Designing Cities For Children
By 2050, around 70% of the world is predicted to be living in the cities, and the majority of them will be under 18. Because, people are moving from rural towns to urban cities, in… Designing Cities For Children
Impact of Forms and Shapes on the Human Brain
Neuro architecture is a phenomenon where architectural spaces and their impact on the human brain are studied. This is important as a basis for architectural design as it studies the impact of different forms and… Impact of Forms and Shapes on the Human Brain
Computational Design In Architecture
Over the years, reliance on technology has increased amongst architects. Earlier, architects and designers drafted, plans, sections, and elevations by hand, now we have shifted to CAD. 3D models were physically made to visualize the… Computational Design In Architecture
Earth As A Building Material
The earliest of our settlements have come from Mother Earth. Some of the oldest buildings around the world were constructed of earth. Around 3 billion of the world’s population lives in houses using earth as… Earth As A Building Material
Virtual 3D Modeling & Simulation
How can virtual 3D modeling and simulation help us to create better cities? Well, an answer to this is, new technologies offer new possibilities for the planning and designing of cities. Modeling of an urban… Virtual 3D Modeling & Simulation
Zaha Hadid’s CECEP Headquarters Aiming for Highest Green- Building Score
Wining the international design competition, Zaha Hadid Architects will build the new Shanghai headquarters for the state-owned China Energy Conservation and Environmental Protection Group (CECEP). CECEP is Shanghai’s leading company initiating and funding projects that… Zaha Hadid’s CECEP Headquarters Aiming for Highest Green- Building Score
A Building designed by Algorithms – Museum of the Future
Architecture has evolved progressively over the decades. As the years have passed, it is more based on a mechanized framework than ever. Machinery, Softwares, and digitalized elements have taken over the construction industry. Designers have… A Building designed by Algorithms – Museum of the Future
Urban Temporary Solutions for the Pandemic
A pandemic is an epidemic of diseases that spreads across various regions of the world affecting a substantial number of people, the world history has been a witness to various deadly pandemics like those of… Urban Temporary Solutions for the Pandemic
Darwin’s Smart City Plan
In the Northern Territory, the City of Darwin is a gateway to Asia for Australia. The only tropical city of the country, with deeply rooted ancient culture but with a young and dynamic look. Darwin… Darwin’s Smart City Plan
Walkable Public Spaces of Barcelona
Barcelona has been a city of cultural interest and beauty since historic times. The city has maintained its individuality even in contemporary times. It is considered as a major cultural center with libraries, museums, and… Walkable Public Spaces of Barcelona
If Women Build Cities
“If women build cities…” it is sad that even when the world is at its epitome of being progressive, even as various social organizations shout out the slogans of equality the narrative throughout is slightly… If Women Build Cities
Ways In Which Cities Can Prepare For Climate Emergencies
Every year, we are facing severe climate change impacts. Floods, heatwaves, a shift in the weather conditions and temperatures. Climate change is a serious challenge for the entire planet. Particularly, developing countries where urbanization is… Ways In Which Cities Can Prepare For Climate Emergencies
Spirituality In Architecture
We, humans have always wondered about ourselves. Who am I? What is my true being? Where do I belong? We are constantly trying to discover ourselves. This has been a quest for humans forever. Although,… Spirituality In Architecture
Virtual Reality In Architecture
One of the problems faced by clients or, even architects is visualization of spaces. Despite, of rendered images or eye level views, the space doesn’t match the vision of the architect, when he enters the… Virtual Reality In Architecture
After-effects of Coronavirus on Architecture
The Pandemic over a while has proven to be one of the most life-altering challenges for all. The impact has globally changed the perception of people in approaching their day to day life. Many countries… After-effects of Coronavirus on Architecture
Co-Living as a Practice
Co-living is a modern form of progressive community living which is still a growing industry in India, however other countries have already taken onto it, as this has become an affordable option primarily for students… Co-Living as a Practice
How Will COVID-19 Redefine Architecture?
In the past, our architecture has been shaped by epidemics. From cholera, to plague, to tuberculosis, the form has always been modified by infection, as much as function. This pandemic has changed our lives forever,… How Will COVID-19 Redefine Architecture?
Practicing Social Distancing in Housing Societies and Co-Living Spaces
Social distancing is practicing the act of maintaining a minimum distance from each other in order to prevent the community transmission of any kind of intervention implemented to avoid/decrease contact between those who are infected… Practicing Social Distancing in Housing Societies and Co-Living Spaces
Revisiting Cheonggyecheon Stream, Korea
Cheonggyecheon, is a public recreational park located in Seoul, South Korea, wherein the government decided to dismantle the 10 lane road and 4 lane highway along the Cheonggyecheon stream. The idea for this was to… Revisiting Cheonggyecheon Stream, Korea
AI in Architecture
We might not even imagine about the mayhem and destruction that will eventually happen due to A.I robots taking over the world and seems to be our inevitable doom. But then, what is Artificial Intelligence… AI in Architecture
Principle Of Vaastu Shastra In Architecture
Vastu Shastra is an ancient mystic science of designing and building that unites art, astronomy and architecture. The Sanskrit word ‘Vastu’ means a dwelling or a building used for residential purpose. It is a complete… Principle Of Vaastu Shastra In Architecture