Safety And Security In Façades, Doors, And Windows: Key Considerations In Design, Material Selection, And Installation Modern buildings are expected to deliver far more than aesthetics and energy efficiency. As...
In contemporary architectural discourse, healing is no longer limited to healthcare environments. Architecture itself is increasingly recognised as a contributor to physical comfort, mental wellbeing, and environmental health. As cities...
Key Highlights Building exteriors are evolving from aesthetic elements to high-performance systems, playing a crucial role in energy efficiency, occupant comfort, daylight management, and sustainability. The industry is moving beyond...
When people look at a modern building, the first thing they usually notice is its façade. Whether it is a glass-clad corporate tower, a luxury residential project, or a commercial...
Africa Architecture Forum 4-5 Nov 2026 | Four Seasons Hotel Rabat, Morocco The Africa Architecture Forum 2026 is a cross-continental platform bringing together the people shaping the future of architecture,...
In modern architecture, window, door and façade systems are not merely functional building components; they directly influence a project’s architectural character, perceived quality and long-term value. High-performance glass, powder-coated aluminium...
Q. How Has The Growing Focus On Daylighting, Glare Control, And Acoustic Comfort Influenced The Development And Demand For Building Products In Recent Years? The conversation around buildings has evolved...
Key Highlights Windows and façades are evolving beyond aesthetics, with greater focus on energy efficiency, acoustic comfort, weather resistance and measurable long-term performance. Effective sound insulation depends not just on...
India’s architectural landscape has evolved significantly. Kitchens have gone modular. Parking has evolved from a single-car bay to multi-level systems accommodating three or four vehicles in the same footprint. Living...
As Indian cities grow taller, denser and more climate-conscious, the building façade has moved from being a decorative outer layer to becoming the primary interface between architecture, climate and human...
As Indian cities grow louder, denser and more climate-stressed, fenestration has moved from a decorative afterthought to a defining performance system within the building envelope. Windows and glazed openings are...
The construction industry is currently undergoing a major digital transformation, and adapting to this shift has become increasingly important, especially for professionals working in architecture, engineering, and façade systems. Today,...
Bakul Chandra is an architectural design strategist and mentor with over three decades of experience in shaping healthcare, institutional, and urban environments across India. As the Founding Partner at Renascent...
The façade has long been architecture's most visible statement — but in the wake of catastrophic global fire incidents, it has also become its most scrutinised. As buildings grow taller,...
The façade of a public building is far more than a surface – it is the institution’s most sustained conversation with its city, its climate, and the people it serves. ...
Key Highlights Cavity spaces can act as chimneys during a fire, accelerating vertical flame spread by continuously drawing in fresh oxygen. Façade fire performance depends on the entire assembly, as...