Origami office is the administrative office space for a publishing house, since paper is the core material that is used within the premises. It is used as an inspiration to transform a standard grid structure into a dynamic space. The space is visualised as a plane that folds up at various places and offers niches of distinct size and character. To further enhance it, both natural and artificial lights are introduced at various levels and scales to create the dramatic effect.
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.
Suneet Paul writes about Bath, England’s UNESCO World Heritage Site known for its well-preserved Georgian architecture and rich history.
The Chihilsitoon Garden is a restoration project by the Aga Khan Trust for Culture that previously lay in ruins for the past 26 years.
Termeh Office Commercial Building, Hamedan, Iran, by Farshad Mehdizadeh Architects and Ahmad Bathaei, has an innovative design integrating local brick patterns and a multifunctional slab serving as stairs and ceiling.
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.
The formal expressions of the Effluent Treatment Plant (ETP) for Reefat Garments, Kaliganj, Bangladesh, by SILT, signifies the references translated from its mechanical elements into a sculptural form.
Rohingya Cultural Memory Centre, Ukhiya, Bangladesh, by Rizvi Hassan, tries to collect, preserve, and spread those knowledge & stories, to create goodwill among displaced communities even in the most unsettled situations.
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