Participatory urban planning and design is an innovative approach that shifts traditional urban development processes towards a more inclusive and collaborative model. It recognises that the people who live, work,…
To counteract the detrimental effects of inactivity, physical activity must be given top priority in urban planning and development. Residents now have plenty of opportunities to stay active while taking…
Since the beginning of mankind, a person strives for the basic needs of their life- food, clothing & shelter. More than 600 decades ago, human civilisation has been living in…
Thimphu, the capital city of Bhutan, is a captivating destination known for its unique architectural style that combines traditional Bhutanese elements with modern influences. Nestled in the picturesque Himalayas, Thimphu’s…
“As an architect, you design for the present, with an awareness of the past, for a future which is essentially unknown.” Sir Norman Robert Foster is a world-renowned British architect…
Rahul Mehrotra is a prominent name in the realm of architecture in India. With his notable work and remarkable contributions to the fields of urban planning and design, he has…
World Economic Forum (WEF) released its 2017 report Migration and Its Impact on Cities to have guidelines for handling migration. Studying India in this report, architects should focus on the report’s basic…
Two-thirds of the human race, 6.5 billion individuals precisely, will be living in urban areas by 2050, increasing demand for high-capacity housing, workplaces, and overall infrastructure. Would we still be…
Scotsman Sir Patrick Geddes is regarded as the modern-day father of city planning. Born on 2 October 1854 in Ballater, Aberdeenshire, Sir Patrick believed town planning was more than just…
Automotive cities, also known as car-centric or auto-oriented, are urban areas where the design and infrastructure prioritise cars as the dominant mode of transportation. These cities have extensive road networks,…
The exponential rise in urban agglomerations, economic inequalities, fluctuating economies, unpredictable emergencies, and AI technological advancements are a few main characteristics that describe our current world. Accompanied by these factors…
Parking garage designs are an essential aspect of modern urban planning and architecture. As cars on the road increase, the need for safe, secure, and efficient parking solutions becomes more…