The idea of restorative spaces originates from the discovery that buildings and architecture not only affect the physical health of humans but also greatly affect their mental and emotional well-being.…
Temporary emergency shelters now serve as a major component of disaster recovery, with numerous regions being repeatedly affected by natural disasters. These disasters force evacuees from their homes and displace…
The Indian landscape of Architecture has historically evolved through climate-sensitive planning, local materials, cultural practices, and regional craftsmanship. From courtyard houses and temple complexes to stepwells and street-oriented settlements, architecture…
In recent years, architecture and design have been undergoing quiet but significant changes. In 2026, these shifts are expected to become more visible, influencing how architects and designers think, work,…
Indian cities are repositories of diverse layers of history that have been manifested in the architecture of the past. Examples of this are the havelis, industrial sites, colonial structures, religious…
Impact of vernacular traditions, social living patterns on mass housing projects for low-income families and poor communities. This article discusses how two distinct architects – B.V.Doshi and Laurie Baker worked…
When raging waters tear through towns during flash floods, what determines survival is not just nature’s fury but how we choose to build against it. Flash floods devastate hundreds of…
The Shift in How Architects Design The field of architecture tends to keep changing continuously as much as its tools, yet there are tools that enhance efficiency, as well as…
In architecture, we define materials through their physical properties: the robustness of concrete, the tensile strength of steel, or the tangible weathering of wood. Our approach to the materials of…
Stories have been and continue to be one of the foundational means by which humans communicate and connect. From the simple modes like tales, folklore, to theatre and dramas, to…
In many cities today, heat is no longer limited to summer afternoons. It lingers on pavements after sunset, radiates from building walls, and settles into streets that feel warmer than…
Vernacular Architecture Vernacular Architecture is a type of architecture that is indigenous to the climate, culture, and available resources and has evolved over generations. It is characterized by its reliance…