In the ever-evolving landscape of the creative industries, the boundaries between disciplines are increasingly porous. Architecture, fashion, media, and performing arts are no longer isolated silos; they are interconnected dialects…
Category: Heritage
The Architecture of Identity: Nezar AlSayyad on Heritage, Cinema, and the Global South
Architecture is often viewed simply as the art of building. But for Nezar AlSayyad, it is a sound argument—a narrative written in stone and social history. As a professor emeritus…
The Forgotten Building Materials That Outlive Concrete by 400 Years in Kerala | Architect Vinodkumar MM
As an architecture journalist, I often hear the debate between modern convenience and traditional wisdom. We are constantly sold the idea that newer is stronger, and that “expensive” equates to…
Embracing Traditional Architecture in Modern Design: Insights from Architect Gayatri founder of Mutram
Starting an independent architectural practice is no small feat, especially when trying to balance heritage with contemporary client demands. For Architect Gayatri, the founder of the Madurai-based firm “Mutram,” the…
Pallavaneswaram Buddha Vihara at Kaveripoombattinam and Indo-Chinese Connection
Throughout our childhood, we heard stories about Buddha, who, as a prince named Siddhartha, gave up his wealth, home, and family to discover the meaning of life and become enlightened.…