Author: Nikitha Sunil
Nikitha Sunil
Nikitha Sunil, a bachelor’s degree holder in architecture from ASADI, India, discovered her passion for writing through her contributions to design magazines and journals. She has bylines in various renowned publications and is actively involved in her family-managed local interior design studio. Guided by her love for aesthetics and sustainability, Nikitha seeks to design spaces that positively impact lives. With expertise in online media and strategic communications, she is dedicated to sharing compelling stories about architecture and design with a wider audience.
Tadao Ando’s architecture has redefined biophilic design through his masterful interplay of light, water, and greenery with minimalist concrete forms. Iconic works like the Church of the Light and Benesse Art Site inspire architects today to merge sustainability with nature-centric aesthetics in contemporary projects.
Uncover the genius of Gaudí architecture, where natural forms meet mathematical precision. Explore Antoni Gaudí’s groundbreaking use of geometry and biomimicry, inspiring the evolution of parametric design.
Facades are more than architectural envelopes; they are storytellers of cultural heritage and societal values. From Jean Nouvel’s Institut du Monde Arabe to Zaha Hadid’s Riyadh masterpiece, discover how building skins blend tradition and innovation, transforming cities into cultural mosaics.
The UCCA Clay Museum by Kengo Kuma & Associates transforms Yixing’s ceramic legacy into a contemporary cultural marvel. Seamlessly merging local traditions with cutting-edge technology, the museum is a testament to sustainable design and parametric innovation, reshaping our understanding of heritage spaces.
Unveiled at Dubai Design Week, DEOND’s “Enfold” pavilion integrates AI-driven ‘second skin’ technology to bridge physical and digital realms. Inspired by Eastern and Western philosophies, the installation offers a unique therapeutic experience with its immersive, biophilic design—marking a bold experiment in how architecture can nurture human well-being.
Klyde Warren Park in Dallas redefines urban green spaces, ingeniously built atop a freeway. Explore its architectural brilliance, engineering challenges, and eco-friendly innovations inspiring modern urban design.
Open Architecture’s Sun Tower in Yantai redefines modern landmarks. Seamlessly integrating advanced technology and sustainable design, this parametric structure acts as a giant sundial, embodying cultural storytelling while embracing innovation.
The Empire State Building, an Art Deco icon, is setting sustainability benchmarks with cutting-edge retrofits and a net-zero goal by 2030. Explore its legacy alongside the Jeddah Tower, a futuristic marvel redefining skyscraper design.
Graphisoft’s 2024 BIM suite delivers cutting-edge features like AI Visualisation and advanced parametric workflows. With seamless collaboration tools and sustainable design support, it sets a new benchmark for efficiency and innovation in architectural design.
MAD Architects’ Lishui Airport nears completion, showcasing a design that merges architecture with nature. Located in Lishui, China, the terminal embodies sustainability, convenience, and a vision for future aviation growth.