Author: Pooja Khanna Tyagi
Pooja Khanna Tyagi
Pooja Khanna Tyagi is an India-based architect and design writer. Her work engages with architecture, interiors, materials, and evolving lifestyle narratives, with a focus on translating complex ideas into clear, accessible content. With a minimalist sensibility, she uses writing to simplify design ideas. A graduate of Dr. B.N. College of Architecture, Pune (2000), India, she has been active in the writing domain since 2016. She has contributed to leading publications in India and internationally, bringing together professional insight and a measured, articulate voice.
Born on June 25, 1852, Antoni Gaudí remains one of the most influential figures in architectural history. His work doesn’t stop at buildings; it flows into furniture, fixtures, and even the smallest crafted details. Gaudí treated interiors as living ecosystems, where chairs, benches, doors, and handles followed the same organic logic as his facades. On his birthday, it becomes meaningful to trace how his design thinking scales from large architectural furniture systems down to intimate, tactile micro-elements. Here are 7 furniture and interior pieces that reveal that journey. 1. Park Güell Serpentine Bench The long serpentine bench in Park Güell…
Architecture studio Herzog & de Meuron has unveiled its new headquarters on Mailand-Strasse in Basel’s Dreispitz district. Designed to accommodate more than 300 employees, the building reimagines the traditional office as a dynamic vertical campus. Drawing inspiration from the firm’s long-established St. Johann complex, the project combines collaboration, sustainability, and material innovation within a single structure while responding to the industrial character of its surroundings. Shaped by an Industrial Past Set within a former logistics and industrial zone, the building takes cues from the area’s robust architectural language. Historic rail lines, warehouses, loading platforms, and infrastructural elements influenced its form…
When football fans watch a FIFA World Cup match, their attention is usually fixed on the players, tactics, and moments of brilliance unfolding on the field. Yet beneath every pass, sprint, and goal lies one of the tournament’s most carefully designed elements: the pitch. Far from being a simple stretch of grass, a World Cup playing surface is the result of meticulous planning, advanced technology, and years of expertise. A great pitch can influence the speed of play, player safety, and the overall quality of the match. For this reason, FIFA and host venues invest significant resources into creating surfaces…
FRPO, Walk, and SD Partners have won the international “Magnifica Fabbrica” competition launched by the Municipality of Milan and Fondazione Teatro alla Scala. The project will create a new hub for Teatro alla Scala, including rehearsal rooms, workshops, storage facilities, and exhibition spaces, while expanding Parco della Lambretta. Located on the former Innocenti industrial site in Lambrate, the development is a key component of Milan’s ongoing urban regeneration strategy. Integration of Culture, Innovation, and Craftsmanship The Magnifica Fabbrica will bring the creative processes behind Teatro alla Scala into the public eye. Designed as a bridge between culture, technology, and landscape,…
On Father’s Day, celebrated on June 21, 2026, Jaipur Rugs is spotlighting a handcrafted creation that explores the enduring bond between a father and daughter through design and storytelling. The piece belongs to the company’s Manchaha collection, a series of one-of-a-kind rugs created from artisans’ personal memories, experiences, and imaginative narratives. Father-Daughter Bond in Design Among the featured works is “Radio Ka Saaj” (The Melody of Radio), a rug inspired by the treasured memories shared between a daughter and her father. Drawing from the invisible radio frequencies of an old radio that once filled their home with sound and togetherness,…
Built Works designs Yogi’s Cabin as a quiet timber retreat set deep within the woodland of Great Park Farm in East Sussex. Organised along a simple east–west axis, the cabin supports yoga, movement, and slow daily occupation, with sliding openings framing shifting views of alder trees and a natural swimming pool. Blending Japanese domestic principles with local agricultural references, the design uses charred timber, deep eaves, and a restrained material palette to create a calm, immersive space rooted in its landscape. Timber Frame Shaped by Woodland Context The cabin is structured as a clear, open timber studio that prioritises lightness…
Installed in Kensington Gardens, Jesús Rafael Soto’s Pénétrable BBL Jaune is an immersive artwork that explores movement, perception, and human interaction with space. The installation invites visitors to step inside the work itself, turning observation into participation. As part of Soto’s renowned Pénétrable series, the piece is a testament to the artist’s innovative approach to kinetic art and his belief that the viewer plays an essential role in completing the artwork. An Icon of Kinetic Art Born in Ciudad Bolívar, Venezuela, Jesús Rafael Soto (1923–2005) was one of the leading figures of kinetic art. Over a career spanning more than…
Perched more than 3,000 meters above sea level in the Swiss Alps, the Titlis Tower has been transformed from a former telecommunications structure into a dramatic visitor destination by Herzog & de Meuron. The redesign converts the 1980s antenna tower into a sculptural attraction, introducing panoramic viewpoints, hospitality spaces, and enhanced visitor experiences while preserving and extending the existing infrastructure. Design of the Functional Alpine Tower Originally built in the mid-1980s as part of Switzerland’s telecommunications network, the 56-meter-high TITLIS tower was deeply anchored into the limestone mountain and defined by its lightweight steel framework. As part of a broader…
The FIFA World Cup 2026 is set to be the biggest tournament in football history. Hosted across three countries, including the United States, Canada, and Mexico, the event will feature 48 teams and 104 matches, significantly expanding the scale of the competition. While FIFA has highlighted sustainability initiatives and the use of existing stadiums, environmental groups and climate experts have raised concerns that the tournament could become the most carbon-intensive World Cup ever staged. A Tournament of Unprecedented Scale The 2026 World Cup will be unlike any previous edition. Expanding from 32 to 48 teams means more matches, more players,…
Designed by Heatherwick Studio and SPPARC, London’s Olympia is being transformed into a vibrant cultural destination that blends heritage, creativity, and community. Once known primarily for its historic exhibition halls, the iconic London site is evolving into a dynamic neighbourhood featuring theatres, music venues, offices, hotels, restaurants, educational spaces, and public gardens. With a £1.3 billion investment, the project seeks to reconnect Olympia with the city while preserving its rich architectural legacy. A Masterplan Rooted in Public Spirit For more than 140 years, Olympia has served as a stage for commerce, culture, and innovation. Inspired by the venue’s original mission…