Expression of performance in music, dance, and art has always been regarded as the peak of intellectual ability by humans. Over the years this expression has become more nuanced and…
India is one of the most unequal countries in terms of wealth distribution, according to the World Inequality Report. Our country continuously battles this inequality, yet it is constantly divided…
Philip Johnson was initially a curator, who worked on the International Style exhibition at the Museum of Modern Art. The term ‘International Style’ has been credited to him, earning him…
Located in the leafy and upscale neighborhood of Kala Ghoda in Mumbai, home to countless cafes and art stores, Rhythm House holds a special place in the hearts of those…
“We shape our buildings, thereafter they shape us”. This famous quote by Winston Churchill perfectly describes the greatest construction feats of the last century. The 20th century was pivotal in…
Looking up the definition of the term ‘sustainable’ or ‘green architecture’, the internet succinctly defines it as ‘as one that seeks to minimize its negative environmental impact by efficiency and…
‘Climate Change’, a word that strikes immediate anxiety and feelings of uneasiness in most of us who follow the news, and rightly so. It is a defining issue of our…
History of Art in India can be interestingly understood by the 4 Art Movements explained here. From the prehistoric settlements of Bhimbetka to the various forms of contemporary art today,…
Architects often put great efforts into creating intricately detailed and beautifully crafted offices for themselves – an epitome of creativity and values of their practice. Creating and designing one’s own…
Originally known as the Fuller Building, the Flatiron Building was designed by Daniel Burnburn and Frederick Dinkelberg. The Flatiron Building was once the tallest in New York City, as it…
Cover image ©MYD Studio The relations between the practice of design and the construction industry have historically been plagued with inefficiency and myriad conflicts. This ‘rivalry’, as some may term…
Most times, the purpose a building serves is often outlived by the building itself. The built usually survives the dwindling usage of the project – architecture is enduring and many…