Established in the year 1935, the firm was founded by Lawrence B. Perkins and Philip Will Jr on the common grounds that design has an important role to play in…
By this time in the 21st century, we all are familiar with the concept of reducing, reuse, recycle, and repurpose. Belonging to the same genre, Upcycling Is another brilliant term,…
cul·ture | \ ˈkəl-chər \ Merriam-Webster defines culture as the customary beliefs, social forms, and material traits of a racial, religious, or social group. Whether we like it or not,…
Perhaps before beginning to debate on what ethical conclusions an interior architect should follow, it would make sense to ask, as writer and broadcaster Jonathan Meades at the Royal Academy…
Going green? No. Going greener. Today, it seems inconceivable to think of design and not thinking of sustainability. However, it is almost impossible to reach a “green” solution. Therefore, we…
The world has been changing and so have our energy consumption levels. Global warming and climate play a huge part in our lives, but people choose to ignore their repercussions…
Glass or glazed facades are one of the most recognizable and intriguing components of modern architecture. The use of glass in the exterior of a building provides more light and…
I was barely thirteen when I was wandering around the complex of beautiful earthen houses in Kandbari – without an inkling of a clue about the genius and the beauty…
Green wall, vertical garden, green facade or living wall—all of those terms refer to the wall covered with living plants that can be installed on both inside and outside walls…
Published in 1969, The Architecture of the Well-Tempered Environment challenged architects and critics alike by focusing on mechanical environmental controls as the driving force of architecture. An architectural critic and…
“You don’t know what you’ve got ‘til it’s gone” is a quote that people often use in the context of relationships. However, it also works well for humankind’s use of…
Friis and Moltke, a danish firm since 1954 is known for their innovative concepts with human-centric designs and sustainability at the core of their approach. They have been successful and…