Imagine feeling unwelcome in any space. Imagine having to constantly stay alert in one’s everyday negotiations for one’s safety. Imagine the chaos that erupts when one does something a little…
Architecture in cinema is often relegated to a silent backdrop, merely framing the action and mood. However, in the story of Trial by Fire, architecture emerges as a central figure…
I remember when I was a kid, listening to my mother’s childhood stories about her nana-nani ka ghar (maternal grandparents’ home), and wondering how a house could have two aangans,…
Urban Planning Approach Urban Planning plays a crucial role in reducing crime by addressing factors such as visibility, accessibility, and safety. Planning with hidden spots and reduced visibility can encourage…
Gated communities are one of the more dramatic forms of residential boundaries and have become an increasingly common feature of urban landscapes. These residential areas restrict access through physical barriers…
A city is a complex relationship between various human interactions, physical structures, and kinds of cultural dynamics. Transitional spaces—the semi-public and semi-private areas such as courtyards, verandahs, arcades, and colonnades—are…
Sunburn Festival, one of Asia’s biggest electronic dance music (EDM) festivals, has evolved into a global phenomenon, attracting music lovers from around the world. As an event of this magnitude…
The Los Angeles fire of 2025 is one of the worst in the city’s history. It raises concerns about what steps could have been taken to minimize the damage caused…
“Transit systems are not just about moving people but about improving the quality of life.” – Enrique Peñalosa. Cities are the hubs of societal activity, where people lead a fast-paced life,…
Fondly identified as a global language that is understood by all, everywhere, architecture at its core. However, beneath this glossy ideal, there is a harsh reality and if we still…
These are just empty images like “Grandmother is wandering around the house like every wall and corner remembers funny family moments but carries emptiness like drawing drawers, climbing stairs, or…
Urban areas often see high crime rates, but urban voids, which are abandoned and underutilized spaces or even vacant properties, have been associated with an increase in the level of…