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Smriti Malhotra

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Aesthetics or Utility? Piet Mondrian has the Answer for it

Not many people know this but Piet Mondrian had the reputation of being a designer rather than a painter when he first arrived in New York in 1940. Born in the Netherlands, Mondrian initially trained as a traditional artist before evolving towards abstraction. He is regarded as the spiritual leader of the De Stijl Movement […]

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Serifs to Sans, Quirks to Classics: The Aesthetics of Typography’s Endless Evolution in Design

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

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

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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Madhubani Painting: Unraveling Its Captivating Story, History, Creation Process, Skills Required, Artistic Characteristics, and Famous Masterpieces

Once upon a time, there existed a kingdom by the name of Mithila, the King was known as Janak and his daughter was the great Sita who is the wife of Lord Ram in the mythological tale of Ramayana. Sita was also known as Vaidehi and Maithili, the town is named after her and the

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Mobile Walls: Adapting Architectural Boundaries in Contemporary Design

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

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Threads of Tradition: Tracing India’s Design Legacy from Ancient Textiles to Modern Narratives

Rooted in immense diversity, our culture has a truly distinctive design language. From vibrant art forms which seamlessly intertwine with our rich heritage, to our world-renowned textiles. From the printed textiles of Jaipur, Sanganer, and Bagh to the exquisite embroideries and weaving traditions, such as Banarasi brocade and the opulent kanjivarams from the south, our

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Mitti Ke Ghar: Eco-Friendly Alternatives to Concrete Homes

Homes made from mud have been around for millennia, but could they solve our ongoing climate crisis? Concrete buildings have been a significant contributing factor in emitting greenhouse gases in our atmosphere and world. In contrast, earth built houses made with all natural materials have been a balm to our 21st century problems. They are

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Soaring Sartorially: Changing Fashion of Airline Uniforms

The fashion world is dynamic and ever-changing, and while trends evolve across various industries, airline fashion often remains overlooked. Air India, however, stands out as a pioneer in this arena, consistently embodying glitz and glamour. In the 1970s and 80s, the airline’s flight attendants, affectionately known as ‘hawai sundaris,’ donned classic pencil skirts, jackets, and

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