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The project started in 2021 with a bright red staircase added to the front of the old building, which stands out against the white walls. Photo: Courtesy

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A dash of nature, ingenuity and community: The story behind Noakhali’s ‘Food Forest’

Food Forest blends architecture with nature to redefine rural leisure, defying the belief that innovation only thrives in urban spaces.

Photo Credit: Syed Zakir Hossain

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The rebirth of the iconic ‘red-brick’ Sobhanbag Mosque

Modern halls use stadium-style seating to optimise viewing angles and ensure clear sightlines from every seat. Photo: Courtesy

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The changing facade of cinema halls

White sails, wooden floors, and sitting arrangements on the ‘deck’, all come together and resonate with the familiar silhouette of boats. Photo: Courtesy.

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Buriganga Riverview: Redefining dining with design and heritage

With simple lines, proportions, and elegant textiles, the living room pieces create a sophisticated atmosphere. Photos: Courtesy

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Armani/Casa in Bangladesh: A new era of luxury living

The primary block extends 25 metres, forming two wings of single-story structures that define the courtyard. Photo: Wasik Edaaf.

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Baral Biddya Niketan: Architecture that raises conservationists

Unlike traditional horizontal campuses that require vast land, a vertical campus allows for efficient land use while having all necessary facilities within a compact space. Photo: Imama Karim

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A towering legacy: Brac University’s vertical campus

The project incorporates green courtyards, surrounded by kitchens, and is designed as a play area where young children can be watched over by their parents. Photos: Courtesy

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T-shelter: Designing a lifeline for urban disaster victims

In this concrete jungle, where fresh air feels scarce, Jatra offers a peaceful escape from the city’s chaos with mango tree, an open courtyard, and nature-inspired architecture. Photo: Jatra

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Jatra: A cultural oasis in the concrete jungle of Banani

The architects designed a residence that has old-school tea garden bungalow vibes, with large communal space and elaborate balconies. Photos: Courtesy

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Ruthna Residence: Blending architecture into nature

The tower is being built with double-glazing glass and solar panels. This green technology helps keep the tower cool in the summer and warm in winter, while still controlling energy costs and environmental impact. Photos: Courtesy

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Mirai by Nirman: The future of buildings is coming

The 45 floors tower soars upwards, plus six levels underground, each telling its own tale. Photos: Courtesy

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TA Tower: Dhaka’s bold leap into the future

What had once been a dim, enclosed space now feels alive, vibrant, and connected to nature. Photo: Amur Architecture

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The renovation of Sony Square: From RMG factory to modern entertainment hub