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  As she entered the Delhi Metro construction site, on her very first day of work, she heard "She must be a visitor." "There were about a hundred men, mostly laborers with a small number of engineers. They believed I wouldn't last very long.” Annie recalled. The first and only  female tunnel construction engineer  in the nation remembers that there were no restrooms, no places to sit, and debris everywhere. In a world full changing and  emerging architectural trends , tunnel construction work is ready to rule the urban development.  Read More:  Sustainable Construction and Green Building: How Important They Are?   “A German engineer and my boss asked me to get inside it and open a nut. Even before I realized what I was doing, my face was gushed by hydraulic oil. The colleague said my face would glow for the rest of my life. Today tunnelling is my life," said  Annie , during the inauguration of South India's first underground Metro rail.   In ...

  A passionate promoter of architectural dialogue, Vaissnavi hosts the podcast Architecture Off-Centre, highlighting unconventional design practices and research projects that reflect emerging discourses within and beyond the design discipline. Our curiosity was piqued, and we met the designer to learn more about her magical thinking and maneuvers. BMR team interviewed the visionary architect Vaissnavi Shukl and explored the creation and future of Architecture off-centre. Vaissnavi Shukl is an architect, educator, and podcast host based out of Ahmedabad, India. After graduating in architecture from CEPT University, she went on to obtain her master’s degree from Harvard University, Graduate School of Design. Vaissnavi established her eponymous practice in 2020 with the goal of creating new contours of living that integrate the local culture through architecture.    Presently, championed by an all-women team, the practice works as a tight-knit family that draws upon the str...

  An emergent India represents a bright beacon on the shores of financial growth. GIFT, an integrated city is under construction between Ahmedabad and Gandhinagar in Gujarat providing next-in-class infrastructure, connectivity, technology, and legal framework. It is emerging as a platform for businesses across the world. The project involves the development of a new city with innovative expansion and modern infrastructure.   Ahmedabad is a UNESCO heritage city and is termed the architectural capital of India. It has set the goals for the world for its culture, social, tradition, festivals, history and innovation. Being a residential development in this integrated city, we derived its concept from the traditional and historical importance of its location. Step-Well, central courtyards, and jali/relief work have been incorporated to create a cognisance of conventional/historical with modern architecture.    Read:  Vaissnavi Shukl: A Visionary Architect   The ...

  Building design and construction is influenced and shaped by architectural trends, which are dynamic yet rooted in style.  Architectural trends  influence the design thinking process to produce built spaces that will meet the needs of the occupants for a very long time. These trends are influenced by a variety of factors, such as the environment, societal, economic, and geopolitical changes, technological advancements, material innovations, and even life-altering events like the recent health crisis. At this key moment in the effort to slow down the rise in global temperatures, designers must continue to prioritize carbon reduction through the use of  cutting-edge technologies, use of eco-friendly materials, and waste recycling in building construction.  Furthermore, a lot of densely populated cities are experiencing stress due to ongoing population growth and migration, particularly because most modern cities are not built with space efficiency in mind. ...

  A home has to serve a variety of purposes for its dwellers and guests to be deemed an ideal quarter of relaxation and rewinding--whether it's grand and expansive or cozy in its look and function. With a similar quest in front of them, Aarunya Architects leading creators Raxit Shah and Rutvi Trivedi set out to design a 5-BHK home in Vadodara, Gujarat for Dr. Tushar and his family that shaped into a discovery of design in the redefined way.  They’d remarked, “We always imagined living in a striking home with fanciful details and pop of colours with sensuous furniture that can be conversation starters, in turn, contrasting to Vadodara’s context.” Thus began the engaging journey of creating a 2583-sq. ft. abode, where furniture, colours, and materials only transpired as an extension of the owners.    Spatial Creation of the Home   While a strong, thoughtful design language binds every space together, the beautifully assorted sculptural furniture, decor, and interi...

  A captivating  Spiral Sculpture House  redefines living in  Bali's Jungle designed by Alexis Dornier  sets a remarkable example of creativity and tectonics. The completion of this remarkable project exemplifies the power of collaboration, innovation, and the human spirit's boundless creativity.    “It stands as a testament to our commitment as architects to challenge the ordinary and create spaces that inspire and captivate all who encounter them.”     “As an architect, I embarked on a daring and transformative journey to create a residence that breaks free from conventional living and embraces the spirit of freedom in Bali's lush jungle. Commissioned with a simple yet profound brief – ‘We have lived in boxes our entire life - we now seek the opposite’ - I set out to craft an architectural masterpiece that defies gravity and captivates the human spirit,” explained Ar. Alexis Dornier    Read More:  The Elegance of Fluidity: Wh...