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Looking at 11 Influential Architectural Magazines Across the Globe

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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From Cathedrals to Skyscrapers: Exploring the Symbiosis of Philosophy and Architecture Across Time and Technology

The magnificent fabric of human civilisation is woven through architectural threads, an art that transcends mere architecture and becomes a living proof of our collective humanity and aspirations. From soaring medieval cathedrals to modern skyscrapers, architecture not only protects our physical existence but also defines the very essence of our being They are. The philosophy

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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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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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Day-7 : India Art Biennale Celebrates Women in Architecture and Design with ‘Samatva: Shaping the Built’ Exhibition

The last day of the India Art, architecture and Design Biennale was all about celebrating the work of Indian women artists and architects. The exhibition titled, ‘Samatva: Shaping the built’, showcases the work of over 80 women architects and 50 designers across the country and the ages. The popular narrative of India’s twentieth century architectural

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IAADB Day 5: “Vismaya: Creative Crossovers Exhibition Unveils the Essence of Modern and Independent India’s Architectural Icons

Day 5 was about celebrating the architectural icons of modern and independent India. Titled, ‘Vismaya: Creative Crossovers’ the exhibition explores a range of extraordinary creations that cross over the realms of art, architecture and design (beyond the conventional ‘isms’) to express the three primary themes of the sublime, the monumental, and the humane. The section

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Doors, Gardens, Bazaars, and much more at the compelling, ‘India Art, Architecture and Design Biennale 2023’

In a quite riveting exhibit of artworks ranging across seven themes, art bazaars, workshops and thought-provoking panel discussions, the ‘India Art, Architecture and Design Biennale’, a first of its kind, indulged its audience with the works of over 90 artists from across the country. The first edition of the biennale opened its doors to the

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Sapna Kuniyal Paints the Resilience and Heritage of Uttarakhand’s Farming Community

Sapna Kuniyal, an adept artist with a degree in painting from Graphic Era Hill University, Dehradun, emerges as a unique creative force in the contemporary art scene. Her specialisation lies in capturing the essence of farming practices in Uttarakhand, focusing on the intricate socio-cultural facets embedded within the agrarian lifestyle. Graduating from a rich familial

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