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.
“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.
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?
The Blue Bucket of Democracy: Parliament’s Newest Art Installation Holds Water
The blue bucket at the new parliament building hailed as the Government’s avant-garde art installation of the year.
“Our role begins when people approach us, identifying something as their heritage and wanting help to preserve it, promote it, or extend its life.” – Sonal Mithal
The second conversation of “Architectural Heritage in India” series with Dr. Sonal Mithal focuses on the challenges in architectural heritage conservation, emphasising the need to balance preservation with development, involve communities, and make heritage accessible and relevant to contemporary needs.
A Conversation on Crafts, Sustainability, and Luxury Hospitality with Ayush Kasliwal, Geetanjali Kasliwal, and Manvendra Singh Shekhawat
Luxury hospitality and sustainability are often seen as opposing concepts. But Suryagarh and Narendra Bhawan oppose this dichotomy. Deepika Srivastava explores this dynamic in a conversation with Ayush and Geetanjali Kasliwal, and Manvendra Singh Shekhawat.
Of Glass Boxes and Domes – Praveen Bavadekar reviews The Apple Store at Kuala Lumpur, designed by Foster and Partners
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.
A CONVERSATION ACROSS CULTURES: Peter Zumthor and Bijoy Ramachandran
Swissnex in India, in collaboration with SwitzerlandIndia75, hosted the two
renowned architects, Peter Zumthor and Bijoy Ramachandran, to discuss bilateral perspectives on architecture in an open
format, on February 22, 2024.
Moving School, Kutch, Gujarat, by Mette Lange Architects, Henning Larsen, and Hunnarshala Foundation
Moving School, Kutch, designed by Henning Larsen and Mette Lange Architects, in collaboration with Hunnarshala Foundation, provides education for migrating pastoral and fishing communities.
Abin Design Studio Announced as Winner for the “PAHAL- Takshila’s Initiative for Sports”, Koilwar, Bihar
Kolkata based architecture and design practice, Abin Design Studio, announced as winners for the invited competition for “PAHAL-Takshila’s Initiative for Sports”.
Tetris Garden , Surat, India, by Roomoor
Tetris Garden , Surat, India, by Roomoor, is an alternative residence to high-rise living, retaining community ties while creating a dense yet flexible home.
Sri Aurobindo Integral Learning Centre, Surat, by Studio Naqshbandi
The Sri Aurobindo Integral Learning Centre (SAILC) in Surat, designed by Mona Doctor-Pingel of Studio Naqshbandi, offers a simple and rich experience, with natural water bodies fostering sensorial experiences and integral consciousness.
Sparkrill International School, Warangal, Telangana, by SJK Architects
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.
Trestle Pavilion, by Studio Terratects
The Trestle Pavilion is a versatile and modular structure designed by Studio Terratects in collaboration with Design Shasthra.
Future Trajectories | Dialogues
The Practice of Timeless Architecture, Earthling Ladakh, Future Trajectories | Dialogues
Future Trajectories | Dialogues is a series dedicated to the people behind Promising Young Architectural Practices identified in Future Trajectories and Future Trajectories 2.0. In this interview, Ladakh based Earthling Ladakh reminisces its ethos, approach and journey.
Blurring the lines between built and unbuilt- The Purple Ink Studio | Future Trajectories | Dialogues
Future Trajectories | Dialogues is a series dedicated to the people behind Promising Young Architectural Practices identified in Future Trajectories and Future Trajectories 2.0. In this interview, Bangalore-based The Purple Ink Studio reminisces its ideology, approach and journey.
From Delhi to Ladakh: Contextual Sensitivity and Traditional Wisdom- Emara | Dialogues | Future Trajectories
Future Trajectories | Dialogues is a series dedicated to the people behind Promising Young Architectural Practices identified in Future Trajectories and Future Trajectories 2.0. In this interview, Delhi-based Emara reminisces its ethos, approach and journey.
A Confluence of Varying Experiences- flYingseeds |Dialogues | Future Trajectories
Future Trajectories | Dialogues is a series dedicated to the people behind Promising Young Architectural Practices identified in Future Trajectories and Future Trajectories 2.0. In this interview, Delhi-based flYingseeds reminisces its ethos, approach and journey.
Ode to First Contact with Architecture: Studio Mohenjodaro | Future Trajectories | Dialogue
In extension to the Future Trajectories series, Studio Mohenjodaro reminisces about their journey in a conversation with Megha Pande.
Architecture, a Motley of Diverse Groups- Studio Motley | Dialogues | Future Trajectories
In extension to the Future Trajectories series, Studio Motley reminisces about their journey in a conversation with Megha Pande.
Architecture
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.
Chihilsitoon Garden Project, Kabul, Afghanistan, by Aga Khan Trust for Culture
The Chihilsitoon Garden is a restoration project by the Aga Khan Trust for Culture that previously lay in ruins for the past 26 years.
Sangam Elementary School, Bhilwara, Rajasthan, SferaBlu Architects
Sangam Elementary School in Bhilwara, Rajasthan, was built for three to seven year old kids, by SferaBlu Architects with the idea to create a space such that the thought of going to school would bring a smile on their faces.
Design
The Souk – Installation at the Dubai Design week, by Collaborative Architecture
The geometry of the pavilion is derived from the most common element, seen widely, in some of the most popular Islamic murals / patterns that adore some of the iconic architecture in the Islamic world- The Decagon. – Collaborative Architecture
डिझाईनच्या दुनियेत: The World of Design
The World of Design: डिझाईन म्हणजे काय ? हा प्रश्न समोर आला म्हणजे आपल्या मनात अनेक समज-गैरसमज निर्माण होतात. कपड्यांवरचे डिझाईन, रांगोळीचे डिझाईन, बाटलीचे डिझाईन, घराचे डिझाईन, मोबाईलचे डिझाईन अशा एक ना अनेक मानवनिर्मित गोष्टींचे उल्लेख करताना आपण डिझाईन हा शब्द सहज वापरतो.
A short history of the selfie stick – Story by Design Dalda
A short history of the selfie stick – Story by Design Dalda
Interior Design
SuperMarche: Reimagining Gourmet Retail at Ludhiana, Punjab, by Sync Design Studio
Sync Design Studio recently completed the retail architecture project in Ludhiana — SuperMarche.
An Inside Look of a Neo-Classical Infinity Design, at Pune, Maharashtra, by Infinity Architects and Interior Designers
An Inside Look of a Neo-Classical Infinity Design, at Pune, Maharashtra, by Infinity Architects and Interior Designers
Hotel at Bodhgaya, by SJK Architects
Bodhgaya – where the Buddha received enlightenment; one of the holiest and oldest sites of pilgrimage for the Buddhist world. Our hotel – gently uses the vocabulary of brick details from the Buddhist trail – vaults to corbelled arches to stepped jambs that soften the edges of buildings and make them welcoming and timeless. Replete with courtyards and waterbodies that play with the sunlight – stained concrete vaults and keyhole windows create dancing shadows and a lasting emotion of serenity and surrender. – SJK Architects
News
Opinions / Views / Thoughts
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.
“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.
Photoshopped Architecture
Popular Stories
B.Arch Thesis: Revitilization of Le Corbusier’s Legacy: Sanskar Kendra, by Rahul Jadon, Faculty of Architecture, Dr. APJ AKTU, Lucknow
Sanskar Kendra, by Rahul Jadon: The project emphasizes reliving the same old legacy, but, in accordance to the existing urban, functional, socio-economic context, current scenario of the city and the surroundings of the site. For the reinterpretation studies, research of analytical framework of verdicts from the beginning of the project and then the analysis of those ideas on contemporary and contextual grounds was conducted.
People-Centric Infratrstructure planning: SpaceMatters Commissioned to design Bus terminal for Nehru Place, new Delhi
India’s leading Architecture and Design practice, SpaceMatters has been commissioned to design Nehru Place Bus Terminal, which will be a fine example of people centric
Art
Institutional Buildings
Nalanda University, Rajgir, by Rajeev Kathpalia, Partner at Vastu Shilpa Consultants
Designed by Rajeev Kathpalia, Partner at Vastu Shilpa Consultants, the proposed design echoes the vision of Nalanda University as the campus of the future, at the forefront of global education and the hub of intellectual excellence. The master plan adopts sustainable practices at every phase of the project and to achieve social and economic integration with the local community.
Gautam Buddha University, Greater Noida, by CP Kukreja Architects
The Gautam Buddha University in Greater Noida, Uttar Pradesh, is spread over 511 acres. Designed by CP Kukreja, the institute was established as an academic and research institution that nurtures a vibrant community of purpose-driven intellectuals aspiring to create a better world.
Symbiosis International University, Pune, IMK Architects | Rahul Kadri
Nestled atop a rocky plateau in Lavale, a small village on the outskirts of Pune, the Symbiosis International University campus creates an idyllic and vibrant learning environment. The campus, home to 1000 students, houses educational and administration functions for four faculties –– the Symbiosis Institute of Business Management, the Symbiosis Institute of Mass Communication, the Symbiosis Institute of Telecom Management and the Symbiosis Institute of Photography –– in addition to an auditorium and convention center, a library, and housing, dining, and recreational facilities for students and staff. – Rahul Kadri | IMK Architects
Public Buildings
Small Residential Projects
Residence 568, Panchkula, Haryana, by Charged Voids
The concept of the project evolved from a close analysis of the family setups of large Indian families in the urban context, thus striving for a perfect balance between private and public spaces and also the interrelation between the generations.
House 20 x 22, Nashik, by pk.iNCEPTiON
House 20 x 22, Nashik, is designed by pk.iNCEPTiON as a house with inward-looking private spaces, with the possibility for them to expand outside as and when required.
Anahat, Noida, by ANT Studio
ANT Studio designed Anahat, a residence in Noida, as an experimental fusion of futuristic and traditional architecture.
Landscape Design
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