Understanding the Chabutra Chabutras in Old Indian Homes: Have you ever observed the elevated platforms outside traditional ...

Raj Jadhav is a registered architect, educator and award-winning researcher in Mumbai, India. He has written numerous essays, design features and papers for Indian and international publications. In ...

Indian traditional houses were constructed with a deep understanding of climate, materials, and lifestyle. Before air conditioners became widespread, buildings themselves functioned as passive cooling ...

There's a particular kind of comfort that comes from sitting inside an old Indian home in the middle of summer. Not air-conditioned cool. The other kind, the kind that comes from thick walls, shaded ...

The peacock is more than just a bird in India it’s a living symbol of grace and spirituality. Its radiant feathers and majestic charm have influenced generations of artists, weavers, and architects.