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Whilst 'neo-futurist architecture' as a term evolved in the 1960's, characterized by an 'uninhibited architectural approach', the prolific global mushrooming of 'iconic' built forms that we see in present times, spurred Team IAnD to probe the larger picture of what makes architecture iconic and what is the response it elicits…

Design Forum International (DFI) designs a modern architectural intervention in Kolkata: The Dakshineshwar Skywalk

A-cero, Spain presents a single family villa that showcases the best of client needs, architectural design and chic material palette. Read on to find out how a material can lift an architectural idea

Creating a miniature real-world for a make-believe narrative, Architecture BRIO design a scaled-to-fit doll house incorporating real miniature fixtures and fittings. Check it out and leave us your views...

Can thematic contemporary architecture become dated? Check out this stunning minimalist chapel - the epitome of a purpose-driven architectural project, and leave us your views...

Why are more and more old buildings being complimented by modern structures in close proximity? When should one design contextually? Are there any set tenets? Read about Ar. Zaha Hadid's new steel structure at the Oxford University building and leave us your views...

@sid-lee architecture in association with @architecture49 have redesigned the #FairmontHotel, Montreal in tandem with its historical legacy. Check out the modernist underscoring and leave us your views…

The architectural concept of the new Centre for Technology and Design in St. Pölten, Austria fosters a congenial atmosphere among diverse alumni and, thus serves two purposes: it creates a contemporary working atmosphere and a high degree of interdisciplinarity… Check it out here...

The crux lies in exploiting a discerning tested-design route or does it really? Check out this show flat interiors based on classical modernism and leave us your views…

Skyward Inc Architects' concrete structure features Vastu principles along with modern aesthetics

Ar. Shigeru Ban's Aspen Art Museum sits in a glass box wrapped in a wooden lattice frame, upheld by the architect's reinventive design approach. Check it out here...

Elips Design Architecture's Attic Loft project proves that modern, minimalistic designs can develop and revolutionise even the most unexpected and unassuming spaces. Check out the interiors of this loft in Istanbul and leave us your views…

The Põltsamaa Castle complex stands as an exemplary proof of Estonia's rich architectural heritage, with each component steeped in history and purpose, while subtly embracing modernity. Studio Argus designs this stunning adaptive reuse project.

Architecture and fashion have a long standing relationship; but actually incorporating the textile weave in a building façade is another thing. SPARK's 'pleated' and 'woven' façade for the award-winning mixed-use development Jing Mian Xin Cheng in Beijing demonstrates that depth of experience need not be forgotten despite the speed of the central city's expansion. 'Pleats' of perforated aluminium sheeting and a 'weave' of rippling windows resolve a variety of practical issues, while referencing a textile market that formerly operated on the site. Check it out here…

India Art n Design (dot)com in conversation with Carlos Arnaiz Architects on their people-centric, culturally sensitive design of sacred spaces. Check out the ideologies that have led to the amazing architecture of contemporary churches like 100-Walls Church and La Salle Church among others…

Reiterating that space (metaphorically too) is an important element of life and lifestyles, Axelrod Architects chisel an 80's home into a sleek modern structure carefully maintaining the nature connect…

It's extremely rare that we come across built-forms that deliberately yield to the power of the landscape they're set in. Agree? Read about one such modern boathouse, set in a Canadian landscape and leave us your views.

Ar. Gaurav Roy Choudhury creates a three-dimensional volumetric play in this modern home in Bangalore. Check it out here and leave us your comments…

Apollo Architects & Associates' Ark House is the modern version of Noah's Ark!