Every architect knows that Architectural Design is not complete if we don’t take climatology into consideration. While the client’s satisfaction is of prime importance, the solace of doing our job…
Some designers apply conventional materials, but others gather unconventional materials to represent forms, function, and place. Knowing this, we would like to introduce ten unusual materials used in architecture and…
With the use of local materials and construction techniques originated purely from that particular place, Vernacular Architecture came into existence. This type of architecture is considered to comprise regional culture…
Traditional Architecture is a reflection of the context it exists within. It is defined as the style of architecture that uses elements, forms, and construction techniques symbolic to the culture,…
One of the most promising architects who practiced Vernacular Architecture was Laurie Baker. He used laterite, mud, and cow dung as the building materials in his buildings. Architecture firms practicing…
Eva Hagberg Fisher’s article, ‘Criticism in Crisis’ is a compelling argument on how the narrative has shifted from architecture to urbanism in the publishing world. Eva Hagberg Fisher’s article, ‘Criticism…
Biome environmental solutions is a multidisciplinary practice based in the city of Bangalore that focuses on creating ecologically sound and sensitive architectural solutions. Biome’s architecture blends efficiently, aesthetically, and almost…
Shipping Container architecture, also known as “Cargotecture” or “Arkitaner” is a type of architecture that uses steel intermodal containers as a major structural element due to its inherent strength, relatively…
Careful detailing is of paramount importance in brickwork. The following collection includes fifteen awe-striking examples of unusual methods and patterns of brick in architecture, from across the globe. As a…
Baker’s Beliefs Sustainable, Organic, and Vernacular Architecture all synonymous to one of the greatest pioneers of this style, Lawrence Wilfred Baker, a British born architect. Also known as the Gandhi…
Vernacular architecture originated when mankind started to provide itself shelter according to its circumstances, made from surrounding materials. It is a mere response to society’s needs that has allowed man…
Indian culture, which is one of the oldest & richest cultures, is gradually wiping off due to globalization. The skills and knowledge of traditional cultures contribute not only to global…