Cafés are essentially third spaces that offer more than just coffee. Historically, they have had cultural, intellectual and social implications in the spatial domain. From coffeehouses to Bohemian cafés, they…
Omkareshwar Temple in Madhya Pradesh is dedicated to Lord Shiva and is one of the twelve Jyotirlingas. Oops! The temple is situated on an island, Mandhata, remarkably shaped like the holy Hindu…
The so-called ‘Sustainability’ proposals in the built environment are not ‘sustainable’ if they don’t listen to the voices of those who inhabit them. The voices of citizens, travelers, users, viewers,…
The tendency of contemporary architects to go beyond the traditional physical space and objects and to relate to other scales of time is not new. It is, therefore, not surprising…
Christopher Charles Benninger (1942-2024), was an Architect, Planner and Academic par excellence. He was born in Ohio, USA to academic parents. When he was a young child, he lay his…
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…
In order to preserve our planet and protect its resources, sustainability is critical, especially for designers. Sustainability refers to a practice of using resources in a way that would continually…
Humanitarian architecture is a transformative approach to design and construction, prioritizing the needs of marginalized, displaced, and disaster-stricken communities. By blending architecture with social responsibility, it has the potential to…
Maximalism is considered a style for spectacle, a fashionable trend for eclectic individuals, those with extravagant personalities, and a slight tendency towards self-absorption and even narcissism. It is understandable to…
This article endeavours to highlight the role of social media in architecture, thus the aims of this article pertain to acknowledging aesthetics and the ‘Socio Digital’ aspects of architecture. Defining…
Agrasen Ki Baoli, also known as Ugrasen Ki Baoli, is a captivating historical stepwell located in New Delhi, near Connaught Place. Traditionally attributed to Maharaja Agrasen, this architectural marvel is…
Architecture has evolved throughout the years in different media and scales, but the notion of architecture for the users (people, animals, automobiles at times) has not changed. It has always…