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9 Emerging Trends That Are Revolutionizing Architectural Pedagogy

Architecture /

Architecture isn’t simply  sketching  out buildings, but rather a cumulative discipline focused on mapping, planning, designing, developing, and restoring a space. In recent years, technology has made leaps and it reflects in the way education has changed. It applies to architectural education as well. The architectural practices have made a humongous transition. Earlier they focused […]

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Decoding Blade Runner: What Can the Film’s Futuristic Architecture Teach Us About Urban Design and Technological Progress?

Architecture, Room For More Art /

The first “Blade Runner” film was released in 1982 and directed by Ridley Scott, whose architecture is a significant aspect of the visual and thematic elements that contribute to the film’s unique atmosphere. The Blade Runner franchise is set in a dystopian future Los Angeles, and the architecture plays a crucial role in establishing the

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From Uttar Pradesh to National Acclaim: Indrapal’s Sculptural Exploration of Time, Society, and Mediums

Artists of the Week /

Indrapal is a talented sculptor from the Mau district of Uttar Pradesh, who has been navigating in the world of art since his early years. His artistic journey unfolded at the Faculty of Visual Arts, Banaras Hindu University, Varanasi, where he successfully earned his Bachelor’s degree in Sculpture from 2015 to 2019. Subsequently, he pursued

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The Land is Hospitable and So Are We: A Lesson in Sustainable Urban Planning

Architecture /

The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia is yet to unveil Neom; a planned urban area. The total planned area of 26.5 thousand square km is set to exhibit marvels of floating architecture, trade hubs, luxury tourist resorts, and sustainable cities powered by renewable sources. However, critics have challenged the oxymoron that is sustainable development. Will Neom

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India Art Fair Marks 15 Years: Navigating Market Shifts, Maturation, and Introducing Design Innovation

IAF 2024, News /

Marking its 15th anniversary, the India Art Fair (IAF) returns to the NSIC Exhibition Grounds in New Delhi from 1st to 4th February. As South Asia’s premier commercial art event, IAF’s latest edition boasts participation from 72 galleries, making it the largest in its history. Against the backdrop of India’s expanding economy and a flourishing

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Young Creatives Defy Graffiti Ban: Abandoned Singapore Mall Transformed into Vibrant Art Hub

News /

In a country where graffiti is strictly prohibited, a group of young creatives in Singapore has seized an unusual opportunity to breathe life into an abandoned mall, defying conventional norms and creating a vibrant space for self-expression. Peace Centre, an aging structure slated for demolition later this year, has become an unexpected canvas for colourful

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Giza Pyramid Restoration Sparks Controversy: Critics Slam Project as “Straightening the Tower of Pisa”

News /

A restoration project aimed at reconstructing the outer casing of the Pyramid of Menkaure, one of the Giza pyramids, has come under heavy criticism from archaeologists, who have likened it to the seemingly futile task of straightening the Tower of Pisa. The initiative, a collaboration between the Egyptian government and Japanese archaeologists, has already commenced,

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Sensual Splendor: Exploring the Allure and Aesthetics of Mughal Erotic Art

Columns /

We know the presence of ancient Indian Sanskrit text, the Kama Sutra and other classics on sex and eroticism in Indian art and thought. There are a lot of instances of that in Indian art and culture. Hindu-Buddhist art and culture display the legacy of Kama Sutra and Tantricism in the Indian civilisation. The Mughals,

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The Nuanced Art of Architectural Sketching

Architecture /

Architecture is the discipline of planning, designing, and building marvellous structures which are both functional and visually pleasing. However, before an architect can even start building his new masterpiece, they must have a vision. While several architecture schools demand a steady sketching hand for their courses, thanks to technological advancements the necessity of sketch drawing has been

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