Jail Road, West Delhi: A 2-km Urban Corridor That Carries Commerce, Culture, and Chaos
Stretching nearly 2 kilometres between Hari Nagar and Tilak Nagar, Jail Road is one of West Delhi’s most active and […]
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The Right to Life and the Crisis of Indian Cities
Why urban planning continues to fail the people it is meant to protect The Right to Life belongs to everyone—our
When Architecture Became a Celebration: INTEXT Expo 2026 Transforms Ludhiana into a Cultural and Creative Hub
For four vibrant winter days, Ludhiana Exhibition Centre, Sahnewal, transcended its role as a conventional exhibition venue and emerged as
Bamboo Housing Systems: IIT Kharagpur–BMTPC Prototype Shows a Viable Low-Carbon Alternative
India’s push towards affordable, climate-responsive housing is witnessing renewed momentum through bamboo-based construction technologies. A recent technical webinar organised by
Heritage Streets of Amritsar: History, Urban Planning, and the Living Fabric of the Walled City
ਅੰਮ੍ਰਿਤਸਰ, अमृतसर, امرتسر, AMRITSAR Streets as the Soul of Amritsar Amritsar’s identity is inseparable from its streets. More than physical
Guwahati Airport Terminal 2: A Nature-Themed Architectural Marvel in India’s North‑East
Gateway to the Eastern Himalayas Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport (LGBI), Guwahati, has long served as the primary aerial gateway
Nehru Place: History, Present, and the Urban Life of a Planned Marketplace
Nehru Place is not merely a commercial district; it is one of Delhi’s most revealing urban experiments—where modernist planning ideals,
Sir Patrick Geddes: The Thinker Who Reimagined How Cities Grow
Urban planning today speaks fluently of sustainability, regional thinking, heritage conservation, and community participation. Yet many of these ideas trace
Editor’s Note | New Year 2026
A publication exists not merely to inform, but to connect. As we enter a new year, I want to state
Aravallis at the Crossroads: Law, Landscape and the Responsibility of Choice
Few natural features in India sit at the intersection of ecology, law and development as sharply as the Aravalli Range.
TheAPN Journey Across India’s Cities in 2025: Looking Back to Build Ahead
As India steps into 2026, The Architecture and Planning News (TheAPN) pauses to reflect on a year spent closely observing
Advancing Climate and Energy Solutions in the Built Environment: Key Takeaways from BMTPC Webinar #6
India’s built environment stands at a critical crossroads where rapid urbanisation, climate change, and rising energy demand are converging. Addressing
Nature’s Provider: Why Maa Shakambhari Is Important Today
Maa Shakambhari teaches us a simple but powerful lesson: human life depends on nature. She is worshipped as the goddess
One Space, Every Issue: What a Small Urban Space Teaches Us in 2026
This street does not appear on master plans. It is not part of any grand urban vision. Yet, every single
Letter to 2026: If Cities Could Speak
Dear 2026, I am a metro city of India. I never sleep, yet I am exhausted. By dawn, my local
A Child Born in 2026: What City Will They Inherit?
A child born in 2026 will not remember the city we talk about today. They will not know our debates,
Rajkumari Ratnavati Girls School: A Desert Jewel Reimagining Architecture, Culture, and Empowerment
Amid the scorching vastness of the Thar Desert, where the golden dunes shift endlessly under a relentless sun, stands a
Telangana Vision 2047: Roadmap to a $3 Trillion Economy
On 9 December 2025, the Government of Telangana officially launched the “Vision Document: Telangana Rising 2047” at the Telangana Rising
Delhi Under a Toxic Sky: A Statistical Portrait of an Air Quality Emergency
Delhi today stands among the most polluted capital cities in the world. During peak winter days, the city’s Air Quality
Where Living Traditions Took Centre Stage: India and the 20th UNESCO ICH Committee Session
The historic Red Fort in New Delhi transformed into a vibrant arena of global cultural dialogue as India hosted the
Grand Egyptian Museum: How a Modern Marvel Rose Beside the Pyramids
Giza, Egypt — In the shimmering desert landscape, where the ancient pyramids have stood for 4,500 years, a new icon
Le Corbusier: Architect and Pioneer of Modernism
Charles-Édouard Jeanneret (1887–1965), known as Le Corbusier, was born in La Chaux-de-Fonds, Switzerland. He left formal schooling at 13 to
“Land Pooling or Land Losing? How Punjab’s Policy Failed Ludhiana’s Urban Vision”
Land Pooling: A Promise that Punjab Couldn’t Deliver At its core, the Land Pooling Policy (LPP) is simple to understand.
Celebrating Raj Rewal: The Architect Who Wove Tradition Into Tomorrow
Birthday Feature Every year on November 24, the architectural world pauses to celebrate the birth of a visionary architect—Raj Rewal,
Matrimandir, Auroville — Architecture, Features and Importance
Rising like a golden sun in the geometric calm of Auroville’s Peace Area, the Matrimandir (often spelled Matri Mandir) is
Architecture Matters IX: Exploring the City Through Words, Horizons, and Human Experience
The India Habitat Centre recently hosted the ninth session of the “Architecture Matters IX” series, curated by Professor K.T. Ravindran
17th GRIHA Summit 2025: Innovation, Climate Action & Excellence in Green Building
The two-day 17th GRIHA Summit 2025, held at the India Habitat Centre, New Delhi, successfully concluded on November 4, 2025, reinforcing India’s
National Urban Conclave 2025: A Defining Moment in India’s Urban Transition
New Delhi: The National Urban Conclave 2025, convened by the Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs (MoHUA) and the National
Book Launch: Innovative Architecture Through the Ages by Prof. Ram Sharma Celebrates a Lifetime of Architectural Legacy
New Delhi: The architecture fraternity gathered in New Delhi to celebrate the launch of “Innovative Architecture Through the Ages”, a
Burj Al Arab: The Sail That Redefined Architectural Brilliance
Project Highlights: Standing gracefully along Dubai’s coastline, Burj Al Arab remains one of the most extraordinary megastructures ever built. Conceived
A Festival of Lights, A Season of Smog: India’s Diwali Dilemma
Every year, India lights up for Diwali — a celebration of triumph, warmth, and unity. Yet behind the glow lies
Twin Gateways of Growth: The Inauguration of Navi Mumbai and Noida International Airports – India’s Leap in Integrated Aviation Infrastructure
October 2025 marks a defining moment in India’s aviation and infrastructure journey. The long-anticipated inauguration of two mega airports, Navi
Sir Edwin Lutyens: Architect of Imperial Grandeur and Timeless Urban Design
Sir Edwin Lutyens (1869–1944) remains one of the most celebrated architects of the early 20th century, remembered for blending classical
Sant Nirankari Samagam 2025 Begins at Samalkha, Creating a Temporary City for 15 Lakh Devotee
The grand annual Sant Nirankari Samagam has commenced at Samalkha, Haryana, drawing over 15 lakh devotees from across India and
“Designing Dreams, Not Campuses: SPA Delhi’s Students Still Wait for Home” | (Gaurav Dixit’s SPA Journey)
In 2009, when Gaurav Dixit arrived in Delhi with his father to enroll at the School of Planning and Architecture
Chandigarh Dialogue: Balancing Modernist Heritage with Future Growth
The Historic Cities Series 2025 – Chandigarh Edition convened an illuminating dialogue at the Chandigarh Architecture Museum, bringing together architects,
Navi Mumbai International Airport: Mega Dream Amid Ecological Dilemmas
After nearly three decades of anticipation, the Navi Mumbai International Airport (NMIA) is finally set to be inaugurated on October
Shrimad Rajchandra Ashram Satsang Hall – A Harmonious Blend of Spirituality and Artistry
Project Credits One of India’s oldest religions, Jainism, has had a profound influence on the nation’s art, architecture, and cultural
THE NEW BOMBAY HIGH COURT: A MISSED OPPORTUNITY FOR INDIAN CIVIC ARCHITECTURE
NEW BOMBAY HIGH COURT: When the Bombay High Court was first built in 1878 in Fort, it stood as a
Zaha Hadid: Iconic Architect Who Redefined Fluid Architecture
Dame Zaha Mohammad Hadid (31 October 1950 – 31 March 2016) was an Iraqi-born British architect whose work rewrote what
Great Nicobar Project: Development Vision Meets Ecological and Social Concerns
The Great Nicobar Island Project, a multi-billion-rupee mega infrastructure plan, is at the heart of India’s strategic and development agenda.
The Shore Temple at Mahabalipuram: An Architectural and Historical Study
Abstract The Shore Temple at Mahabalipuram, Tamil Nadu, built during the Pallava dynasty in the early 8th century CE, is
Frank Lloyd Wright: The Master of Organic Architecture
Frank Lloyd Wright (1867–1959) is regarded as one of the greatest architects of the 20th century, whose career spanned more
Aga Khan Awards For Architecture 2025 – Celebrating Community, Culture And Resilience
The Aga Khan Award for Architecture was established by Aga Khan IV (Prince Karim al-Hussaini) in 1977. The idea for
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National Museum, New Delhi — History, Architecture, and the Road Ahead
The National Museum in New Delhi is one of India’s most significant cultural landmarks, and its origins can be traced
Education as an Urban Anchor: Vallabh Vidyanagar, Gujarat
Abstract: Access to education is a fundamental entitlement, yet in our country, it remains uneven -particularly in rural and semi-urban
Jaipur: A City Crafted by Cosmos and Community
“Where geometry meets spirit, and tradition walks beside modernity.” A Space of Vision and Order In 1727, Maharaja Sawai Jai
Ganesh Bhikaji Deolalikar: Architect of Justice and Nation-Building
Ganesh Bhikaji Deolalikar (1895–1978) was one of the first prominent Indian architects of the post-independence era. He was the first
Kevin Lynch and the Timeless Art of Reading Cities
Cities are not just collections of buildings and streets—they are living environments shaped by how people perceive, navigate, and emotionally
Street Vendors Act 2014: Are Our Cities Really Vendor-Friendly?
“From streets to stalls—redefining how our cities value the hands that feed us.” Introduction Strolling down any Indian street, the
Chausath Yogini Temple of Jabalpur: A Timeless Marvel of History and Architecture
Jabalpur, Madhya Pradesh – Perched on a hilltop near the scenic Dhuandhar Falls in Bhedaghat, the Chausath Yogini Temple is
Pandu Pindara and the 48 Kos Kurukshetra Circuit: Reviving Haryana’s Sacred Geography
Jind/Kurukshetra – In the heart of Haryana’s sacred landscape, the Pandu Pindara Tirth Sthal in Jind stands as a timeless
Dr. Ram Manohar Lohia Park: A Green Retreat in Decline – Ghaziabad’s Forgotten Urban Oasis
Nestled in the heart of Rajender Nagar Sector 2, Sahibabad, Ghaziabad, the Dr. Ram Manohar Lohia Park once stood as
Monsoon Discomfort in Delhi: A Growing Environmental Concern Demands Urgent Rethink on Cooling Practices
New Delhi — The monsoon season in Delhi, once a welcome respite from scorching summer heat, now brings oppressive humidity,
Jane Jacobs: The Heartbeat of Urban Spaces
When we visualize cities, our thoughts often turn to soaring skyscrapers, bustling traffic, and iconic landmarks. But Jane Jacobs, the
Hagia Sophia Grand Mosque: A Sacred Convergence of Empires, Faiths, and Architecture
STUDENTS CONTRIBUTION: Irshad Alam Standing at the crossroads of continents and civilizations, the Hagia Sophia Grand Mosque in Istanbul is
Dharavi Redevelopment Project: Balancing Dreams and Realities
“Between heritage and high-rise, can Dharavi’s beating heart survive?” Introduction: Dreams of a New Dharavi Dharavi is far more than
Hauz Rani City Forest: Delhi’s Green Oasis Amidst Urban Life
STUDENTS CONTRIBUTION: Avinash Yadav In a metropolis constantly grappling with urban sprawl, dwindling green spaces, and escalating pollution, Hauz Rani
Chennai’s Cool Roofs: A Simple Solution to a Scorching Crisis
As Indian cities face relentless summer heat, a quiet revolution is taking place in Chennai—not with expensive gadgets, but with
Humayun’s Tomb: The First Great Mughal Garden Mausoleum
STUDENTS CONTRIBUTION: Chetan | Avinash Yadav In the heart of Delhi stands a masterpiece of Indo-Persian architecture — Humayun’s Tomb,
URBAN SPRAWL IN INDIA: A Threat to Sustainable Development
URBAN SPRAWL IN INDIA: A Threat to Sustainable Development 1. Introduction India is witnessing one of the fastest urban transitions
Designing for Childhood: A Visit to National Bal Bhavan
A few days ago, I spent a vibrant summer day at the National Bal Bhavan, accompanying my daughter to her
Rethinking Metro Interchanges: A Case Study of Rajouri Garden and the Need for Pedestrian-Friendly Design
As urban India continues to expand, public transport systems like the Delhi Metro have become lifelines for millions.Rajouri Garden However,
Architecture at a Turning Point: Navigating NEP’s 2020 Impact on Professional Education
NEP 2020 and the Architecture Education Crossroads: Flexibility or Fragmentation? As India’s higher education landscape undergoes a historic shift under
Analyzing the Present Rental Housing Situation for the Poor Migrant Workforce in Delhi _ A Case Study
Abstract: Delhi’s economy is highly dependent on migrants comprising about 50% share of the total population growth concentrated in the
Assessing of Factors Influencing Dynamic Variations in Residential Rental Housing: The Case of Delhi
Abstract Rental housing plays a vital role in providing a broad choice of shelter for different income groups according to