Architecture

Architects and Architectural Projects from India

Category featuring the architectural and design projects from top architects in India. Architecture in India featured through an array of works from different typologies and contexts by popular architects in India.

A Tribute to Madhav Achwal:An Architect, Academician & Marathi Author

An insightful tribute, Sarbjit Singh Bahga sheds light on the lesser-known but influential figure, Madhav Achwal (03.11.1925 – 21.01.1980), an eminent architect and educationist. Bahga vividly recounts his personal encounter with Achwal during a thesis examination, highlighting the architect’s practical approach and contributions to architectural education, along with showcasing Achwal’s noteworthy projects and his multifaceted legacy in literature.

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An Architect Eats Medu Vada

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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SECMOL School In Leh:

SECMOL School In Leh: A Role Model of Vernacular, Passive and Sustainable Hill Architecture–defined by Local Culture, Local Skill, Local Materials, and Local Technology

A comprehensive exploration of Ladakh’s SECMOL campus, Jit Kumar Gupta delves into its innovative passive solar architecture, use of local materials, and sustainable practices, showcasing how the institute stands as a model for climate-responsive and energy-efficient built environments in challenging terrains.

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State of Architecture Education

What do Numbers Reveal about Architecture Admissions and the State of Education?

In this comprehensive analysis of architecture admissions and education, A. Srivathsan and Chirayu Bhatt reveal a concerning decline in enrolment figures, emphasizing the need for radical changes in the regulatory framework, autonomy for institutions, and a reevaluation of the profession’s role to address the structural issues and ensure the quality of architectural education.

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 Joshi House, Bengaluru, by Anahata

 Joshi House, Bengaluru, by Anahata

Nestled within the confines of a gated community on a 222 SqM plot,  Joshi House, Bengaluru, by Anahata, a family residence transcends mere functionality, becoming a blend of art and architecture that caters to the needs of a family of five.

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Malhar Medley, Bengaluru, by Jayakumar & Associates

Malhar Medley, Bengaluru, by Good Earth Eco Futures and Jayakumar & Associates

Malhar Medley, Bengaluru, by Good Earth Eco Futures and Jayakumar & Associates is a sustainable residential community project located within the Malhar Eco Village, Kengeri, Bangalore. It features four distinct home types: Townhouses, Apartments, Villaments, and Walk-up homes, designed to provide a harmonious blend of living spaces, community, and nature.

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

Udaipur’s Architectural Renaissance: A Conservation Architect’s Chronicle of Heritage Amidst Climate’s Embraces
From colonial echoes to climate confrontations, the essay witnesses a city’s tale etched in bricks and resilience. Amid neglected heritage, the battle cries for sustainable rebirth. Udaipur’s past isn’t just conserved—it’s a roadmap to a defiant, luminous future, where history meets the tempest of climate change head-on! This essay by Anubhuti Jain was amongst the shortlisted essays.

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