urban planning

Sameep Padora’s (de)Coding Mumbai exhibition

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Sameep Padora’s (de)Coding Mumbai exhibition

Six years ago, Mumbai-based architect Sameep Padora was approached by a developer to design an affordable housing project, for which his firm conducted several field studies. He says that through this project, he found several beautiful examples of housing types responsive to the need for light and ventilation. “This study was published as a book … Read more

Urban planners have critical role in decreasing carbon emissions due to construction: Dikshu C Kukreja

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Urban planners have critical role in decreasing carbon emissions due to construction: Dikshu C Kukreja

‘The real estate and construction industry is certainly one of the largest contributing sectors in carbon emissions around the world, especially in developing countries such as India. ‘ The “Climate Emergency” continues to represent a renewed worldwide emphasis on tackling climate change. While there is no “one solution” to the multifaceted challenges brought about by … Read more