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Here are 11 things you need to know about the Japandi style or aesthetics: It may be all the rage now, this new aesthetic that has been doing the rounds in homes and interiors and in the design world. But the Japandi style is anything but a new aesthetic. It is simply a blend of […]
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Introduction He has designed some of the most modern buildings known to architecture, and his work is as avant-garde as they come.American architect Thom Mayne was born on Jan. 19, 1944. Mayne serves as a founding principal for Morphosis Architects, established in 1972 and located in Los Angeles. Its unorthodox architectural formats have made him
Can Buildings Be Art? Exploring the Visionary Work and Life of Thom Mayne Read More »
In yet another episode of Tuesday Talk, we spoke to Priyaranjan Purkait, an artist from the beautiful Sundarbans. How far he travelled from his village to Kolkata as a major artist,dates bearing allusions to development and adaptation are the tale fo Priyaranjan pursuant of degerence back assembled his own expertise. The formative years of Priyaranjan,
The road to art was an exploratory journey born out of serendipity for Rita Prasad. It was not a conventional route for an artist who grew up in one of the most culturally and historically significant cities in the world. Her story is the epitome of what talent combined with discovery and guidance can do.
We chat with the budding sculptor Dhruvi Jain from Indore, who has been making news post her recent graduation. Balancing the transition from academia to a professional art practice, she still resides in her home studio grappling with drawing and has been forced into making a ceramics work within the confines of her current living
Dhruvi Jain’s Journey Forward: What’s on the Horizon After First Take 2023? Read More »
Phulkari of Punjab Embroidery Phulkari baari baari, Kithay gulab da phool, Haray haray ni, Kithay suhaagan da ghoonghat, Laal laal ni. Translation: Phulkari made stitch by stitch, where the roses are green in colour while the veil of the bride is red. These are some verses of a folk song that signify the making of
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Introduction The vibrant history of Indian art is often punctuated by the emergence of distinct regional schools that not only reflect the cultural ethos of their times but also stand as enduring legacies of aesthetic brilliance. One such remarkable tradition is the Keeshangarh School of Painting, rooted in the state of Keeshangarh, founded in 1609
The Keeshangarh School of Painting: A Fusion of Devotion and Aesthetics Read More »
Introduction Design and architecture have discovered using design as a means of studying, interpreting, and even replicating the design of nature to address human needs. That investigation of form, function, and systems has led to innovative designs in architecture. This is the Biomimicry model in which architects mirror nature’s pathways to shape homes that are
There are many symbols which are used greatly with sports victories. More than mere objects, medals, rings, belts and trophies are physical tokens symbolizing athletic greatness. As a result, each simplistic title symbolizes the blood, toil, tears and sweat absorbed as already mentioned trudge up that mountain of obstacles defeated capturing the elusive championship crust.
Symbols of Success: Exploring Medals, Trophies, and Plaques in Sports Read More »
Introduction The 18th Smart Office India Summit 2024, held in Pune, featured a keynote address by Mr. Ramprasad Akkisetti, the co-founder and Managing Director of CCBA Designs. With over 30 years of experience, Mr. Akkisetti has established himself as a visionary in the field of architecture and commercial design. His speech at the summit provided