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Building Bridges and Breaking Barriers: The Architectural Journey of Norman Foster

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 […]

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The Beautiful Diversity of Vernacular Architecture in India

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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The Deconstructivist Architecture of Frank Gehry

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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Architectural Alchemy: Unveiling the Magic of Indo-Saracenic Architecture

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

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

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

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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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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