Tag: indian architecture
Spectacular Train Station Architecture around the World
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…
GB Road and its intriguing architecture in Delhi
Introduction The architecture of old Delhi has always been a topic of my interest. When we talk about Old Delhi the places that strike us are Chandi Chowk, Chawri Bazaar, Lahori gate, Ajmeri gate, Nai Sadak, etc. But we neglect or deliberately ignore the most visited yet not an appropriate topic of discussion…. YES, it’s…
Vastu for East Facing House: A Planning Solution for 21st Century
When it comes to designing houses, it is always advised to build east facing houses. The orientation of a plot is a big factor in its practicality and appeal for year-round use. Rather than just dealing with the layout and direction of a house it also deals with shades of colors, patterns, and design elements.…
Interesting Peep into a European House Design: An Off-Grid Experience
“There is a certain history, tradition, and continuity that you can see in European Architecture”- Spela Videcnik. European House Design European Architecture Europe has had a great influence in the field of architecture, unlike any other continent. Europe has a long tradition of architecture that dates back to ancient times which helped in providing unique…
Bridge Architecture: An Exquisite Guide to Bridge Design
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…
Architecture in Bollywood: An Exclusive Guide to Architecture in Movies
Introduction Bollywood is one of the largest production industries in the world. Film location tourism is a serious business in these countries and competition is stiff. Given the way Indian popular cinema is driven by its aspirational qualities, foreign locations add value, many Bollywood movies have been shot abroad with scenic landscapes, monumental sites, and…
Cycladic Architecture: An Alluring Architecture of Mykonos
White as the sun, blue as the sea, and enthralling as legends from the past. Mykonos, like the rest of the Cycladic islands, has a distinct architectural style based on simple materials and lines. Its structures were built to meet the demands of the original occupants, but now they blend seamlessly with the Aegean Sea’s…
Workplace design: Innovative Use of Office spaces
Introduction An adult human being spends on average around 90000 hours at work over a lifetime. The changes in office design depend on the advancement in technology, new career prospects, and the category of people working there. The changes in workplace design have been tremendous in the last decade or so. The offices which we…
11 Fascinating Reasons Why People Like History in Architecture
Introduction The process and product of planning, designing, and constructing buildings or other structures are both referred to as architecture. Architectural works in the physical form of buildings are frequently perceived as cultural symbols and works of art. Architectural achievements from historical civilizations are frequently used to identify them. The practice, which dates back to…
Temple Architecture and Human Psychology: Is Modern Society Responsive towards it?
Introduction The soul of a Hindu Temple is influenced by the philosophy that everything is linked with each other and in the end, it all comes together. According to Indian philosophy, the most vital and noteworthy values are the pursues of artha (wealth and prosperity); kama (sex and pleasure); dharma (moral life and virtues); and…
