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My last visit to the Nawab Palace of Murshidabad Hazardwari Palace which is now transformed into a museum, left me disheartened and questioning the notion of “better preservation.” As I observed the peeling wall paint and witnessed the neglect of priceless 17th and 18th-century oil paintings, I couldn’t help but reflect on the lack of […]
What is a Bio-design? Bio-design is a field that is incredibly relevant to all designers now, it entails using organic materials, getting inspiration from nature, creating a symbiotic link between live organisms and design, and enabling nature to influence the result. Using the natural world’s intelligence and adaptability, we can construct long-lasting creations that may
Designers and Scientists Exploring the Potential of Bio-Design Read More »
Introduction As the 120th birthday of surrealist icon Salvador Dalí approaches, the Salvador Dalí Museum in St. Petersburg, Florida, introduces an innovative ad campaign. This initiative features an AI-driven incarnation of Dalí’s voice, enabling visitors to engage with a virtual version of the artist. AI Technology Implementation Developed by San Francisco-based agency Goodby Silverstein &
Introduction A 51-year-old freelance artist is currently under investigation by local police for an unusual “property damage” case. The artist drilled two holes into a museum wall to hang his painting, hoping it would lead to his artistic breakthrough. The incident, which took place at a museum in Germany, has sparked comparisons to Banksy’s infamous
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In a groundbreaking effort to expand the narrative of Sikh identity in contemporary art, a new exhibition curated by Syona Puliady and Sonia Dhami is set to redefine the conversation surrounding Sikhism in the art world. Titled “I Will Meet You Yet Again: Contemporary Sikh Art,” this exhibition marks a significant departure from previous presentations
The Kutch region of Gujarat experienced one of the deadliest earthquakes in January of 2001. More than 20,000 people lost their lives in the quake, and a museum was inaugurated by our Prime Minister commemorating the same. The museum marks a celebration of resilience and hope within the community of families living in the region.
SmritiVan: Architectural Ingenuity and Living Tribute For the Victims of Bhuj Earthquake Read More »
There lies an Ashram near the banks of Sabarmati in the suburbs of Ahmedabad, it is the world renowned Sabarmati Ashram in Gujarat. This is where the Satyagraha movement began and was one of the abodes of Mahatma Gandhi between 1917 to 1930. The Dandi march began from this very monumental space, it was regarded
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
The Wooden Palace of Our Past: Discovering Padmanabhpuram Palace Read More »
A new museum was built for the newly independent nation in 1955, the foundation stone was laid by our very loved and first prime minister Jawaharlal Nehru and now the same museum is getting demolished very soon! In this article we shall delve on the early makings of the National Museum. This is the story
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Introduction After two decades of construction and an investment of one billion dollars, the Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM) is on the cusp of welcoming visitors. Described as the “largest museum in the world dedicated to one civilization,” the GEM is poised to become a leading hub for archaeological and historical research. Situated strategically between Cairo
How the Israel-Hamas Conflict Affected Tourism in Egypt? Read More »