Deepika Shukla

Architecture, Man and Nature: The Important Symbiotic Relationship

The Important Symbiotic Relationship

Introduction Among these intricate threads, one of the most compelling relationships we can unravel is the intricate bond shared by people, architectural marvels, and the environment. A Timeless Tale of Architecture and Nature Envision the connection between architecture and nature as an enduring narrative, much like an ageless love story. Just as two souls engage […]

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Shaping the Future of Architecture: Inspiring Stories of Women Architects

Shaping the Future of Architecture

Introduction In the dynamic field of architecture, some people are notable for their inventiveness and environmentally conscious practices. In addition to shaping skylines, these four extraordinary architects—Brinda Somaya, Sheila Sri Prakash, Revathi Kamath, and Marina Tabassum—have also woven a tapestry of tradition and sustainability into their architectural legacies. Brinda Somaya: An Architect Weaving Tradition and

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Embracing Nature’s Genius: Inspiring Biomimicry Examples

biomimicry

Biomimicry in Architecture Esplanade: Theatres on the way Project: Public – Arts Centre  Designed by: DP Architects in partnership with Michael Wilford Inspired by: Durian (a fruit) – The hard thorn exterior The Esplanade Theatre is a prominent performing arts venue in Singapore’s Marina Bay that serves as a showcase for innovative architecture.  Officially opened

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An Adrian Smith Perspective: Exploring Iconic Towers with Master Builder

Adrian smith

 “We use a holistic, integrated design approach that explores symbiotic relationships with the natural environment.” – Architect Adrian Smith About Adrian Smith, born in 1944, has a passion for tall structures and has studied architecture at Texas A&M and Chicago. He introduced the concept of contextualism, which considers a building’s relationship to its surrounding context

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Laurie Baker: An Important Pioneer in Sustainable Architecture and Eco-Friendly Construction

laurie baker

Introduction The incredible tale of British-born architect Laurie Baker, who dedicated his life to serving the housing needs of the impoverished, is told in this account of his architectural journey. While he may have followed a successful profession back home, fate had other ideas. When Baker was first exposed to the ideas of Mahatma Gandhi,

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Pearl Academy, Jaipur: Where Tradition Meets Contemporary Sustainability

Pearl Academy, Jaipur

Location: JaipurArea: 3 acresClimatic Zone: Hot-DryArchitects: Morphogenesis Introduction The Pearl Academy of Fashion in Jaipur is a campus that has been designed to provide an environmentally responsive passive habitat. The institute develops dynamic places for a creative student body to work in multipurpose zones that effortlessly integrate the interiors and the outdoors. The institute’s radical architecture is the

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