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Chinese architect Liu Jaikun wins the 2025 Pritzker Architecture Prize. He is known for methodology-driven design philosophy focussing on contextual adaptation rather than imposing a signature aesthetic. The jury commended Liu for "affirming architecture that celebrates the lives of ordinary citizens" and for his ability to create communal spaces in dense urban landscapes. Team IAnD congratulates Ar. Liu for this enormous achievement.

Several design issues call out for solutions and it becomes the prerogative of the architect to recognize, analyse and suggest appropriate measures. Read here about a design practice in Delhi and their optimization of permissible area in accordance with building norms... and do leave us your views.

Even a fragment of a strong personal deliberation can sometimes influence a sea-change. Read here to join an Indian architect in his quest for Tradition vs. Technology. We await your comments.

With a sudden rise in organic architectural elements, and an equal uprising in architectural software, team India Art n Design (dot) com speaks to Computational Designer and Architect Vignesh Kaushik to get some insights…

Kebony has been honored with an Architizer A+ Award in "Architecture +Sustainability". Stein Hamre Architects chose Kebony wood for the exterior on Helgeland Kraft's Øvre Forsland Power Station, which is also referred to as the world's most beautiful hydraulic power plant.

Shilpa Architects' Global Design Studio's LEED Platinum rating for a multi tenant office space in Chennai is commendable. Find out more here...

Eminent Indian Woman Architect, Ar. Brinda Somaya, who has to her credit several key accomplishments in the field of architecture, conservation and urban planning initiatives is awarded Honorary Doctorate by the Smith College... Brinda Chinnappa Somaya, Indian Architect and Urban Conservationist steps into the prestigious Smith College league of celebrated Honours.

In architecture,  it is a rare occasion that an image of a built structure is as striking as the concept drawings. It is a sad truth, but often the structure has to be walked in and felt in order for its true aesthetic to shine through. In fact, often the more innovative and arresting the concept image, the less chance that the building will even be built. However, there are the rare few that actually outshine their concept images and intrigue us as to how they were ever constructed. World-renowned architects Daniel Libeskind have done just that with the completion of the incredibly 'Reflections at Keppel Bay' development.

Photography: Courtesy Z Z Architects "Spaces that inspire rather than soothe" is the operating mantra as corporate India gears up to compete on the global platform feels Ar. Krupa Zubin. Mumbai-based architectural and interior design practice, ZZ Architects' Ar.

Architecture has traditionally incorporated a number of fields in its complex processes. From mathematics to the arts, architecture involves a highly varied skill base. But one area that has not been incorporated into architecture is biology. Until now. In recent years, the correlation between biology and architecture has aligned and the two are increasingly become more intertwined. In light of increasing carbon emissions and the rise of the green building sector, architects are becoming increasingly more innovative in their design schemes.

Australian architecture has had an impressive start to 2012, already boasting a globally recognised industry award. The architectural firm in question is Australia's own HASSELL who have been ranked as the number one practice in all of Australasia at this year's BD World Architecture survey. Managing Director of the firm Robert Blackhouse indicated that the achievement is a testament to the works, both nationally and internationally, that HASSELL has been producing.

One of London's more whimsical architecture competitions has been completed once and for all, and the much speculated 'a room for London' design concept now stands. The competition, run by Living Architecture, boasted a much lusted after brief that offered the winning design team the chance to build a room on top of the Queen Elizabeth Hall, to act as a temporary accommodation space throughout the 2012 Olympic Games. The incredible competition, which ran throughout 2011, picked the finalist collaboration team of architectural firm David Kohn architects and Fiona Banner with their quirky and imaginative design scheme which has seen the completion of a boat-shaped living space overlooking some of the most famous London sights. The design is a reflection of the city's strong literary roots, taking its riverboat form from Joseph Conrad's  'Heart of Darkness'.

Photography: Courtesy F.S.N.D Architects Reinstating the role of design as an influential tool - in the look, feel and mood of a space, F.S.N.D. Architects brandish it to carve a stylish home with a view...

Building and landscape architect, Ajay Suryawanshi, shares his valuable insights on developing and maintaining landscaped areas during the monsoons. Check it out here...

What could be the reason for architects to increasingly opt for modern structures amidst historic precincts? Check out this mixed-use building and leave us your views…

Setting up a lifestyle amidst the elements is as much a challenge for the inhabitants as it is for the architect. Check out this home in the avalanche zone in the alpine valley...

Moreau Kusunoki Architects win over millions with their sweeping victory of the coveted Guggenheim Helsinki design museum

When an architect plays with volumes, it shows his passion for the innovative in the built form. Check out this beautiful juxtaposition of perpendicularity and leave us your views…

Zaha Hadid Architects' symbolic design of the Messner Mountain Museum is a take on 'exploring caverns and grottos' in her inimitable signature style. Check it out and tell us what you think about it…

The pursuit of Architecture is just the same as stage acting: to move and delight one's heart, believe LAN Architects. Check out the Maillon Theatre in the making that perpetrates this notion. We await your feedback.