The notion to 'Un-school' is rife amongst millennials and Gen Z. There are good arguments made by both sides regarding the advantages of self learning and the extra edge gained via design schools. Some believe unlearning or self-learning is the way to go forward whereas others assert the importance of design institutions. As is the case with most discussions...
Designers often struggle with the idea of how much to deliver before acquiring a new project whereas clients would like to see options and ideas before they can finalize the team. The tussle between what the clients can expect and how much they can give away, before signing the papers, is a real one. This leaves the clients in...
Metal is a popular material choice for space designers. It is one trend which has withstood the test of time - both in terms of style and durability. Iron, steel, gold, bronze, copper or silver - metals can add a glossy touch and elevate the look of any space. It is a versatile material and can be employed in...
One thing which I frequently come across as an architect and interior designer is people's fear of making permanent changes to their living environment. Often, parents and elders are scared to make radical alterations to their homes or offices. Perhaps they are afraid of expensive redesign, losing familiarity with their space or are just too attached to old furniture...
In a bid to start a clear dialogue about the racial injustices in America and as repentance for the mass atrocities committed, EJI proposed building a memorial which recognizes this dark past. A fitting tribute to the injustices faced and remembrance of their lives could be the beginning of recovery and rehabilitation. The National Memorial for Peace and Justice...
The last few months have been very hard for the whole World. Dealing with the Covid-19 pandemic, being away from friends and loved ones, losing jobs and staying indoors for months on end has taken a heavy toll on our physical and mental peace. The long hours at home can also be challenging especially in India, where crowded neighborhoods,...
The hands on involvement in every aspect of design right from the first conceptual sketch to the very last decorative feature in a space is a quality of the best designers. Design is a participatory process - for the professionals envisioning the space, the clients who will use it and for the skilled people building it. The construction of...
Design is such a fun medium to express and create. Ideas take center stage in the form of spaces, facades, furniture and products. Functionality and aesthetic go hand in hand when it comes to usable art - statement pieces which trigger conversations. Art comes alive in the form of these exceptional chair designs from furniture designers. Let's take a...
For many years now, humans have been encroaching on the planet, claiming for themselves the biggest chunk of Earth. Differentiation has become the practice wherein everyone wants to disregard the needs of the 'others'. This other category encompasses people from other places, nationalities, color or caste, nature, wildlife, ageing population, disabled or poor. However, co-existence in the expanding world...
"We shape our buildings; thereafter they shape us", Winston Churchill's famous quote rings true for so many of our structures. Architecture is an important tool which heals, evolves and spreads cheer. Mental health and stress need to be openly spoken about and designers should take into account how the spaces they create dictate a person's mental health and happiness. Spaces have the...