Introduction The word hotel is derived from the French hotel, which refers to a French version of the townhouse. The term hotel was used for the first time by the fifth Duke of Devonshire to name a lodging property in London in AD 1760. The precursor to the modern hotel was the inn of medieval …
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Introduction A bus station is a structure where city or intercity buses stop to pick up and drop off passengers. While the term bus depot can also refer to a bus station, it refers to a bus garage. A bus station is larger than a bus stop, which is usually simply a place on the …
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Introduction Operating airports is extremely complicated, with a complex system of aircraft support services, passenger services, and aircraft control services contained within the operation. Thus, airports can be major employers, as well as important hubs for tourism and other kinds of transit. Because they are sites of operation for heavy machinery, several regulations and safety …
Train stations are uniquely depicted as romantic places from either books, movies, or tv shows. Perhaps it’s all those tearful goodbyes and joyful reunions, each one subtly different and personal. But behind these emotional scenes lie staggering techniques of design and engineering, which make railway stations among the world’s most intriguing and exceptional buildings. History …
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The term library is based on the Latin liber for ‘book’ or ‘document’, contained in Latin libraria ‘Collection of books’ and librarium ‘Container for books’. Library architecture has been one of the keystones of the profession since the early days of modernity. It fulfills a special function in society. Library buildings are places of learning, …
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Introduction A Bridge is defined as a structure built to span a physical obstacle such as a body of water, valley, road, or rail without blocking the way underneath. It is constructed to provide passage over the obstacle, which is usually something that is otherwise difficult or impossible to cross. There are many unique designs …
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Celebrity homes are basically luxury homes that aim to provide a charmed and resort life. Hence, many luxury apartments come with lavish amenities. Some of these include a gym, infinity pool, mini theatres, sitting plazas, walking tracks, a safe play area for kids, and more. We all are guilty of taking inspiration from Pinterest, YouTube, …
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Flagship shops are retail venues where the experiential, cultural, and branding elements take precedence over sales. The branding duties of luxury stores are critical in establishing new markets, cultivating current relationships, and instilling brand devotion among followers. Several marketing and architectural tactics are used by brands to achieve this goal. “Fashion is like Architecture, it …
What is a Café? A café is a type of restaurant that typically serves coffee, tea, and light refreshments, such as baked goods or snacks. The term “café” comes from the French word meaning coffee that is further derived from the Turkish kahve, meaning coffee. It is also sometimes known as a coffeehouse or a …
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Cities have decorated their constructed environments with eye-catching and fascinating colourful schemes throughout human history. Colours have risen in the urban environment to combat environmental factors such as heat and sun gain, as well as to build what has now become a tradition. These cities have drawn the attention of visitors as well as architects …
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