Water scarcity issues are not new in India. Per capita water availability less than 1,700 cubic metre is considered water stressed and the present number in India is 1,545 cubic metre. Water resources ministry predicts water availability could plunge to 1,341 cubic metres in 2025 and as low as 1,140 by 2050. This scenario mirrors […]

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Most women have a passion for nurturing inbuilt in them, hence they naturally make good architects. Speaking of the mid 20th century, women were not supposed to be architects, much less have their own independent practices. But some spectacular women fought the odds and established themselves as renowned architects, not just in the country, but […]

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This year, on International Women’s Day, Gosmartbricks celebrates womanhood and recognizes the importance of a woman’s role in promoting and ensuring sustainable building practices in the country. Eminent Indian women architects like Sheila Sri Praksh and Shimul Javeri Kadri, who make us proud internationally, believe in building in harmony with nature; and continuously strive to […]

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Madeta, the largest processor of milk in the Czech Republic and the premises of the Madeta factory located in Budweis wanted the Madeta Akademie to create a clear visual identity for the company’s premises, invest in thermal insulation and sustainability and optimize synergistic use of the existing buildings. The Madeta factory is used to occupy […]

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Moving into a new house is one epic occasion, but again this can be overwhelming for several reasons. Knowing how to decorate a new home – and maybe on a budget – can be tough. Decorating your new home gives you a sense of elegance and relaxation every time you step in and spend your […]

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With the aim of becoming the world capital of CO2 reduction by reducing its carbon emissions by 50%, Rotterdam has developed a set of self-sustainable floating Pavilion in Rijnhaven in 2013, with ambitious plans to adapt to sea level. This project is a catalyst for battling climate change, operating from three connected domes anchored within […]

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Project Details Project Name – HOUSE CELOVŠKA 01, Ljubljana, Solvenia Category – Roof & Façade Year Of Completion – 2018 Products Used – Tondach Clay Roof Tiles In Slovenia, the term family home normally evokes a very specific image. Gregorc/vrhovec arhitekti very intentionally broke with this preconception with their HOUSE CELOVŠKA 01, creating a 7 […]

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According to United Nations, the present world population of 7.6 billion is expected to reach 9.8 billion by 2050, and 68% of that population will live in the cities. The reports further state that challenges like overcrowding, climate change, and paucity of space will also start affecting the cities more and more as we reach […]

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The inviting, warm brick façade makes it clear that De Leyhoeve is a place to feel good. Architect Hans Marquart of Marquart Architecten talks about innovative solutions for the future, sustainable design and maximum living comfort in old age. Our society is getting older. We need innovative ideas for living together and new forms of […]

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I was watching #HBO’s miniseries #Chernobyl, on the world’s worst man-made disaster of all time…the melt down of the Chernobyl nuclear power plant and the series’ creators beautifully highlighted the perils of employing cheap technology to save cost… It got me thinking seriously on how, in any industry, not just nuclear power plants, but across […]

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