Russell Jones established a studio in London in 1993 that is renowned for finely crafted Architecture and Design. Together with a small, dedicated team, the studio has completed projects throughout the world. In this interview, he talks about how fine contemporary architecture can coexist with traditional building stock, making best use of urban space and […]

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Formal education or degree isn’t prerequisite to get into the profession of architecture. Well, this might sound strange to most of the present-day architects, but it is one reality. Did you know there are many architects across the globe who did not take any formal education in architecture, in fact, are self-taught? The most prominent […]

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Roofs do much more than just serving the basic purpose of protecting a home and its occupants from sun, wind, rain, snow and other outside elements. For instance, the shape of a roof plays a huge role in defining and characterizing the complete look and elegance of a house. In addition to this, a roof […]

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The National Association of Homebuilders say, “If all the dimensional lumber used to build the 1.2 million new homes constructed in the United States each year were laid end to end, it would extend 2 million miles, the equivalent of going to the moon and back six and a half times”— This is surely one […]

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We all understand protection from wind, rain, and snow are the major functions of a roof. And of course, this is one of the major reasons we need a roof that is strong enough and performs well. But again, roofs actual performance depends on how it is essentially constructed. There is a lot to understand […]

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Across the globe, in almost all countries and cities, architectural structures which turn into prominent landmarks and gain popularity are the ones which are either – Tall, Long, or Big. It’s a common thing for people to get attracted to such structures, in fact, it is a new trend in the architecture industry to create […]

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Furniture and fittings can be replaced with time, but flooring is something which is going to stay for a very-very long period isn’t it? No wonder, Indians put in a lot of effort in selecting flooring materials. But again, considering the designing aspect of a home, flooring is something that is given very less thought, […]

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We come across countless numbers of buildings every single day, don’t we? So, how many did grab your attention? Which one of them looked welcoming, imposing, or dramatic to you? Well, we come across different kinds of buildings, and of course, we do have different reactions for each one of them. Few are tall with […]

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Jason Mclennan is one of the most powerful individuals in the field of architecture and green building movement today. He is the CEO of the International Living Future Institute, a leading NGO (Non-Governmental Organization) which focuses on the transformation to a world that is socially just, culturally rich and ecologically restorative. It wouldn’t be wrong […]

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Today human shelters have transformed, it’s no more under the trees or in caves – currently skyscrapers, hi-tech complexes, and sub-terrain bunkers are the real meaning of shelter homes for us. Well, all the possible credit goes to the very discovery of reinforced cement concrete. But again, as construction industry evolves and upgrades, new challenges […]

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