Houses in the hills usually have a picturesque, dreamy quality, becoming one with the slopes. But hills are known for challenging climatic conditions like extreme cold, snow, and even earthquakes. There are also difficulties in transporting materials for construction on rough terrain. How did indigenous buildings traditionally respond to these conditions? A colourful house in … Read more
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The rapidly worsening air quality in India has a direct correlation to our housing choices. Increasing urbanisation, industrial proliferation and population growth are prompting homebuyers to prioritise the quality of their living environments. Many suburban areas with lower population density and more green open spaces offer relief from urban pollution. Planned cities such as Chandigarh, … Read more
Leader of Opposition in Lok Sabha and Congress MP Rahul Gandhi during his visit to Rae Bareli, Uttar Pradesh on August 20. | Photo Credit: PTI Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi on Wednesday said that crimes like the Badlapur sexual assault incident forces one to think “where are we heading as … Read more
Leaves glitter with raindrops as we walk under a canopy of verdant greenery. The Karamana river, in full spate, can be heard raging about 750 metres below. The air is redolent with fragrances of soil, leaves, spices and flowers. Creepers, branches and leaves brush against us as we make our way around this tropical Eden. … Read more
Driven by both economic and environmental factors, as well as a growing consumer demand for greener practices, the hospitality industry has been gravitating to sustainability and energy efficiency. Integrating elements of nature into interior spaces, such as living green walls, indoor plants, and natural materials, enhances well-being and connection to the environment. Biophilic design is … Read more
Various urban elements, from construction materials to transportation fuels, create ‘hot’ cities, amplifying temperatures by several degrees compared to rural areas. The Indian Meteorological Department has warned of a scorching summer this year with more than the usual number of heatwave days. Some places are likely to face maximum temperatures crossing 40 degrees Celsius. In … Read more
The Forest Department has decided to temporarily suspend the collection of environment maintenance charges from the vehicle users on the Eturunagaram wildlife sanctuary stretch of the National Highway 163 in Mulugu district from February 2 to 29, 2024. The decision has been taken in view of the ensuing historic Sammakka Saralamma jatara (mega tribal fair) … Read more
Consumer Reports has found that plastics retain a “widespread” presence in food despite the health risks, and called on regulators to reassess the safety of plastics that come into contact with food during production. The non-profit consumer group said on Thursday that 84 out of 85 supermarket foods and fast foods it recently tested contained … Read more
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 … Read more