The advent of modernism brought in a change in the perception of architecture. Modernism was also led to the advent of new materials and exploration of their possibilities. Modernist architecture meant embracing of new technology… Living examples of Modern Architecture: Asia & Middle East
An old connection was found between two different fields but I guess that’s how science works. It connects the unexpected to the extent of discovery, to make humans life easier in some form. Maybe, this… Genetics And Architecture
‘Library of Priest’ is a wooden structure that is an extension to a rural residence of two married rural Shinto priests in Nagano, Japan. The requirements were given by the clients for an administration office,… Library of Priests in Japan designed by Hiroki Motu
An Overview: Architecture firm Gomez Platero has an incredible contribution towards a memorial to honour the people affected by COVID-19. Located in Uruguay, the monument is erected to depict an expression of hope as a… World’s First Large-Scale COVID Memorial
The skyline of Tokyo was once highly dominated by The Nakagin Capsule tower or ‘Nakagin Kapuseru Tawā’, the name that has become a local icon. Designed by architect Kisho Kurokawa, this was mixed-use development to… Lost in Time: Nakagin Capsule Tower
Ecology is defined as a transdisciplinary science that focuses on the relationship between living beings and their surrounding environment. This is relatively a new form of science that emerged in the 20th century. It started… Balancing Ecology and Design
Architecture has been the root of the formation for society since the first attempt of humans to live in a society to share the language and culture which was ‘Tower of Babel’. Today, Cities like… Latin America’s Socially Organized Housing
Recently, new malware is traced by researchers targeting cloud services on Linux machines: Doki Malware. The malware is a previously undocumented technique infecting exposed Docker servers in AWS, Azure, and other cloud platforms. The threat… Doki Malware Targeting Docker Services In The Cloud
The Nippon Foundation has launched the Tokyo Toilet Project to challenge negative perceptions about public conveniences with 16 designers. The ideology is to make these places convenient to all age, gender, and disabilities. This project… Tokyo Toilet Project by Nippon Foundation with some awestrucking designs
Coronavirus Pandemic led us to stay in our homes, work from home, and shut down businesses. People came back home from various countries, escaping their restrictions. Who knew there could be a global pandemic, and… Lockdown Strategy By Cities Across the World
Covid19 brought a lot of stress on the existing resources and stripped away from all of us the conventional lifestyle. It put forth huge stress on the existing resources, economy, infrastructure, and healthcare facility. In… Timely Adaptation : Abandoned Spaces to Covid Facility Center
Outdoor spaces are a great way to have gatherings and interactions in a semi-open set-up. A well-designed outdoor space always has the right balance between its hardscapes and soft capes. At the same time, a… 10 Best Outdoor Lighting ideas
Our current actions define the future of us and our cities. Architects are responsible for shaping the future cities. So while designing any form of buildings, we need to think about the future generations for… The Changing Definitions of Futuristic Architecture
Modernity needs not always be transformation. It is, in fact, a product of the process that leads to transformation. These thoughts usually come up when we come in contact with the restoring of spaces, cities… Restoring Cultural Heritage: Benaras
Architecture has a psychological effect on every human being, it could be both negative or positive. Due to a major rise in the population, architecture became commercialized. Its growth became rapid and unstoppable. With this… Human Centric Design
As much as we move ahead with time and technology, there is also a part of the past that helps us learn new things. The indigenous communities have a lot of traditional practices. These practices… Learnings from the Past: A tale of Indigenous Architecture and Sustainability
It is extremely hearting wrecking to realize that the pioneer of holistic Architecture, Ar. Revathi Kamath left us on 21st July 2020. Revathi was quiet a complex woman and well equipped with knowledge on integrating… In memory of Ar. Revathi Kamath: Pioneer of Holistic Architecture
“The home is where the heart is”. This thought resonates with me. Your house is a reflection of you- your tastes, habits, likes, and personality. It reveals a lot about you. Designing your house requires… My Abode, My Design
In 1987, the UN-commissioned The Brundtland Report ‘Our Common Future’ described sustainable development as ‘development that meets the requirements of this without compromising the power of future generations to satisfy their own needs’. More than three decades later, this definition continues to be quite relevant… Green Buildings
Back to School Facilities Toolkit Helps Visualize School Design after COVID-19 Summer break is officially underway in most schooling districts across the country, and educators are shifting their focus from the pivot to emergency remote… Back to School Facilities Toolkit
Desired lines can be defined as an unconventional or those paths in an Urban Design context where there is no concrete construction of a pathway or a walkway. Sometimes it is also named for paths… Desired Lines in Urban Design and User Experience