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The Role of Sustainable Design in Modern Architecture

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Imagine entering a building that greets you with comfortable natural light, a soothing movement of air, and materials that resonate with the earth. Not only is it an aesthetic treat, but it causes you to relax, feel healthy, and at peace with nature. This is the beauty of sustainable design in contemporary architecture.   From Aesthetic to Responsibility   For many years, architecture was motivated by looks, novelty, or practicality . Buildings went higher, facades became slicker, and cities became more congested. But in the process, architects came to understand that the places we build are not independent of the world—They belong to it. Each decision on material, design, and energy consumption can heal or further tax the environment.   Sustainable design is all about looking beyond the building. It is about looking forward to the long term, being in harmony with nature, and designing spaces that benefit mankind and the earth.   Learning from Nature   Contemp...

How Open versus Closed Spaces Affect Social Interaction

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How we design spaces directly impacts how individuals interact, share and feel in relation to each other. Architecture is not just a matter of building buildings; it is about influencing the way people behave. The arrangement of spaces, natural light and views, and connections or division between spaces can foster teamwork, create friendships or isolation. Each choice you make as an architect contributes to creating social experiences.   At Thakur School of Architecture and Planning, students learn that open and closed spaces can produce various moods and interaction. Learning how architectural design affects social life, students can create environments conducive to relationships while honouring the need for privacy and concentration.   Let us discuss how open spaces and closed spaces contribute to social interaction separately and why balanced consideration is so important in architectural design.   Open Spaces Create Opportunities for Connection   Open spaces ...