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Charlie Puth aptly stated on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon – “Anything in this world can be made into music. Like, everything has tonality to it.” But today is not the day we talk about him, but rather about showbiz’s alt-pop princess Lana Del Rey. Lana Del Rey has indeed served us numerous moments. […]
Four Norman F**king Rockwell Songs that SHOOK Lana’s Gen-Z Stans Read More »
The Moai statues are iconic and massive stone sculptures on Easter Island, a remote island in the southeastern Pacific Ocean. The Moai is one of the world’s most remarkable and well-known monolithic monuments. The indigenous Rapa Nui people created these figures, which are recognised as one of the most significant archaeological mysteries in the world.
Stone Giants of Mystery: Exploring the Intriguing World of Easter Island’s Moai Statues Read More »
Ray Meeker, is known for his earthen stoneware artefacts has also experimented with baked insitu mud structures in Pondicherry and Auroville. These experiments laid the foundation for many architects to tread on the path of sustainability by going back to making houses and other liveable structures based on the earth. Before we charge on to
Chillies, cashew, papaya, peanuts and many ingredients integral to desi cuisine were brought to India by Portuguese colonisers while sugarcane, pepper, mangoes and many Indian spices landed on Brazilian shores via the marine trade routes established during the fiercely competitive Age of Exploration. As the steam engine was yet to be invented, it was the
Introduction In a historic turn of events, the Supreme Court’s judgment paved the way for the construction of the grand Ram Temple in Ayodhya, where the idol of infant Lord Ram, known as Ram Lalla, had been placed in a small tent for decades. As the completion of the temple nears, it stands as a
Ayodhya’s Ram Temple Opts for Stone as Timeless Craftsmanship Over Steel Resilience Read More »
What is Architectural Conservation? Through well thought-out interventions, an architectural conservator is a specialist tasked with safeguarding and maintaining the historical, material, and design integrity of built heritage. Architectural conservation focuses on the physical structure of buildings subjected to uncontrolled external conditions, whereas historic preservation concentrates on more general cultural and historical aspects of
Architectural Conservation: 5 Architects Preserving Indian Culture and Heritage Read More »
There lies an Ashram near the banks of Sabarmati in the suburbs of Ahmedabad, it is the world renowned Sabarmati Ashram in Gujarat. This is where the Satyagraha movement began and was one of the abodes of Mahatma Gandhi between 1917 to 1930. The Dandi march began from this very monumental space, it was regarded
Eastern philosophy has tremendously impacted modern architecture, influencing the fundamental ideas that inform architectural theory and design approaches. Even if Western traditions are frequently the source of modern architecture, incorporating Eastern philosophy has produced a distinctive fusion of concepts that promotes a more harmonious and comprehensive approach to design. Yin and Yang, a concept from
In the foundational stages of designing user interactions for your product, it is paramount to weave in key psychological principles that intricately shape decision-making and information processing. By adhering to these principles, designers can craft an interface that not only captivates users but also optimises their cognitive engagement. Clarity and simplicity reduce cognitive load, while
Anup Shrivastava, a talented artist hailing from the Dhar district in Madhya Pradesh, showcases a profound artistic vision deeply rooted in the exploration of ecology and ethnography. Through his distinctive use of acrylic pastels, Shrivastava breathes life into his canvases, translating his reflections on the natural world and cultural diversity into visually striking masterpieces. The
Anup Shrivastava’s Art is a A Kaleidoscope of Nature, Culture, and History Read More »