Architecture + Design Magazine - August 2023

In this issue

This Issue has been tremendously interesting to collate. Right from the research to the in-depth conversations with the architects, to the writing of the pieces, it’s been a learning experience. Museums and other such cultural spaces essentially become the identity of the city, the state and the country. Take for instance, The Louvre in Paris, The Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York, the Guggenheim Museum Bilbao in Spain, these museums are integral parts of the identity of the city. India still has a long way to go. But with museums like Smritivan, MAP, Museum of Socialism…it’s only a matter of time.

PIONEERING SUSTAINABILITY AND INNOVATION IN POLYCARBONATE AND ACRYLIC SHEET MANUFACTURING

Tilara Polyplast leads the way in extruded plastic sheets manufacturing, setting new benchmarks with unparalleled expertise, premium quality, and exporting to over 25 countries globally.

3 mins

A DESIGN ODYSSEY

In October this year, Hyderabad is set to witness the first edition of Design Democracy. We speak to the founders, Shailja Patwari and Pallika Sreewastav, about their vision for this ambitious project.

5 mins

Siddharth Bathla & Prashasti Chandra ON THE EVOLUTION OF CURATED SPACES

The designers share their thought process and vision to inspire society by creating narratives and experiences within the museum context, with focus on the Smritivan Earthquake Museum in Bhuj that serves as a symbol of hope and resilience.

10+ mins

PUTTING ART ON THE MAP

With an iconic design by Mathew & Ghosh Architects, the Museum of Art & Photography (MAP) intends to be a catalyst of change that traces relationships between artistic disciplines

3 mins

M2 ART CENTRE: AN INVERTED VALLEY TOWARDS INNER JOURNEYS

From a simple wedding dress showroom, the M2 Art Centre in Hangzhou has undergone a profound transformation to become a space for reflection and spiritual exploration.

6 mins

FLUID SCULPTURE

The project, designed by tHE GRID Architects, showcases an innovative and thoughtful approach to address the pressing challenge of sustainable construction, creating a built environment that is environmentally friendly, culturally rich and visually captivating.

3 mins

A CELESTIAL EXPERIENCE

France Welcomes a Mesmerising New Planetarium and Observatory - Orionis, Drawing Inspiration from the Graceful, Elliptical Movement of the Stars. Crafted by the Visionary Minds at Snøhetta, Showcasing a Confluence of Design Intellect and Celestial Wonders.

3 mins

THE PRADHANMANTRI SANGRAHALAYA: A SYMBOL OF INDIA'S RISE AND PROGRESS

The Pradhanmantri Sangrhalaya stands as a testament to the hands that have shaped the nation, representing India's rise as a global power.

3 mins

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