View of the setting, Asiad. Credits: Meaningful Design Labs

Brutalist India | Asiad Tower, New Delhi

April 18, 2026 No Comments

As part of Brutalist India series Bhawna Dandona writes about the Asiad Tower on Khel Gaon Marg in New Delhi, originally designed as a revolving restaurant, but now used as a venue for functions and weddings. The structure stands in close proximity to the Asiad Village and Siri Fort Complex and was designed by the Architectural Department of the Delhi Development Authority.

Cidade de Goa, India. Designed by Charles Correa. Source - Elle Decor

“For India’s hospitality industry, contextual design is both an ethical and economic bridge…”—Vandana Dhawan Saxena

April 17, 2026 No Comments

Architect Vandana Dhawan Saxena argues that designing contextual hospitality architecture is a win-win for all—developers, crafts communities, and tourists—and that policy backing and innovative craft integration can help it transition from a romantic aspiration to an industry standard.

Stepped Well House, Bangalore, Karnataka, by A Threshold

April 17, 2026 No Comments

The “Stepped Well House” draws inspiration from the dense, organic neighbourhoods of Bangalore, where homes evolve over time to suit narrow sites and compact conditions

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“Sen Kapadia’s work is a tribute to a lifelong quest for delight and cultivated artistic sensibilities…”—A Tribute by Manoj Parmar

April 16, 2026 No Comments

In this tribute, Manoj Parmar explores Sen Kapadia’s serigraphs and axonometric drawings that created miniature realities rich in temporal and semantic metaphors.

Rural primary school, Mandi, Himachal Pradesh by Dhammada Collective

April 15, 2026 No Comments

‘Rural Primary School, Mandi’ receives the award for Local Scale because it transforms post-disaster reconstruction into a thoughtful, community-led opportunity for resilient learning. Built after devastating landslides in Himachal Pradesh, the school shows how architecture can restore, empower and grow with its community. With shared spaces that invite play and learning, this modest structure now serves as a model for how architecture can create belonging and dignity in vulnerable conditions.

Gulshan Society Mosque, Dhaka, Bangladesh by Kashef Chowdhury URBANA, 5

Gulshan Society Mosque, Bangladesh, by Kashef Chowdhury URBANA

April 10, 2026 No Comments

Gulshan Society Mosque located in Bangladesh is a modern interpretation of traditional Islamic Architecture designed by Kashef Chowdhury URBANA in order to accommodate large congregation. This structure visually stands out from Dhaka’s dense skyline, offering a peaceful retreat amidst the urban environment.

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Brutalist India | Asiad Tower, New Delhi

“For India’s hospitality industry, contextual design is both an ethical and economic bridge…”—Vandana Dhawan Saxena

Stepped Well House, Bangalore, Karnataka, by A Threshold

“Sen Kapadia’s work is a tribute to a lifelong quest for delight and cultivated artistic sensibilities…”—A Tribute by Manoj Parmar

Rural primary school, Mandi, Himachal Pradesh by Dhammada Collective

Gulshan Society Mosque, Bangladesh, by Kashef Chowdhury URBANA

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Brutalist India | Asiad Tower, New Delhi

“For India’s hospitality industry, contextual design is both an ethical and economic bridge…”—Vandana Dhawan Saxena

Stepped Well House, Bangalore, Karnataka, by A Threshold

“Sen Kapadia’s work is a tribute to a lifelong quest for delight and cultivated artistic sensibilities…”—A Tribute by Manoj Parmar

Rural primary school, Mandi, Himachal Pradesh by Dhammada Collective

Gulshan Society Mosque, Bangladesh, by Kashef Chowdhury URBANA

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