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The Reality of Climate Change As we confront the urgency of the climate crisis, the impact of rising sea levels cannot be ignored. Coastal communities, home to around 900 million people, face the acute threat of disappearing due to increasing flood risks. Instead of relying solely on traditional methods like seawalls, some architects are pioneering

Architecture, as a discipline, has long been intertwined with cultural identity and societal influences. This article looks into the complex relationship between architecture and culture, tracing its historical foundations and questioning its universality. By excavating through several layers of cultural influences, we aim to understand the significance of cultural identity in architectural discourse and its

There is a video doing the rounds on Instagram wherein a lady dressed in a beautiful saree made out of Khun, Khann or Khanna cloth does a walkthrough of the cloth weavers district in Bagalkote district in Karnataka. This is a lesser known weaving tradition from Karnataka that needs to be promoted and spoken about

Ilkal Sarees are found almost everywhere, from the small towns in Maharashtra to North Karnataka. A special Ilkal saree with Kasuti embroidery was seen on our Finance Minister, Ms Nirmala Sitharaman while she was presenting the Union Budget in February. So, let’s find out what is so special about Ilkal sarees that are made in