Architecture

Architecture

Photo: Noor-A-Alam

How did mud walls find their way into urban designs?

The Business Standard recently visited an under-construction apartment in Gulshan 2 and met the project’s lead Abdun Nime, the only person utilising mud for urban designs in Bangladesh

Illustration: TBS

Is information architecture a career for the digital age?

Fond of the luxurious and extravagant feel of Victorian interiors, Mr. Shakur wanted his home to exude that style.

The Shakur family’s Victorian styled Dhaka apartment

The building originally belonged to the Zamindar of then Nowapara of Raujan, Prasanna Kumar Sen.

Storied tale of PK Sen Sattala: The grand old building of Chattogram

Photo: Collected

2 Bangladesh projects win Aga Khan Award for Architecture 2022

Nidrabilash does not incorporate any striking colours or catchy decor elements. It is adorned with earthy hues and natural materials, amidst lush greenery. Photo: Roofliners Studio of Architecture

Nidrabilash: Tying generations through the power of architecture

Cityscape Tower stands tall with the juxtaposition of its modern structure and the lush greenery surrounding it. Photo: Cityscape International Ltd.

Cityscape: A leap towards eco-friendly architecture in Bangladesh

Natural Paramount Agro Shop: When architecture reflects the ethos of a company

Natural Paramount Agro Shop: When architecture reflects the ethos of a company

A school built with indigenous tools, styled after its people

A school built with indigenous tools, styled after its people

The elevated ground is made out of soil on which grass and trees have grown. This grass-covered elevated ground extends to the perimeter of the establishment. Photo: Maruf Raihan

Aman Mosque: Where form and function complement each other

Lakshmi Villa: The mysterious house still carrying the memory of partition

Lakshmi Villa: The mysterious house still carrying the memory of partition

Since it's open-air and adjacent to a water body, you will find the lounge very peaceful and pleasant, even though there is no air conditioning. As a result, the space feels connected to nature. Photo: Courtesy

Edison Prospero: Find a retreat in your home

Desco wanted to make a bold statement with their new head office building, a physical entity that would be a corporate icon. Photo: Courtesy

Desco head office: When commitment to community and environment inspires architecture