapoport, House Form and Culture Vernacular originates from the Latin…
Before the dawn of the 20th century, amidst the monumental forms and grand narratives of a male- dominated art-world, Camille Claudel (1864-1943) was quietly, yet powerfully, sclupturing a revolution. She…
Representation is a growing concept frequently employed in politics and popular culture. Representation refers to the act of presenting or standing for an idea or community. It involves providing a…
Charles Correa is one of the few names that come to mind when discussing an astonishing architect and urban planner in India. Born on September 1, 1930, his contribution to…
When modernism comes to mind, we often picture it with exposed concrete work, glass work, and geometric facades, but here comes something that contradicts it. Placed in the modern urban…
The glass towers in emerging megacities serve as symbols in their reflective modern cityscapes. The business districts of Jakarta and the tech corridors of Bengaluru display identical sleek façades and…
Architectural criticism has long served as a mirror and a compass for the built environment, reflecting societal values while guiding future design directions. From the eloquent prose of 19th-century commentators to…
Cultural Heritage The Surrounding Around consists of many elements and through its placement and their sense of place, it folds a beautiful story answering why, where, and how it is…
The way an artist uses a brush and a sculptor transforms a mere clay into a sculpture. An architect tries to design a space in the same way an art…
Todd Field’s 2022 film TÁR is a masterclass in cinematic storytelling, not only through its narrative and performances but also through its meticulous use of architecture and interior design. Set primarily in Berlin,…
Bahrain, an archipelago nation nestled in the Persian Gulf, boasts a rich architectural tapestry that reflects its historical significance as a trading epicenter and its contemporary goals. From ancient settlements…