Gender bias has been an enduring issue in social, economic, domestic, and physical contexts. This bias can also be observed in public spaces. The term “public park” itself implies that…
In a man-dominated world, women had to fight for their freedom, identity, and equality. Most professions have invisible barriers for women, but architecture is considered one of the toughest fields…
Yasmeen Lari, one of the most renowned architects of Pakistan and a RIBA award winner, is known for her community-driven and participatory architecture. Her work is especially associated with resilient…
Early Years and Advent into the Architectural Realm Shimul Jhaveri Kadri requires no introduction when it comes to her semantic history of architectural endeavours and ventures, outlining her design philosophies…
As dusk settles, the city transforms. Familiar streets take on new shadows, sounds amplify, and the urban landscape, once bustling, can begin to feel unwelcoming, particularly for women. The traditional…
For centuries, the art world has been a stage dominated by men, with the stories and contributions of women often relegated to the background. In a patriarchal system that denied…
According to Oxford Dictionary, An Architect is a person who is qualified to design buildings and to plan and supervise their construction. The contribution of humans to building a sustainable,…
Before the dawn of the 20th century, amidst the monumental forms and grand narratives of a male- dominated art-world, Camille Claudel (1864-1943) was quietly, yet powerfully, sclupturing a revolution. She…
JR, as we know him, is the pseudonym that comes from Jean-René, his actual name. He was born on 22nd February 1983 and grew up in the immigrant colony of…
Is architecture a male-dominated profession? Architecture and construction is one of the fastest-growing industries in the world. It involves multiple stakeholders and employs millions of people in its various fields,…
Architecture has traditionally been an exclusively men’s profession, in which women struggle to be once recognized and integrated into the society as equals. Although there is a growing number of…
Baolis; stepwells dating back to more than a thousand years ago not only served as integral water sources but also community cores of cultural and religious significance in ancient India.…