HCP Design, Planning and Management Pvt. Ltd., Ahmedabad Pradeep Sachdeva Design Associates (PSDA), New Delhi Oasis Design, New Delhi RMA Architects, Mumbai Edifice Consultants Pvt. Ltd., Mumbai Studio POD, Mumbai Design Action Group (DAG), New Delhi Studio Symbiosis, New Delhi Swapnil Patil + Partners, Pune Morphogenesis, New Delhi
Urban planning firms in India form the…
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Positives of Chandigarh?s City Planning Negatives of Chandigarh?s City Planning
Chandigarh; the word itself is a moment, experience, idea, and most importantly the past with the idealistic Indian city future. The Chandigarh was one of the first planned cities in India after Independence. Chandigarh arose an Indian identity after independence and we marked on the…
Urban Heat Islands and Their Impact The Shift Towards Western Architecture Energy Costs and Climate Change Promising Sustainable Alternatives The Way Forward
India is renowned for its rich cultural heritage and advanced thinking, even in ancient times. Our vernacular architecture, ahead of its era, has always catered to people's well-being, both socially and physically. However,…
Key Components of Sustainable Interior Design
Challenges & Opportunities
Inspiring Case Studies
"The greatest threat to our planet is the belief that someone else will save it." ? Robert Swan, OBE.
This quote hits home, doesn't it? With increasing environmental awareness, there's a rising interest in sustainable interior design. This approach emphasises creating visually…
New Road / Landscape Projects + Gehl Architects
Coop Housing at River Spreefeld / Carpaneto Architekten + Fatkoehl Architekten + BARarchitekten
Bell Street Park / HEWITT + MIG|SvR
Punggol Neighbourhood and Polyclinic / Serie Architects + Multiply Architects
The Cooper Union for the Advancement of Science and Art / Morphosis Architects
Urbanisation has accelerated the…
The Rise of Sustainable Furniture
Innovative Materials and Production Methods
Multifunctional Designs: The Future of Functional Furniture
Case Examples in Contemporary Furniture Design
Conclusion
With consumers becoming more environmentally aware, people have taken a keen interest in incorporating sustainable furniture concepts; several designers have come up with the use of eco-friendly materials and the use…
The Foundation of Safety: A Historical Perspective
Real-World Impacts: Stories from the Field
The Economic and Environmental Cost
Striking a Balance: The Need for a Nuanced Approach
Innovations and Alternatives
Learning from Global Practices
Moving Forward
Imagine a typical two-story residential building in India. Built according to the Indian building code standards, it is designed…
1. The Pay Comes Really Late. Be Prepared.
2. Architecture is About 10% Creative and 90% Technical.
3. Out of the Textbook, into the Market.
4. Architecture is a Service Business. Learn the Business and the Numbers.
5. Architecture is Not the Solution to All Problems.
But isn?t This All Too Much?
When I…
The legacy of Ferragamo: a journey through the family's life history
The connection between the museum's location and its significance
Captivating the audience: the power of memorable exhibition
Navigating the museum's sections
Promoting sustainability: Italy's first green museum
The Ferragamo Museum is a captivating destination for art and fashion enthusiasts, located at the heart of…
Urban Sprawl in India
Causes of Urban Sprawl
Approaches to Mitigate Urban Sprawl
Conclusion
Urbanization is a growing global phenomenon, and India is no exception to the trend. With rapid urbanization, Indian cities have seen expansion with an increasing population within a few decades. This city expansion resulted in urban sprawl, a phenomenon that arose with…