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Architecture has always fascinated the masses. Whether it is the deconstructivist architecture of Frank Gehry or simply the architecture of the biggest building in Mumbai, these marvels assuredly stupefied the audiences. But when does a building stop being mere brick-and-mortar and become a structure of national importance? It depends on how well the building amalgamates […]
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The Govt College of Art and Craft, one of India’s oldest art institutions, has been designated a Grade I heritage structure, with a blue plaque installed by the Kolkata Municipal Corporation to mark its historical significance. This initiative is part of a broader campaign to raise public awareness about the history of important structures and
Aaditi Joshi’s Recycled Art in Tensile Dimensions Nature Morte, presents Aaditi Joshi’s first solo showcase in New Delhi with ‘Tensile Dimensions.’ The exhibition will run from September 21st to October 26th from 10 AM to 6 PM. The preview is scheduled for September 20 from 7-9 PM. It highlights her ability to transform recycled plastics—specifically
Aaditi Joshi’s Low Relief Composition in Nature Morte’s Tensile Dimensions Read More »
Designing for Accessibility and Inclusion The goal of accessibility in architecture is to create spaces that are really inclusive, powerful, and respectful of human dignity. It goes beyond simply adhering to construction requirements. Universal design, physical accessibility, sensory concerns, navigation and orientation, ergonomics, inclusive social spaces, and continual interaction are among the fundamental tenets of
Advancing Accessibility and Inclusive Designs in Architecture Read More »
The famed painter M.F. Husain was known for his colourful Cubist-style works that included nude Hindu deities, metropolitan settings, horses, and even Madhuri Dixit. He started out studying calligraphy before pursuing a career in Mumbai painting movie posters and creating toys. He was born in 1915. During a 1953 trip, he was exposed to European
From Madhuri Dixit to Horses: Explore the Best Paintings of M.F. Husain in 10 pictures. Read More »
KNMA Presents ‘Purvaee’ Kiran Nadar Museum of Art (KNMA), Noida presents ‘Purvaee’ – the eastern wind, investigates pathways of creative sensibility transmission and modes of visual representation among the first generations of teachers in two pioneering art institutions in the country, through diverse chronological orbiting. The exhibition, which began on 13th September 2024 will continue
KNMA’s ‘Purvaee’ Evokes Pedagogic Lineages Read More »
Srinia Chowdhury creates sculptures that are a fascinating expression of identity, emotion and humanity — all viewed through a quirky and surrealist lens. Through the lens of a playful but complex visual language, her creations invite viewers to enter a territory where reality meets fantasy, and where accepted forms and meanings are subject to change.
LONDON — Two men charged over the stealing of Banksy’s iconic work Girl With Balloon from a London gallery are due to appear in court next month on charges of non-residential burglary, NBC News reported. The Heist The painting was taken from the Grove Gallery on New Cavendish Street, Marylebone. Girl With Balloon was the
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Use Of Virtual Reality In Architecture VR has become an innovative technology that is changing industries and improving user experiences. Virtual reality (VR) was first imagined for use in immersive simulations, but it has since developed into a flexible tool used in real estate, architecture, and even celebrity house tours. This overview delves into the
The Role of Virtual and Augmented Reality in Architecture and Real Estate Read More »
Let’s Learn Antoni Gaudi’s Facts Gaston Bachelard’s exploration of language, distinguishing between the utilitarian “signification” and the creative “poetry,” provides a lens through which we can analyse the intersection of language and architecture. In Michael Graves’ “A Case for Figurative Architecture,” the analogy between everyday language and the internal structure of a building is drawn,
‘Nature in Architecture’; The Voices of Antoni Gaudi Read More »