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“There was a need to bring outside voices to contaminate and corrupt the idealism of the academy and vice-versa.”—Pinkish Shah reviews SPADE India Foundation event by SRDA

Pinkish Shah reviews the SPADE India Foundation event, organised by Samira Rathod Design Atelier (SRDA), critiquing the limitations in format, content, and impact. The article also includes Samira Rathod’s response to Pinkish Shah’s critique. The event held on September 19, 2024, focused on architectural explorations in Mumbai, including the reuse of abandoned buildings.

“There was a need to bring outside voices to contaminate and corrupt the idealism of the academy and vice-versa.”—Pinkish Shah reviews SPADE India Foundation event by SRDA

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Overview. Tiny House by Harshit Singh Kothari, Tanvi Jain. © The Space Tracing Company

Tiny House, Indore, Madhya Pradesh, by Harshit Singh Kothar and Tanvi Jain

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Unpacking National Ranking: What Impacts Architecture and Planning Institutions

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Sustainability through an Integrated Design Approach: Shilpa Architects and Ela Green Consultants

“Sit under a tree and think…” Swapnil Suresh Joshi’s tribute to his teacher—Christopher Charles Benninger

Christopher Charles Benninger. © Dinesh Mehta

“Christopher grew up believing in the power of reason and science.” – Bimal Patel’s personal tribute to Christopher Benninger

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Designing For Modern India: The Legacy of Christopher Benninger

Malabar Headquarters, Calicut, Kerala, by Stapati

Architecture is too Important to be Left to Architects Alone

The School of Social Development, Studio Berardi Miglio. © Filippo Berardi

The School of Social Development, Bodgaun, Nepal, by studio berardi miglio

Humayun’s Tomb Site Museum, New Delhi, by vir.mueller architects

Renowned Indian Architect Christopher Benninger Passes Away At 82

Women Empowerment Shelter, Studio PPBA. ©Hemant Patil

Women Empowerment Shelter, Loni, Karnataka, by Studio PPBA

Lanka Learning Centre by feat collective. ©Barbara Vetter - Vincent Heiland

Lanka Learning Centre, Parangiyamadu, Sri Lanka, by feat.collective

Nari Gandhi’s critique of the Architecture Profession (1984)

The famous restored Pulteney Bridge with shops on either side. Source: Wikipedia Commons

Bath, England: Reliving the Past Georgian Glory in Architecture | Ar. Suneet Paul

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Udaipur’s Architectural Renaissance: A Conservation Architect’s Chronicle of Heritage Amidst Climate’s Embraces

Anubhuti Jain

Pune – An Ever-Evolving Jewel

Arpita Khamitkar

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Reflection of Urban Inclusivity And Reality

Pornima Buddhivant

The case of Phalke Smarak

Asmita Raghuvanshy

The Good, the Bad and the Aesthetic

Avani Mittal

Dynamics of Pluricultural Heritage in the City of Gwalior

Aditi Agnihotri

Alimentative Architecture

A series of articles by Architect-Poet-Calligrapher H Masud Taj interfacing architecture with food via geometry.

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An Architect Eats Samosa

ArchitectureLive! continues with Alimentative Architecture – The fifth in a series of articles by Architect-Poet-Calligrapher H Masud Taj interfacing architecture with food via geometry.

An Architect Eats Medu Vada

ArchitectureLive! continues with Alimentative Architecture – The fourth in a series of articles by Architect-Poet-Calligrapher H Masud Taj interfacing architecture with food via geometry.

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An Architect Eats Chapati

ArchitectureLive! continues with Alimentative Architecture – The third in a series of articles, An Architect Eats Chapati, by Architect-Poet-Calligrapher H Masud Taj interfaces architecture with food via geometry.

An Architect Eats Vada Pav

ArchitectureLive! celebrates UN World Food Day with Alimentative Architecture – The second in a series of articles by Architect-Poet-Calligrapher H Masud Taj interfacing architecture with food via geometry.

An Architect Eats Jalebi

Alimentative Architecture – A series of articles by Architect-Poet-Calligrapher H Masud Taj interfacing architecture with food via geometry.

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Sustainability through an Integrated Design Approach: Shilpa Architects and Ela Green Consultants

This article delves into how Shilpa Architects and Ela Green Consultants in Chennai are pioneering sustainable architecture. By implementing integrated design approaches, using LEED ratings, and adopting an Indo-centric sustainability model, their work showcases a blueprint for eco-friendly building practices.

“Sit under a tree and think…” Swapnil Suresh Joshi’s tribute to his teacher—Christopher Charles Benninger

In his tribute to Christopher Charles Benninger, Swapnil Joshi recounts personal accounts of his experiences with Christopher, sharing how Benninger’s guidance and teachings influenced his architectural journey.

“Christopher grew up believing in the power of reason and science.” – Bimal Patel’s personal tribute to Christopher Benninger

Bimal Patel writes a tribute to Christopher Charles Benninger (1942-2024), sharing a few of his memories about Benninger.

Designing For Modern India: The Legacy of Christopher Benninger

Prof. Sathya Prakash Varanashi pays tribute to legendary architect and urban planner Christopher Benninger, who passed away at 82.

Architecture is too Important to be Left to Architects Alone

Jaimini Mehta critiques architectural education in India, arguing for reform that balances vocational training with liberal education, combining science, humanities, and arts. He challenges the Western-centric approach that has marginalized indigenous architectural knowledge and practices.

Nari Gandhi’s critique of the Architecture Profession (1984)

The reimagined version of Nari Gandhi’s 1984 letter to the IIA, on the state of the architecture profession.

Bath, England: Reliving the Past Georgian Glory in Architecture | Ar. Suneet Paul

Suneet Paul writes about Bath, England’s UNESCO World Heritage Site known for its well-preserved Georgian architecture and rich history.

Architectural Heritage India - Conversation with Gurmeet Sangha Rai

“Heritage without people or cultures has no meaning.” – Gurmeet Sangha Rai

The series “Architectural Heritage in India” concludes with Gurmeet Sangha Rai highlighting the community-based approach towards heritage, the importance of the people and culture in heritage, and valuing indigenous practices and knowledge systems.

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Portraits of a Departure | Sriganesh Rajendran reviews M.N. Ashish Ganju – Thinker and Architect

“The recent book brought about by people who knew him closely offers windows into his versatile mind through twenty essays of a reflective tenor.” writes Sriganesh Rajendran in his review for the book “M.N. Ashish Ganju – Thinker and Architect”.

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“There are no experts who can define conservation and how things should be done because heritage has very much to do with society.” – A.G.K. Menon

Architectural Heritage in India series features a conversation with A.G.K. Menon, delving deep into the meaning of heritage and the challenges in the field.

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Indian Railways: Stations seeking destinations.

India’s railway stations are undergoing a makeover, but concerns linger about whether the Amrit Bharat Station Scheme truly addresses overcrowding, inefficiency, and the deficits in its architecture and planning, as Kavas Kapadia explores.

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The Proposed Broadcasting Services Bill: What Does it Mean for Digital Freedom in India’s Architectural Discourse

Imagine an India where your Instagram critique of a new skyscraper could land you in hot water. Is the new Broadcasting Services Bill for regulation or a digital gag order in disguise?

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