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, […]
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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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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Introduction Climate change is being fueled by our growing built environment. Although concrete is cost-effective and durable, it causes high carbon emissions, resource depletion, and urban heat islands. Due to this, architects are constantly seeking sustainable materials and approaches to construction that can slow down this global issue. Thus, the timber renaissance emerges in the
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Introduction In thе midst of our prеssing nееd to takе carе of thе еnvironmеnt, somеthing incrеdiblе is happеning in our citiеs. Amongst thе towеring buildings and busy strееts, a quiеt rеvolution is unfolding: urban agriculture. No longer confinеd to thе outskirts, thе act of growing food within city limits is gaining momеntum. In this article,
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Introduction Let us dive into the fascinating world of land art. Imagine this: vast landscapes are transformed into breathtaking works of art, where nature and human creativity come together in perfect harmony. That’s what land art is all about. It’s a movement that emerged in the late 1960s, captivating artists and audiences alike with its
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Introduction The building industry is developing to adopt more sustainable practises as the pressing need for environmental conservation becomes more generally recognised. There’s a growing demand for sustainable building materials to minimise the construction’s adverse effect on the environment as well as for increasing energy efficiency and durability. This article will analyse the ten innovative
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Introduction In the realm of public building design, architects and urban planners are now prioritizing strategies that harmonize with the natural surroundings instead of opposing them, as sustainability plays a vital role in this field. The domain of architecture has made significant progress, transitioning from passive approaches that optimize daylight to proactive ones that incorporate
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Sustainable building materials that are economical, renewable, and environmentally benign are growing in favour. Bamboo is a grass that grows swiftly, and because of its superior traits and capabilities, it is now a viable substitute for traditional building materials. This article explores the numerous advantages, disadvantages, and real-world applications of bamboo as a sustainable building
Global Warming It’s a long history that the earth has warmed and cooled over a period of time. But now the climate has changed drastically because of human activities. There has been a significant change in the sunlight due to the shift in the orbit. Global warming as we know is the significant rise in
