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Materiality of ideas
Architecture is the art of blending culture with emotions; it is multi-sensory and manifests itself through materials. Building materials and construction techniques act as mediators for this blending. Materials and their inherent qualities evoke feelings and reveal the meaning behind … Continue reading
Architecture in India since 1990: a survey of the contemporary built environment in India
Rahul Mehrotra a practicing architect and urban designer in Mumbai and Boston, where he also teaches at Harvard University was on a seven city tour in India to launch his most recent publication – Architecture in India: Since 1990. In … Continue reading
Posted in Architecture, Culture, Design, Indian Art and Architecture, Travel
Tagged Alternate Energy, Architecture in India since 1990, contemporary indian architecture, Counter Modernism, faith based architecture, Globalization, impatient capital, landscape of pluralism, Rahul Mehrotra, Regional Manifestation
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A day in Calcutta as sweet as Mishti Doi
It has been a little over three weeks now since I began working. I still reach work about 10 to 15 minutes before the official start time. My first project is in Calcutta. So last week when I was told that … Continue reading
Posted in Architecture, Culture, Design, Indian Art and Architecture, Travel
Tagged Architecture, Calcutta, Interiors, Working in India
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A thrilling first week at work
My first day at work I reached the office by 10:18 am and I found myself knocking on the door. I was then let in by one of the office assistants (or peons as they are referred to in India) … Continue reading
Posted in Architecture, Culture, Design, Food, Indian Art and Architecture, Travel
Tagged Architecture, Bademiya, Bombay, building, Cafe Mondegar, Colaba, Culture, Design, Hafeez Contractor, Interiors, Mumbai, Tardeo, Working in India
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The Fine Art of Investment
India’s burgeoning economy and wealth is encouraging young entrepreneurs to invest in alternative markets. What are these alternative markets? These are antiques, art and fine wine to name a few. With very little to less knowledge on this topic I … Continue reading
BYOI: Bring your own ideas
Arbour – Research Initiatives in Architecture, a space for research and conversations on contemporary architecture in India and Asia was launched in the first week of December by hosting a series of conversations on ideas, architecture and practice. Arbour means … Continue reading
Posted in Architecture, Art, Culture, Design, Indian Art and Architecture
Tagged Alice in Bhuleshwar, Arbour, Architect, Architectural Theory, Architecture, art, Atul Dodiya, Bombay, Culture, Design, Design Innovation, Kaiwan Mehta, Mumbai, Pecha Kucha Mumbai, Research Initiatives in Architecture, Sen Kapadia
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Most expensive house in the world – wasteful or lavish self-indulgence?
Is such lavish display of wealth necessary and sustainable? The Guardian recently reported Indian Prime Minister Mr. Manmohan Singh calling on business leaders to “eschew conspicuous consumption” and “be role models of moderation.” Reactions to the house have been mixed … Continue reading
Posted in Culture, Design, Indian Art and Architecture, Travel
Tagged Architect, Architecture, Bombay, building, Charles Correa, Culture, Design, Forbes, growth, India, Mukesh Ambani, Mumbai, Reliance Industries, Travel
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Celebrating the past and building for the future.
Hyderabad is at a crucial juncture in it’s cultural history. The city is in a constant battle with itself where it is trying to maintain itself as a culturally rich city known for it’s architecture, multilingual culture and fine cuisine. … Continue reading
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