Ready to Stand Out? Five Social Media Content Ideas that Engage

The internet has become a high-volume warehouse of brands. But we’re still here for it, and pretty much nobody is going to leave. While the industry is saturated with picture-perfect project reveals and glossy magazine shots, the opportunity to deliver the most engaging design content comes from authenticity; embracing imperfection, process, and most of all,…

ByJigisha Sonii2 hours ago

Architecture Minimalism

How Japanese Minimalism is Transforming Western Architecture and Design

You’re walking through a quiet passageway bathed in light gushing in. Your bare feet feel the grain of the wooden flooring. Every surface feels intentional. There’s a sense of calm; it's visceral. No object calls for attention. You exhale without even realizing you were holding your breath. This is the uninterrupting essence of Japanese minimalism,…

ByJigisha SoniiJuly 17, 2025

Architecture SMART Exclusive

Designing the Future: How Young Creatives are Reshaping Architecture

Designers collaborating with communities © Archdaily “The best way to predict the future is to design it.” - Buckminster Fuller We are living in uncertain times, whether due to climatic changes, technological advancements, or societal shifts. For designers, surviving in this playground calls for a guiding manifesto and this powerful Buckminster Fuller quote feels more…

ByJigisha SoniiJuly 13, 2025

Architecture Culture

Baroque Architecture: How Colonized Communities Transformed European Style into Cultural Resistance

In the late 17th and 18th centuries, as European colonizers increasingly spread across the globe with power, they carried along not just political command but also their artistic traditions. Out of the many assertions, one symbol of their power and religious authority found heavy footing through ages. Known as ‘Baroque Architecture’, it features ornate details,…

ByJigisha SoniiJuly 9, 2025

Architecture

Hospitality Design for the Community: How Architects Are Rethinking What It Means to Host

Hospitality design is undergoing a quiet and major revolution. It is no longer just appreciated for grand entrances, soothing scents, or crisp linens. Designers are now exploring how hospitality spaces can extend beyond impressing guests. This new direction questions: What if hosting is not just about service but also stewardship? Can a cafe also be…

ByJigisha SoniiJuly 8, 2025

Articles

The Mirage of Architecture Visualization: Why Renders are Misleading

Picture this: A glistening glass tower rising toward a sky filled with white clouds. Its facade reflects golden sunlight that never seems to fade. Suited men holding briefcases and perfectly dressed women with neatly packaged cups of coffee, stroll through its compound. Their faces lit with contentment. Children play on perfectly manicured lawns while their…

ByJigisha SoniiJune 25, 2025

Articles

Mastering Architect Skills: 7 Key Competencies for Success in Architecture

1. Design Creativity 2. Technical Proficiency 3. Project management 4. Communication 5. Problem-solving abilities 6. Sustainable knowledge 7. Client relationship management Architect skills entail a wide variety of competencies necessary to navigate the diverse and multifaceted demands of this profession. From envisioning notable designs to overseeing the laborious completion of projects, the journey of becoming…

ByJigisha SoniiSeptember 3, 2024