Author: Priyanshi Shah
Priyanshi Shah
Priyanshi Shah, is an architectural content writer who sees architecture as a reflection of life itself. She blends her love for reading, traveling, and poetry to explore how spaces shape the way we live, think, and feel. Curious about the human-centric design, she dives into philosophy, psychology, and neuroarchitecture to better understand the deep connection between people and places. For her, every city is a story waiting to be told - and writing is how she brings those stories to life. She believes that learning never ends and hopes her work sparks new ways of seeing the world through profound architectural narratives.
Yas Viceroy Hotel, designed by Hani Rashid and Lise Anne Couture, founders of Asymptote Architecture, is an architectural wonder that showcases the innovation, parametric intelligence, and kinetic architecture. It’s the only hotel in the world that spans a Formula 1 racetrack and stands over the Yas Marina Circuit, the W Abu Dhabi – Yas Island. Transforming the notion of conventional hotel design, Yas Viceroy Hotel integrates avant-garde technology, culture, and entertainment, leaving a metaphoric impression on the visitors. Yas Viceroy Hotel: Architecture in Motion Spanning an 85,000-square-meter site, the hotel features 500 rooms and presents an architectural language shaped by…
Designed by Holm Architecture Office (HAO) in partnership with Archiland Beijing, the Samaranch Memorial Museum stands out as a metaphorical portrayal transformed into a vibrant architectural structure. The museum was dedicated to honour the legacy of Juan Antonio Samaranch, the former President of the International Olympic Committee, who served from 1980 to 2001. With a showcase of a vast collection and fluid experiential spaces, this museum embodies the ambitious principles of the Olympic movement: unity, inclusivity, and legacy. Honouring a Legacy Winning the first prize in the competition, the designers started construction in 2012, building on the philosophy of sustainability…
Ever wondered about a place where whispers of birds and the silence of reading melt gently into a sprawling, breezy park? Pritzker Laureate’s and the RIBA Royal Gold Medal winner, Kazuyo Sejima and Ryue Nishizawa, in collaboration with Ricky Liu & Associates, are about to make that dream come true with the design of a vibrant art museum, Taichung Green Museumbrary. Taichung’s Green Museumbrary by SANAA Located in Taichung Central Park, Taiwan, the iconic Japanese duo and founders of SANAA and Ricky Liu & Associates have created a major public building that feels like a story slowly whispering and revealing…
Museums are gateways to the past, to the unknown, housing stories whispered through artefacts and exhibits. From Greek classical wisdom to modern Intelligent buildings, museum architecture speaks a language of inspiration, curiosity, and innovation, enhancing the cultural experience. As one gently moves around the space, they don’t just observe history but live through it. Whether it’s ancient sculptures, contemporary art, or innovative wonders, the museum becomes a journey to explore culture, creativity, and architectural design. Enhancing cultural creativity, the museum architecture can be bold and futuristic, like the Louvre Abu Dhabi, or quietly inviting, such as the British Museum, to…
Zaha Hadid Architects brilliantly envisioned the Port House in Antwerp, Belgium, as a striking symbol of creativity, innovation, and maritime heritage, designed with a daring architectural form. The Port House combines a historic 20th-century fire station with a crystalline, futuristic extension that floats dramatically above it, completing a rich heritage. The new extension of 6,200 m² is situated at the threshold between the city and the port, connecting the two visually and functionally. The Port House: A New Landmark on a Historic Site A 360-degree, visually appealing port house overlooking the Kattendijk dock emphasizes Antwerp’s enduring connection to maritime trade. Creating…
Modern architectural designs race to be noticed, to reach the skyline, but MAD Architects took a detour in designing Huangshan Mountain Village, a residential complex deeply rooted in the natural landscape. Located on the shores of Taiping Lake and a UNESCO World Heritage Site of Huangshan, Yellow Mountain spans across 1.2 million m², and the design immerses itself within the natural landscape. Blurring the line between built form and nature, Architect Ma Yansong envision a bold vision to redefine the architecture that is deeply rooted in its context, and belongs to its site, responding to the environment. Huangshan Mountain Village:…
The architectural narrative behind the building demonstrates thoughtful design strategies and tangible fabric of experiences. Visionary Architects transform the simple art of living into an imaginary world that influences the mental well-being of the people. Founded in 1979 by Jay A. Pritzker and his wife, Cindy Pritzker, Architecture Prize honours a living architect who showcases their talent, creativity, courage, and innovation, contributing to humanity and the built environment. Defined as the Nobel of Architecture, let’s delve into the philosophy of the extraordinary designers’ work from the last 10 years, who found consistent practical solutions to human challenges and influenced the…
Imagine scrolling through Instagram, a living museum, and encountering a digitally rendered artistic chair, shaped like a mousetrap or carved from a jelly-like blob. It’s not a piece of furniture you can buy or sit on, but it exists in an intangible way that’s strange, weird, and futuristic. One such Instagram account, known as @muddycap, features the surreal world of chairs by Muddycap, a South Korean designer who turns abstract ideas into a digital art form. Developing on the notion of how the definition of design expands beyond the physical, he has anonymously revolutionized the chair design. Creativity in the…
Squid Game, a brilliantly designed show, stormed Netflix in 2021, exploring the depth of a deeply resonating architectural story that controls the narrative, manipulates the mind, and becomes a silent witness to the haunting world. The whimsical spaces, psychologically brutal and unreal elements of the set design, delve into the expressive symbolism that unmasks the design secrets of Squid Game architecture. In this blog, we will discover how interior elements shape the spaces that deceive, disorient, and impact the human mind. Design as Control: Unpacking the Architecture of Squid Game A show captivated by millions inspired by La Muralla Roja,…
The concept of a funky chair has evolved, blending creativity, innovation, and traditional wisdom with a touch of aesthetics. Catering to the vibrant community, funky chairs stand out in a room from urban residences to creative studios that prioritize expression, comfort, and sustainability. Funky chairs, a piece of furniture that screams individual personality, a place to relax, read, and follow the trend. In this article, we bring a list of 10 funky chairs that celebrate unique craftsmanship, sustainable choices, and even subtle tech integrations. A statement piece, that is more than a seating, a sculpture, a fluid and organic form…