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India and Graphic Design India has been developing a great Indian graphic design culture within the region in recent times. Design as we know it is art which is part of a larger pantheon of visual communications, it is in architecture, visual arts, products, fashion, interior decoration, branding, etc. Graphic design in India has also […]
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The magnificent fabric of human civilisation is woven through architectural threads, an art that transcends mere architecture and becomes a living proof of our collective humanity and aspirations. From soaring medieval cathedrals to modern skyscrapers, architecture not only protects our physical existence but also defines the very essence of our being They are. The philosophy
Japan is one of the most influential regions in East Asia when it comes to art, architecture, and calligraphy. Whether it is Pokémon, Dragon Ball Z, Astro Boy, or any other infamous anime, Japan has been at the top of its game for a while now. With the proliferation of Asian cultures (in particular K-Pop)
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We all use fonts daily, these fonts come into the domain of Typography, which is a design tool that is used around the world. These fonts now are very much part of a culture, you use it for work, for branding purposes, for designing logos or any kind of designing for that matter. These are
The artistic journey of Anirudh Kumar is a voyage across the heartland of Uttar Pradesh, with beginnings in the humble Indian slum of Nehru Camp. Anirudh’s work becomes a sensitive expression of the vast cultural diversity that impacted his formative years, thanks to the wise guidance of his mentor, Ram Onkar. Born into a world
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The AIDS Memorial Quilt is a powerful and moving tribute to those who have died from AIDS-related illnesses. It is the world’s most important example of communal folk art and a monument and a means of spreading awareness of the AIDS crisis. The original plan for the quilt was to create a remembrance to honour
Born on June 1, 1935, Norman Robert Foster, Baron Foster of Thames Bank, is a well-known British architect and designer. Foster, who is well-known for his contributions to high-tech architecture, has had a lasting impact on British modernist architecture. Since its founding in 1967, his architectural practice, Foster + Partners, has expanded to become the
Building Bridges and Breaking Barriers: The Architectural Journey of Norman Foster Read More »
When we think of the word ‘vernacular’, we often refer to the indigenous tribes, their languages, and their culture. Hence, ‘vernacular architecture’ becomes easy to define. Vernacular architecture refers to the local practices and materials to build ‘traditional’ and local buildings. To say that vernacular architecture in India is just one category would be inaccurate.
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Born in Toronto, Ontario, on February 28, 1929, Frank Gehry is an American architect and designer of Canadian descent who is well-known for his unique and avant-garde architectural style. His structures, which include his own home in Santa Monica, California, are highly regarded globally, establishing him as a significant figure in modern architecture. Gehry was
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India is a diverse country with various architectural styles. Whether it is the vernacular architecture of the south or the Brutalist architecture rampant in the northern belt, the nation boasts of a plethora of designs. Every new ruling party (the Mughals, the princes, and more) produced marvellous architectural wonders which still stand today. When India
Architectural Alchemy: Unveiling the Magic of Indo-Saracenic Architecture Read More »