Architecture

The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia is yet to unveil Neom; a planned urban area. The total planned area of 26.5 thousand square km is set to exhibit marvels of floating architecture, trade hubs, luxury tourist resorts, and sustainable cities powered by renewable sources. However, critics have challenged the oxymoron that is sustainable development. Will Neom […]

Architecture is the discipline of planning, designing, and building marvellous structures which are both functional and visually pleasing. However, before an architect can even start building his new masterpiece, they must have a vision. While several architecture schools demand a steady sketching hand for their courses, thanks to technological advancements the necessity of sketch drawing has been

Landscape architecture is the practice of designing, and planning large ecosystems — natural and artificial. Landscape architecture design borrows heavily from the disciplines of art, environmental sciences, architecture, engineering, psychology, botany, and sociology, among others. Seldom, people confuse landscape architecture as a glorified gardening method. However, a landscape architect isn’t necessarily restricted to outdoor spaces.

One of the earliest examples of good urban town or city planning was seen in the Indus Valley Civilisation, with well-designed by-lanes, houses, structures and even the drainage system. A good town plan is suggestive of a well-laid city and city life, it is reflective of how well the people live in the cities and

In a recent event commemorating the legacy of the late Dr. Prem Jain, a visionary in the field of sustainable development in India, Prof. Christopher Benninger delivered an insightful talk on the urgent need for rethinking city designs to ensure sustainability for everyone. Prof. Benninger expressed gratitude to the organisers and emphasised the influence of

A room is not a room without natural light. Louis Kahn A great architectural design isn’t only functional, but also an aesthetic marvel and a testament to longevity. Whether it is an entire city (Lutyens’ Delhi) or simply a building (Raj Rewal’s Hall of Nations), an architect’s prowess is determined by their ability to utilize

What is Parametricism? Patrik Schumacher’s 2008 coin, parametrism, is an avant-garde architectural style modeled after postmodern and modern methods. It uses computers, programs, and algorithms to modify designs. It is rooted in parametric design and makes use of parametric equations. Beyond architecture, this style also affects furniture, interior design, and urban planning. It creates a