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6 beautiful religious attractions around the world.

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One of the best parts of traveling is coming across and visiting some beautiful structures, monuments and buildings. Especially religious attractions have a different aura about them as they radiate nothing but beauty and purity. Almost every religion in the world recognizes the spirituality of travel. Each of these places is given great significance for the roles they play in different belief systems. Here are 6 attractions, that are breathtaking and awe-inspiring even to the people in their own religion, also a special mention to 2 other incredible structures. Here they are!

How to prepare for an Architecture Viva?

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After attending many juries during my academic years of learning Architecture in both my Undergraduate & Postgraduate courses, the knack to come up with the best form of preparation is something I improved over time. Some Architecture viva’s can be scary and difficult, but everything can be done easily, with the right method! So here is everything you need to get you all set for an Architecture jury– from the experience of being a University Rank holder myself, so let’s get started!

How Color Affects Architecture?

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“Color is one of the oldest architectural design elements – colorless architecture does not exist.” - Steffanie Wettstein. We all love different concepts of colors & their impacts on our lives. Colors can make us feel happy or sad, and they can make us feel hungry or relaxed. But what role does color play in Architecture? Being more than just a finishing element in the design, there is a lot more that gets connected to the essence of a space, than looks of an interior design or perception of an exterior façade. Here are some interesting facts on how does color actually affects Architecture!

Exploring the Importance of Geometry in Architecture.

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Architects use geometry to study and divide space as well as draft detailed building plans. Architectural geometry is an area of research that combines applied geometry and architecture, which looks at the design, analysis, and manufacturing processes. Designers, Builders, and engineers rely on geometric principles to create structures safely. Designers apply geometry to make the aesthetically pleasing spaces Architects also use geometry by the composition of certain shapes to form their building’s skeleton & structure. Sharing the importance of Geometry in Architecture, here are 4 interesting facts emphasizing its importance.

5 Most Fascinating Green & Sustainable Buildings in India.

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Contributing to developing smart solutions in Architecture & Design, India has been progressing quite well. Acquiring incredible ratings from sustainable rating systems, both nationally and internationally, thus improving the environment with better building practices. By improving energy efficiency, green buildings also help reduce indoor air pollutants related to serious health issues. Out of the many incredible sustainable buildings in India, here are some of the most fascinating green buildings!

Buildings that tell a Story!

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Storytelling is an art and so is the art to represent it in buildings. Architecture is an ever-present form of visual storytelling. The built environment has the ability to capture the history of a place and tell that story through space. Architecture forms a visual, spatial link between the past, present, and future, becoming a point in the timeline of a place and culture. Here are some buildings that have a story to tell, hears them out!

The role of Architecture in the Pandemic World.

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“An idea is salvation by imagination.” – Frank Lloyd Wright.   The pandemic has almost changed entirely how we live & use our spaces. Including homes, workspaces, or converting existing architecture into hybrid spaces for multiple uses. Especially in Architecture, the role has a taken up a vast turn in terms of certain valid considerations to be taken up while designing these spaces. As an Architect myself, and seeing the spaces around me transform over the past couple of months, is worth something to be highlighted upon. Here is how Architecture plays a vital role in the planning & design aspect of the Pandemic world.