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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) […]
The Power of Spirituality in Tadao Ando Buildings Read More »
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 »
Some might know him as Laurie Baker, but for us he will forever be the “Gandhi of Architecture.” Laurie Baker was born in Birmingham and studied architecture at the Birmingham School of Art and Design. During World War II, he served in the Friends Ambulance Unit (FAU); a unit of the British Religious Society of
Are Laurie Baker Works A Testament to the Local Culture? Read More »
There are more than 2 million Hindu temples in India, showcasing a vast variety of architectural styles that are highly influenced by the region they belong to. The notion of space and time has been envisioned beautifully in Indian architecture. The art and architecture that we see in Hindu temples all hail from one scripture
Sacred Peaks: Exploring the Nagara Style of Temple Architecture in India Read More »
Introduction Redefining the future of urban living is the goal of Neom, the ground-breaking urban initiative that Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman unveiled in 2017. Neom, which would take up 26,500 square kilometres in the northwest Tabuk Province, has ambitions to build a floating industrial complex, a global commerce hub, opulent vacation destinations, and
You may have seen many terracotta pots and everyday use items, horses and even the army of Qin Shi Huang of China, but India has its very own temple structure made of terracotta in Bishnupur, West Bengal. Terracotta as you may know has its origins in Indus Valley Civilisation, where burnt clay was used to
Clay Carvings: Exploring the Terracotta Temples of Bishnupur, West Bengal Read More »
Introduction The idea of mobile walls has become a revolutionary force in the field of architecture, upending the notion that architectural elements must always remain static. These moveable walls, also known as mobile partitions, reinvent space boundaries and provide a flexible and dynamic response to the demands of modern architecture. With moveable walls, the traditional
Mobile Walls: Adapting Architectural Boundaries in Contemporary Design Read More »