Vinod Gupta writes about the concept of thermal discomfort and its relation to air conditioning standards, arguing for a more flexible approach.
Vinod Gupta writes about how sugar and air-conditioner, once luxuries, have become necessities with far-reaching consequences that contribute to health crises and climate change while reducing our ability to adapt to natural temperature variations.
Chennai Airport by Creative Group derives its inspiration from the shape of the wings of a bird.
The Chandramandapa is the ancient Kuzhi Kalari of Kerala, transformed into a concept of twenty-first century Chennai, Tamil Nadu. Chandramandapa’s basic structural design starts in the traditional precepts. It is a“kuzhi” or pit, dug out of the earth, toa depth of 4 feet from ground level. The raised roof allows for a greater air flow and to take advantage of being on the seaside, to compensate for the absence of air conditioning, but providing natural coolness that is vital to all performers.
Kirtee Shah’s keynote address for “Laurie Baker Birth Centenary Celebrations” interrogates the architectural profession’s fundamental disconnection from societal imperatives, using Laurie Baker’s praxis as a framework for examining contemporary professional alienation and proposing transformative pedagogical and practice-based interventions within India’s built environment crisis.
Ameet Singh writes about how even though the Indus Valley Civilization was an early urban centre, the megacities of India face quite a few challenges, despite modern India’s governance. He further talks about a few solutions that could help enhance the quality of life in Indian cities.
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.
Hassan House in Calicut, Kerala, by Monsoon Projects, is a modern, sustainable home reflecting contemporary Kerala design and minimalist aesthetics.
Surat Diamond Bourse, Surat, by Morphogenesis, the largest office building in the world, has become a symbol of community impact, redefining ideas around building performance, energy efficiency, and the potential for decentralised development.
The design for Baiyappanahalli Train Station, Bengaluru, by Studio Symbiosis, reflects ‘Garden City’ identity of Bengaluru while integrating modern transport facilities and green landscapes.
Praveen Bavadekar reviews the Apple Store TRX in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, designed by Foster+Partners, as a revisit of Miesian glass box design, blending millennia-old spatial techniques with a century-old architectural obsession.
SJK Architects’ design for Sparkrill International School, Warangal, Telangana, breaks the boundaries of conventional classrooms, facilitating informal and exploratory learning by leveraging nature and the built environment as educators.
The Greenfield Factory of Karupannya Rangpur Ltd., Bangladesh, by Nakshabid Architects, is a sustainable and energy-efficient space with lush greenery and water bodies creating a soothing environment for workers.
Sako Studio, a compact workspace in Hyderabad, by SaKo Studio Narratives, blends traditional and modern elements to create a harmonious and efficient space.
As the first multispeciality hospital in Maharashtra’s Dolvi village, the JSW Sanjeevani MultiSpeciality Hospital, designed by SJK Architects, not only provides better healthcare to the local community but also facilitates the region’s economic and infrastructural growth.
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