(PART III: NABUWWAH & Architecture) This essay is an attempt to arrive at a definition of Islamic Architecture on the basis of Islamic Ideology. It takes as a starting point, the fact that Islam is a “way of life” and hence it has a sociological aspect. Architecture also has a sociological aspect, because it is an art form that addresses ...
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A Socio-Political Perspective on Islamic Architecture
This essay is an attempt to arrive at a definition of Islamic Architecture on the basis of Islamic Ideology. It takes as a starting point, the fact that Islam is a “way of life” and hence it has a sociological aspect. Architecture also has a sociological aspect, because it is an art form that addresses the basic needs of individuals ...
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What is the future of energy in the built environment? This (very broad) topic is the central theme presented at the expo-2017 Astana World Expo, held this summer in Astana, Kazakhstan. Like other world’s fairs, the Astana Expo serves as an international showcase for new ideas about technology, society, and the planet. As expected at such an event, the host ...
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Following the tragic fire at Grenfell Tower in London the RIBA have issued the following comprehensive statement on Fire Safety Starting in the early hours of 14 June 2017 a devastating fire at Grenfell Tower
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Ar. Marwat Khan The department of Architecture CECOS University of I.T. & Emerging Sciences Peshawar achieved a milestone by conducting training workshop for all the faculty of Architecture Department.
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QUALITY JOBS IN ARCHITECTURAL PROFESSION' and was designed as a panel discussion. The Panel consisted of representation from PCATP, IAP, practicing architects and academia.
Read More »ARCASIA Office Bearers Meeting
According to ARCASIA press release issued to ARCHI TIMES stated that ARCASIA (Architects Regional Council Asia) consists of the institutes of Architecture in 21 Asian countries and...
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Lahore Orange Line Metro Train steering committee, insists that the government has effectively pleaded the case as a result of which the WHC accepted its stance.
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