Urban morphology is defined as the study of the form and shape of settlements. To mention a few, urban form refers to the primary physical features that structure and define…
The rapid pace of urbanization has transformed the landscape of human habitation, with more than half (56%) of the world’s population now residing in urban cities. While urbanization brings opportunities…
In an era of urbanization and globalization, creative placemaking is a fitting tool to shape inclusive communities, integrate heritage & culture and contribute to the urban fabric of the space.…
Urban design and mental health are inextricably linked in the modern world. As cities become more dense, crowded, and chaotic, urban design plays a vital role in fostering mental health.…
As the crescendo in the symphony of urban landscapes, public spaces balance out the various rhythms of communal life. Pulsating with the collective vitality of their inhabitants, they are the…
Across cultures, religions, and various faiths, the one constant element we can observe is the element of sustenance and birth, Water. It has strengthened its position and role in purification,…
Claude Parent (26 February 1923 – 27 February 2016), born in Neuilly-sur-Seine, was a distinguished French architect and member of the Académie des Beaux-Arts. Parent’s concept of ‘Fonction Oblique’ has…
Embracing Nature’s Design: Integrating “Room for the River” Principles in Indian River Management for Sustainable Development and Resilience The concept of “Room for the River” has emerged as a sustainable…
Women have played a significant role in creating incredible public spaces, but they are often not given proper credit. What they are trying to do is not only in the…
Pixel, an 85,000-square-meter mixed-use development in Abu Dhabi, features 525 apartments, retail, offices, and services centered around a vibrant communal plaza. The design encourages outdoor living and a sense of…
An architect’s view is a term where the things around them are no longer normal but are filled with details, designs, structure, creativity, and so on. In the era of…
The article explores the transformative journey of urban design in crafting sustainable and livable cities, using Gràcia, Barcelona, as a case study. From the historical evolution of Urban blocks to…
