Book Cover of “A Queer Reading of Nawabi Architecture and the Colonial Archive - Lucknow Queerscapes.” By Sonal Mithal and Arul Paul (1)

Book Announcement | A Queer Reading of Nawabi Architecture and the Colonial Archive: Lucknow Queerscapes, by Sonal Mithal, and Arul Paul

July 1, 2025 No Comments

A Queer Reading of Nawabi Architecture and the Colonial Archive, by Sonal Mithal and Arul Paul, explores the architectural production of nawabs Asaf-ud-Daula and Wajid Ali Shah and reveals the colonial bias against queer expression. It offers methods of using queer strategies to read archival evidence against the grain and rewrite erased, overlooked, and suppressed histories.

Improving Liveability of Small Houses | Open Ideas National Competition 2025 by Habitat Forum (INHAF) and Sustainability Initiatives

May 21, 2025 No Comments

The Open Ideas National Competition 2025 – Season V on Improving Livability of Small Houses organised by Habitat Forum (INHAF) in partnership with Sustainability Initiatives (SI), seeks proposals for improving the liveability of small low-cost housing.

Professional Engineers Bill 2025 Raises Concerns Among Architects

Architects Raise Concerns Over the Proposed Professional Engineers Bill 2025

May 8, 2025 No Comments

A draft of the Professional Engineers’ Bill 2025 is drawing criticism from architects who argue the proposed regulatory body (IEPC) threatens their profession, creates redundant oversight with existing institutions, and contains sweeping definitions that could overreach into established fields.

Pope Francis Declares Antoni Gaudí “Venerable,” Advancing Path to Sainthood

April 16, 2025 No Comments

The Vatican declared Antoni Gaudí “venerable,” a step towards sainthood, recognizing his “heroic virtues”, evident in his Sagrada Familia design.

CEPT University offers a professional certificate program in London for practicing architects and urban designers

April 3, 2025 No Comments

CEPT University offers a professional program architecture and urban design program for practitioners, featuring visits, workshops, and practitioner interaction.

Archicad: Empowering Architects with Intelligent Design Tools

April 1, 2025 No Comments

With the importance of BIM, Archicad is becoming vital for modern architecture, as it boosts efficiency, creativity, and automates tasks, moving beyond 2D CAD. The article, based on our conversation with Nemetschek Group, talks about Archicad’s architect-centric design and customization suit Indian needs, making it a future-focused tool.

NEWS | French architect Anne Lacaton wins Jane Drew Prize for Architecture 2025

March 6, 2025 No Comments

French architect Anne Lacaton has been awarded the 2025 Jane Drew Prize, an accolade that honors architects who have significantly advanced the profile of women in architecture through their work and commitment to design excellence.

Chinese Architect Liu Jiakun Wins 2025 Pritzker Architecture Prize

March 4, 2025 No Comments

Liu Jiakun, the renowned Chinese architect celebrated for his socially engaged and context-driven designs, has been awarded the 2025 Pritzker Architecture Prize, the most prestigious honour in the field.

NEWS | Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation Honours Architect B.V. Doshi by Renaming a Road in his Name

March 4, 2025 No Comments

In a tribute to the late architect B.V. Doshi’s contribution to the city’s architecture and urbanism, the Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation (AMC) has named a road after him —”Architect Balkrishna Doshi Marg”.

Pioneering Indian Architect Brinda Somaya Receives Prestigious AIA Honorary Fellowship

February 16, 2025 3 Comments

The American Institute of Architects has named Indian architect Brinda Somaya among its 2025 Honorary Fellows, recognizing her transformative contributions to contemporary architecture and cultural preservation

VK group announces VKollective: An Exhibition Showcasing 50+ Years of Design, Innovation, and Urban Impact

February 14, 2025 No Comments

Pune has been one of the fastest-growing urban centers, emerging as a hub of education, technology, and industry, and playing a key role in India’s

EJ120 exhibition of models at the InCITE Gallery

February 12, 2025 No Comments

The 119 models of the works of Le Corbusier (1887-1965) exhibited here are from the private collection of RT+Q Architects, Singapore.The models are the products,

Book Cover - Strengthening Capacities for Climate Resilience. © Abirbhav Sanyal

Book Announcement | Strengthening Capacities for Climate Resilience, by Vandana Sehgal, Ritu Gulati, Farheen Bano, and Abirbhav Sanyal

January 28, 2025 No Comments

This book “Strengthening Capacities for Climate Resilience”, authored by Dr. Vandana Sehgal, Dr. Ritu Gulati, Dr. Farheen Bano, and Ar. Abhirbhav Sanyal, documents the BCAUSYOUCARE Project, which addresses urban heat stress in Ayodhya, India. Through urban mapping, capacity building, and stakeholder engagement, the project develops and implements climate resilience strategies, offering valuable lessons for other cities.

Book Announcement | Happiness City, by Bhawna Jaimini and Deepa Balsavar

January 22, 2025 No Comments

Written by Bhawna Jaimini and illustrated by Deepa Balsavar, the book “Happiness City” is a manifesto disguised as a poem to create gentle cities that belong to all. It is an invitation to examine the state of our cities and collectively dream and design for a better tomorrow.

Lucknow Architecture Festival 2.0, (LAF) (1)

Lucknow Architecture Festival 2.0: An Aspiration Shaping Lucknow’s Architectural Narrative

January 15, 2025 No Comments

The second Lucknow Architecture Festival 2025, organised by Lucknow Architects Association, held from January 10-12th, brought together various stakeholders from construction industry, architecture fraternity, and government for discussions, workshops, and exhibitions.

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