What does bamboo remind you of? In cities today, its use is mostly restricted to outdoor furniture or for temporary structures like pavilions and gazebos. It is perceived as not as strong and durable as more ‘permanent’ forms of building. But if you’ve been to north-east India, you may encounter bamboo structures that are as […]
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Centuries before it became a metropolis, Madras was a cluster of settlements like Mylapore, Triplicane and later, George Town. These settlements emerged from the interplay of sea, rivers and wetlands, and their inhabitants contending with a challenging climate — a cycle of hot-humid summers followed by torrential monsoon rains. Across millennia, Madras developed an architecture […]
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A recent study published in Advances in Atmospheric Sciences revealed that 2023 is likely be the warmest year on record, while 2024 could see further increase in temperatures, on account of human-induced climate change and the ongoing El Nino. That said, architects, designers and home owners are doing their bit by using eco-friendly materials and processes that […]
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The artist poses with his works | Photo Credit: Special Arrangement Environmental decay and degradation find expression in the Fragments of Earth and Life art exhibition at DakshinaChitra displaying Murali Sivaramakrishnan’s body of work. Each artwork is a subtle expression of the space that exists between earth and life. Murali emphasises that the degradation of […]
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Software developer Suguna Alluri was keen that her wedding be a low-carbon-footprint event. She did not want to send mounds of waste to the landfills. Weeks before her wedding in October 2021, she looked to collaborate with green warriors who could help with waste management. Looking online she learnt about The Bartan Company (TBC). Founded […]
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As bars across the country are tweak menus to include zero-waste cocktails, the bigger breweries and distilleries are also looking to rewrite their scripts. World over, the spirits industry has set in motion, multi-pronged plans to address its soil, water, and energy footprints. As countries set ambitious targets to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, spirits manufacturers […]
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In the bustling city of Bengaluru, where urban growth and development often take centre stage, a silent revolution is underway. A growing number of individuals have emerged as passionate advocates for sustainability, dedicating their time, energy, and resources to create positive change within their communities. From eco-entrepreneurs to e-waste artists, these individuals have embraced the […]
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The collaborative studio of designer Anthony Lopez. | Photo Credit: special arrangement Not everyone wants to spend summer renovating the house or investing in landscaping. But this season is also great for making small changes at home, a little more than fixing leaky taps or changing the cushion covers, for instance. How about sparking some […]
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The exhibit features a stunning display of white coral-shaped structures that are made of paper. | Photo Credit: Special Arrangement The Pulp Society Gallery has brought together the works of artists Rajat Sodhi and Christoph Klemmt, for their latest exhibition titled, “Khoral.” On display is a stunning display of white coral-shaped structures that are completely […]
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With 226 portraits, and essays from leading experts, including Jane Goodall, photographer Graeme Green’s latest book aims to raise awareness about wildlife conservation Source link
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