Every discipline, science and invention is born out of the need to solve a problem a community faces. It is born out of empathy, a willingness to help each other…
Set in the embrace of Lodhi Garden, India International Centre is a prominent cultural institution in New Delhi. The Centre contributes as a hub for social, cultural, political and intellectual…
Located in the heart of Chennai, the National Art Gallery symbolises the city’s rich history, culture, and heritage. Designed in 1906, by Henry Irwin, this building is a quintessential display…
Is gentrification an inevitable consequence of heritage conservation? A seemingly common pattern amongst historic cities and neighbourhoods is the following of gentrification to heritage conservation initiatives. Gentrification is often not…
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.…
UNESCO Asia Pacific Awards for Cultural Heritage Conservation winners of 2023 include the Pan Family Residence, which has been conserved and revitalized into a mixed-use cultural venue (UNESCO, 2023). This…
Overview A conventional trademark of any urban fabric. A space that has established its permanence through the course of ever-changing and ever-evolving populations. An embodiment of the achieved utopia of…
Conflict zones around the world are characterized by pre and post-destruction architecture. Sensitive areas, mainly country borders, are under constant threat of invasions and encroachments. The civilians and military are…
They say, ‘‘Mumbai is the city of dreams’’ and we all resonate deeply with it. From being seven separate islands to forming one entity, Mumbai’s urban fabric has undergone a…
Our heritage is what we have inherited from history to value and enjoy in the present and to save and pass on to future generations. All our tangible, intangible, and…
Anthony Wood, CTBUH Executive Director and Associate Professor, Illinois Institute of Technology found himself amongst twelve of his architecture students from the same institute to be given a sponsored opportunity…
Bara Imambara, situated in Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh, stands as a majestic testament to the rich cultural heritage and architectural excellence of the region (Smith, 2020). With its social, political, and…