Sunlight, Breeze, a Balcony: When Did the Basics of Living Become Luxury?
A large balcony, good daylight and cross-ventilation are now sold as premium features. But why have the basic needs of living become luxury amenities?
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Architecture
Architecture Today: When the Remix Can’t Beat the Original
Ah, the modern remix. You know the drill: take a timeless classic, strip out its soul, pump in a synthetic beat, and…
When Did “Good Enough” Become the Benchmark for Design in India’s Urban Landscape ?
Across India’s urban landscape, be it a government school, a corporate office, a mid-tier hospital, or a high-rise apartment, one disturbing trend…
Boxed In & Bored Out: Our Design Impact on Cities in India
Ever felt like you’re trapped behind a glass wall? That’s not just existential dread. That’s your nervous system reacting to your surroundings.…
Buildings Speak. Are We Listening?
Have you ever stepped into a room and instantly felt your shoulders drop? Or walked into a space that made you feel…
10 Key Features of the Newly Inaugurated Indian Parliament
In a magnificent display of architectural prowess and a testament to India’s democratic evolution, the New Indian Parliament emerges as a beacon…
An Open Letter to Reimagine Architectural Education and Practice in India
This article is an open letter to fellow architects, urban practitioners, designers, and thinkers. The urban environment is extremely important to our…
City Architecture Has become a Punishment in Covid19
The world is negotiating extremely troubled times. Everyone seems confused, anxious, possibly afraid, perhaps trying to make sense of the perpetual uncertainty…