Perspectives on Architecture, Urbanism and Built Environment
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.
Tiny House, Indore, Madhya Pradesh, by Harshit Singh Kothar and Tanvi Jain illustrates how thoughtful design can create economic and ecological housing, paving the way for vibrant communities in urban and peri-urban areas.
Pinkish Shah reviews the SPADE India Foundation event, organised by Samira Rathod Design Atelier (SRDA), critiquing the limitations in format, content, and impact. The article also includes Samira Rathod’s response to Pinkish Shah’s critique. The event held on September 19, 2024, focused on architectural explorations in Mumbai, including the reuse of abandoned buildings.
A. Srivathsan and Astha Agarwalla comprehensively analyze the annual architecture and planning institutions ranking (NIRF) revealing minimal changes among the top schools. They also present questions about the current ranking system with takeaways for the institutions and students.
This article delves into how Shilpa Architects and Ela Green Consultants in Chennai are pioneering sustainable architecture. By implementing integrated design approaches, using LEED ratings, and adopting an Indo-centric sustainability model, their work showcases a blueprint for eco-friendly building practices.
In his tribute to Christopher Charles Benninger, Swapnil Joshi recounts personal accounts of his experiences with Christopher, sharing how Benninger’s guidance and teachings influenced his architectural journey.
Bimal Patel writes a tribute to Christopher Charles Benninger (1942-2024), sharing a few of his memories about Benninger.
Prof. Sathya Prakash Varanashi pays tribute to legendary architect and urban planner Christopher Benninger, who passed away at 82.
Jaimini Mehta critiques architectural education in India, arguing for reform that balances vocational training with liberal education, combining science, humanities, and arts. He challenges the Western-centric approach that has marginalized indigenous architectural knowledge and practices.
Commissioned by The Aga Khan Trust for Culture, vir.mueller architects design Humayun’s Tomb Site Museum in New Delhi, India, envisioning it as a subterranean “baoli”-inspired museum, grounded in Mughal aesthetics.
Christopher Benninger leaves behind a legacy of iconic projects and influential ideas. His notable works include the Mahindra United World College of India, the Samudra Institute of Maritime Studies, and the Supreme Court of Bhutan.
The reimagined version of Nari Gandhi’s 1984 letter to the IIA, on the state of the architecture profession.
Suneet Paul writes about Bath, England’s UNESCO World Heritage Site known for its well-preserved Georgian architecture and rich history.
Tongxiang MixC Commercial Landscape Design, China, by FLO Landscape Design (Shanghai) Co. Limited, is a symbolic benchmark commercial project that signifies growing economic prosperity in the Jiaxing region, reshaping the new urban identity and rejuvenating the old city.
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