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.
Reflecting on the simplicity and richness of childhood, Vrinda Bhardwaj questions the dynamics of urban design and human behaviour. The essay is a part of shortlisted entries for Urban Imprints essay writing contest, March-April 2024.
Divya Ramaseshan explores how the street vendors, seeking only a small space to sell, face challenges with government solutions like centralized complexes, disrupting their sales dynamics and livelihoods. The essay is a part of shortlisted entries for Urban Imprints essay writing contest, March-April 2024.
Takri is an authentic ethnic restaurant nestled in the picturesque Kangra Valley in Palampur. It is a true reflection of the region’s traditional values, centered around the staple meal known as “Dham.”
Situated on a 195 sqm plot, the Chainani house in Vadodara stands as a testament to the client’s love for their community and desire to spend their retirement years with the community and create memories.
Sarbjit Singh Bahga’s article is a tribute to Nari Gandhi’s architectural legacy, highlighting select projects that exemplify the visionary architect’s innovative, nature-inspired designs, and his impact on Indian architecture.
Sarbjit Singh Bahga reflects on the profound influence of Antoine Predock’s architectural legacy, epitomized by designs such as the Music Department at UCSC.
The Andaman and Nicobar Islands, a haven of natural beauty and historical significance, offer a serene escape amidst lush rainforests and pristine beaches. Ar. Suneet Paul writes about these islands which embrace a tranquil atmosphere, despite having a tumultuous past.
The third article in the series, ‘Looking beyond the architect’, by Deepika Srivastava, focuses on how indigenous crafts can be integrated within built forms by looking at the collaboration between Studio Lotus and Collective Craft to create Krushi Bhawan, the Department of Agriculture and Farmers’ Empowerment of Odisha.
With a focus on simplicity and connectivity with nature, Alok Kothari Architects design a cost-effective 3-bedroom residence, blending exposed brick, verdant courtyards, and panoramic views of the Sahyadri mountains.
‘Plot 33’ is nestled between a university campus and a small public park, gracing Rajkot’s urban landscape. Spanning 10 x 24 meters, the design prioritizes climate-responsive orientation, with cavity walls shielding the east and west, and a south-facing circulation core for harmony.
Embarking on a journey where ordinary pencils become extraordinary artworks, Vipul Gupta explores the transformative art of Pencil Lead Carving, rediscovering beauty in detail.
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.
Immersed within the captivating embrace of a hot and humid tropical climate, ‘The Stoic Wall Residence’ harmoniously combines indoor and outdoor living. Situated in Kadirur, Kerala, amidst its scorching heat, incessant monsoon rains, and lush vegetation, this home exemplifies the art of harmonizing with nature.
The pavilion, named ‘BEHIND the SCENES’, for the celebrated ITFOK (International Theatre Festival of Kerala), was primarily designed to showcase the illustrious retrospective work by the famed scenic background artist ‘Artist Sujathan’.
The Champalimaud Foundation expanded its Cancer Research Centre in Lisbon into a pancreatic cancer hospital, 14 years post-construction by architect Charles Correa. Sachin Agshikar, Correa’s associate, led design alongside HDR and local architect Joao Nuno Laranjo.
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