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.
Glass Pavilion, designed by M Space, a culturally rooted meditation space, is located on the 4th floor of True Digital Park in the bustling urban city of Bangkok. An architectural glass jewel structure that floats quietly above the city, acting as a pause in the busy lifestyle. Envisioned as a public meditation hub, it helps urban professionals to practice meditation and improve work efficiency. The glass pavilion offers a place to reflect, breathe, and invites to a journey that enhances the mental wellbeing and explores a new typology for urban spirituality. Iconic Glass Pavilion in Bangkok’s Urban Core Walking into…
In the city of London, ecoLogicStudio, the pioneering biodesign firm founded by Prof Claudia Pasquero and Dr Marco Poletto, presented a groundbreaking installation named AIR.garden, redefining urban sustainability. A powerful revolution is unfolding within the Haleon office at Bankside, unlike green walls or potted plants. Co‑designed with help from Konstantina Bikou, Jasper Zehetgruber, Francesca Turi, Alessandra Poletto, these biotechnological office partitions feature spirulina photobioreactors, air purification & CO₂ capture in a modular design. AIR.garden: Interactive Ecology in the Workplace Nestled at the new London office of Haleon, just next to the Tate Modern and overlooking St. Paul’s Cathedral, ecoLogicStudio designed…
Inspired by biophilic design principles, Mamsha Palm illustrates the architectural language designed by internationally renowned Architect Koichi Takada, offering luxurious residences protected by the canopy of palm trees. Developed by Aldar Properties, Mamsha Palm is located on the shores of Saadiyat Island in a sustainable and green city, Abu Dhabi. The organic form and flowing curves create an engaging spatial play while integrating the built environment with the surrounding landscape of Saadiyat Island. Mamsha Palm: A New Standard of Waterfront Living The exquisite beauty of Mamsha Palm extends beyond its design; it is strategically located near the Louvre Abu Dhabi,…
In the modern era of artificial intelligence, where the intricate balance of ecosystems is jeopardised, French artist and designer Raphaël Emine has launched his visionary project “Les Utopies Entomologiques” (Entomological Utopias), integrating art, digital fabrication technology, and environmental conservation. With the use of advanced 3D printing, they crafted a delicate ceramic bug hotel that provides shelter for insects, moss, bacteria, and plant life and challenging our perceptions of coexistence with the natural world. Organic Form of 3D printed bug hotel The narrative for the project starts from observing the mundane, wild and artistic things that surround us – a patch…
Rising gently from the rolling vineyards of Zayas de Báscones, Spanish architecture firm Fran Silvestre Arquitectos designed a deeply poetic Bodegas Dominio D’Echauz winery set against the backdrop of silent nature. The architectural language evolved as a curvilinear structure that preserves the heritage and adapts to modern innovation. The winery enhances the site’s organic landscape while integrating two sweeping arcs rising from the earth. Form Follows Function: Fran Silvestre Arquitectos’ Winery Responding to the vine-clad hills, the form of the structure is not rigid or industrial but gentle curves born from the landscape that is soft, precious, and purposeful. It…
The expert in sustainable design, Arup, a renowned firm, crafted a city mosque that connects tradition and modernity with intricate details in the heart of Masdar City, Abu Dhabi. With innovative techniques and traditional wisdom, the Masdar City mosque becomes the world’s first net-zero energy mosque. Merging modern sustainability and cultural significance, the design deeply respects our planet and humanity. The world’s first net-zero energy mosque With a human-centric design approach and echoing the ancient rammed earth building construction techniques, the mosque accommodates 1,300 worshippers. With a thoughtful gesture of sustainability, the primary building material was rammed earth that whispers…
Building the cities of tomorrow with emerging building materials creates structures that are resilient, sustainable, and environmentally friendly. Our dynamic world is constantly evolving, and so are the traditional and modern materials used to build it. Learning from the past, we simply relied on stone, wood, and concrete that shaped our streets and formed structured skylines. However, today we face immense climatic issues, urban growth, and inconsiderate strategies of building that damage the environment, resulting in a paradigm shift to a new era of innovation that is smart, adaptive, and grows with us. In this research blog, let’s explore a…
The award-winning Dutch Architectural firm MVRDV, in collaboration with UAD, is shaping the wonder for readers and transforming traditional notions of the library. A new layout is planned in the vibrant city of Wuhan, where the powerful Yangtze and Han rivers embrace the landscape. A New Wuhan Library is envisioned as a cultural monumental building, creating a landmark hub to celebrate the confluence of knowledge. MVRDV crafts the new Wuhan Library Inspired by the geographical context, it is designed with steel and glass in a flowing, dynamic form that integrates the urban landscape, echoing a sculptural form. Wuhan, a city…
Japanese architect Shin Takamatsu designed a contemporary office building that stands out for its innovative and thoughtful approach to urban restraints. Translating his design notions into a symbolic architectural language, Earthtecture sub-1 was completed in 1991 in Tokyo, Japan. Shin Takamatsu’s design style consists of symbolic, futuristic elements that reject traditional notions of beauty, which is evident in the Earthtecture sub-1 built form. Tokyo, a hub for contemporary buildings, especially in residential areas, faces strict zoning laws limiting building height and footprint. The site with a built area of 60 sqm was at the prime location of Motoakasaka, Minato-ku, where…
Designed by a renowned British architectural firm, Foster + Partners, the Zayed National Museum in Abu Dhabi is an ongoing meaningful cultural project to celebrate the legacy of the UAE’s founding president, Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan. Located on Saadiyat Island, 500 metres off Abu Dhabi, this museum will join the prominent institutions, the Louvre Abu Dhabi, the forthcoming Guggenheim Abu Dhabi, the Performing Arts Center, and the Maritime Museum. Vision for Zayed National Museum Conceptually unveiled in 2010, the museum’s design features five insulated stainless steel towers, each resembling the wings of a falcon, a symbolic representation of…