Sterling Resorts at Shimla
Photographs by Kaushik Mukherjee Architects
Vinod Gupta, of Opus Indigo Studio reflects on the evolution and challenges of the Indian architectural profession, emphasizing the need for architects to reclaim responsibilities beyond design to revitalize the industry’s trajectory.
Christopher Benninger’s new book—Great Expectations: Notes to an Architect—reflects on contemporary architectural practice and its role in improving the human condition. It gives direction to students and practitioners alike as Prof. Benninger notes his encounters with his gurus and the manner in which their personal passion for humanity shaped the lives of others.
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.
Notorious, by Studio Dashline, is a rooftop resto bar and speakeasy fused with botanical aesthetics, pastel elegance, and timeless craftsmanship.
A typical Aanganwadi designed by Studio Infinity, for rural Madhya Pradesh, combines healthcare, education, and community spaces, featuring climate-responsive elements and local art while serving as a replicable prototype for tribal villages.
Suneet Paul writes about Azerbaijan, once a war-torn nation, emerging as a captivating blend of ancient and modern, as he focusses on Baku (Azerbaijan’s capital) that blends ancient and modern architecture, from the UNESCO-listed Old City with its Maidan Tower to contemporary landmarks like the Flame Towers and Heydar Aliyev Centre.
Envisaged as a profound macrocosm, Dinner Bell, Gorakhpur, Uttar Pradesh, by W5 Architects, is a journey of discovery for the semi-urban gastronomic seeker. The space transports visitors into a captivating world of solace, subsequently as they enter from the hustling streets of this Indian tier 3 town.
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