Category: Architecture
Salutogenic Architecture: Harnessing Design for Holistic Well-Being
Salutogenic Architecture is a fascinating design approach that prioritizes promoting holistic well-being through the built environment. This article delves into the concept of Salutogenic design and how it integrates the Salutogenic theory with architecture and design to create healthy spaces.
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Forensic Architecture – Towards a Spatial Take on Justice
A critical component of the justice system, “Forensics” refers to the study and application of scientific techniques for investigating criminal activities and establishing their related facts. Its synergy with the discipline of architecture buttresses the process of deciphering the reality behind the felony-related events by exercising appropriate architectural tools and mechanisms…..
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Azulejos – The Hallmark of Traditional Portuguese Architecture
The Azulejos are Portuguese hand-painted, tin-glazed tiles made up of ceramic material. The tile is typically a square plaque (5-6 inches), one side of which is adorned and varnished. Azulejos were essentially introduced as ornamentation over flat plastered surfaces such as floors, walls, and ceilings…
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