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Renowned Architect Pankaj Pukhan Urges Young Architects: Explore Outside the Office, Turn Off Social Media (Part-3)

Samvaad /

Welcome to Samvaad, where art meets conversation, and inspiration knows no bounds. Here we engage in insightful conversations with eminent personalities from the art fraternity. Through Samvaad, Abir Pothi aims to create a platform for thought-provoking discussions, providing readers with an exclusive glimpse into the creative processes, inspirations, and experiences of these creative individuals. From […]

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Can Sangita Jindal’s Hampi Art Labs Rewrite the Narrative of Art and Heritage in South India?

News /

South India’s ancient city of Hampi has long enthralled Sangita Jindal, a well-known art collector and philanthropist. She has been captivated by the rich history of Hampi since the early 1980s, characterising it as a “dynamic hub where art, architecture, and literature flourished from the 14th to 16th centuries.” Jindal is now achieving her goal

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One Line, Another Line and so on: Does Dhaivat Panchal Give Meaning to the Lines, or do The Lines, in Their Inherent Nature?

Artists of the Week /

Dhaivat Panchal, born in 1997, is an architect and co-founder of ‘Urban Sketchers Ahmedabad,’ defining his artistic identity through the profound exploration of lines. In his creative journey, Panchal meticulously draws one line after another, each stroke echoing a narrative derived from his senses and experiences. The process unfolds organically as the lines interweave, gradually

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Chandrakant Sompura’s 32-Year Quest – Does Ayodhya’s Ram Temple Emerge as His Magnum Opus?

Columns, Featured /

As India eagerly anticipates the consecration of the Ram temple in Ayodhya on January 22, the architectural brilliance behind this monumental project takes centre stage. Renowned architect Chandrakant Sompura and his team are in the limelight, their dedication and expertise marking a significant chapter in the nation’s history. Genesis of the Vision: 32 Years in

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Divine Symmetry: Exploring the Golden Ratio within Art, Architecture and Design

Room For More Art /

What do you see when you come across the Mona Lisa? Or when you come across the silhouette of the modular man in the buildings made by Le Corbusier? Both these images stem from a particular mathematical equation that is very popular in the art and architectural world. It is called the Golden Ratio. The

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The Wooden Palace of Our Past: Discovering Padmanabhpuram Palace

Architecture, Room For More Art /

Introduction Padmanabhpuram Palace which is situated in Padmanabhpuram Fort, was built in the 16th century CE, as a royal palace for the Maharajas of Travancore. The palace complex is spread over 6.5 acres of land reflecting the vernacular wooden architecture of the region. It is located in the Kanyakumari district of Tamil Nadu, the structure

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Looking at 11 Influential Architectural Magazines Across the Globe

Architecture /

Architectural magazines are a source of great inspiration for many budding architects, designers and artists alike. Architectural magazines not only decimate information but also catch the newest trends, and styles and showcase data on future architectural designs and trends for all students of architecture to learn from. Plus, we all know aesthetically pleasing architecture is

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Kerala Architect Vinu Daniel Featured in TIME100 Next List for Sustainable Design

Featured, News /

Introduction In a world where urban landscapes are dominated by concrete jungles, Kerala-based architect Vinu Daniel is making waves with his unique approach to sustainable architecture. His innovative designs have earned him a coveted spot on the “2023 TIME100 Next” list, a prestigious recognition of rising leaders in various fields. Alongside notable figures like Indian

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Divine Doorways: Exploring the Mystique of Kavad Art from Rajasthan

Columns, Featured, Room For More Art /

A kavad is a mobile shrine or temple intricately crafted from painted wood. It holds significance within the oral storytelling practice known as kavad banchana, widely embraced in the Rajasthan region. The term “kavad” is thought to have roots in Sanskrit words such as “kavaat,” “kapaat,” or “kivaad,” which allude to a “half door” or

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Naked body as Art: Carolee Schneemann and Her Sexual Liberation

Artist Profile, Do You Know? /

The Telluride Film Festival asked the American artist Carolee Schneemann to deliver a schedule of films made by women in 1977, including her own Fuses (1964–1977) and Plumb Line (1968–1971). When Schneemann arrived, she discovered that the show now had a name: The Erotic Woman. Schneemann abandoned her prepared introduction and instead recited a scroll

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