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The Beautiful Diversity of Vernacular Architecture in India

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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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Architectural Alchemy: Unveiling the Magic of Indo-Saracenic Architecture

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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

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Evolution of Visual Narratives: A Journey Through Graphic Design from Caves to the Digital Canvas

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What is Graphic Design? Graphic Design refers to visual communication. Design could be a broad term that could include web design or digital design. But traditionally, it is the design that you find on prints such as posters, book covers, magazines, advertisements, logos used for branding. The term “graphic design” however only emerged in 1922,

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Sacred Peaks: Exploring the Nagara Style of Temple Architecture in India

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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

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Saudi Arabia’s $500 Billion Vision: Navigating the Shift from Oil to Foreign Investments in NEOM’s Megacity Masterplan

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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

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Clay Carvings: Exploring the Terracotta Temples of Bishnupur, West Bengal

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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

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Bhil Art: Diving into the Rich Palette of Bhil Tribe Creativity

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Introduction Bhil art is a fascinating representation of indigenous ingenuity and tradition that is firmly anchored in the cultural tapestry of the Bhil tribe. This unique kind of art has become well-known for its vivid hues, complex designs, and deep cultural meaning. We will explore the distinctive qualities of Bhil paintings as well as the

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