A doorway situated in the heart of Colombo, leads directly into the long and airy halls of a temple topped by an imposing Gopuram adorned with the intricate details of the long and fascinating tale of the Lord Ganesha, the Hindu God of Wisdom. By Jayani C Senanayake | Photography Indika De Silva Built […]

  Referred to as a ‘House of God’, an islamic mosque serves the function of prayer, and is often a simple structure with sufficient space for the devotees of the faith to engage in their religious activities. The Jumma (Masjid) Mosque situated at Kinniya in the eastern province is such an edifice portraying some of […]

  The rustling of the bo leaves warmly welcomes the visitors once they enter these premises while a sense of serenity, abounding with the reverence of millions envelops you at the very entrance. Thus it is with a great feeling of reverence that one keeps the first step upon the cool and smooth tiles of […]

  This stylish pad designed for an Investment Banker in his early 30’s, combines eco-friendliness with a contemporary, modern design. It is infused with textures – from its rough façade, warm timber, the liquid sheen of the reflective ponds, the smoothness of the cut-cement, the gleam of the glazed windows and the brilliance of the […]

  Inspired by nature and drawing on the colours and texture of traditional vernacular buildings of Sri Lanka, Archt Mohan Wijayaratna created a home that reflects an existential sense to its inhabitants. By Chamindra Warusavitharana | Photography Mohan Wijayaratna “My design concept was based on the client’s wish to live close to nature amidst its […]

  Creating an elegant and comfortable modern home while staying within a client’s budget, is often a challenge to the Architect. However, this house is the perfect example which shows that overcoming this challenge is indeed possible. By Manori Wijesekera | Photography Indika De Silva Located in the quiet semi-urban suburb of Minuwangoda, nestled down […]

  At Slave Island, Colombo 02. STUDENT : AMJAD MANSOOR INSTITUTION : CITY SCHOOL OF ARCHITECTURE. COMPREHENSIVE DESIGN PROJECT – SLIA PART II Project Overview The Department of Muslim Cultural and Religious Affairs in Sri Lanka has identified the necessity of a centre in Sri Lanka to teach and exhibit Islamic art. The primary objective […]

  The international paradigm on the rapidly increasing food issue is an ongoing discussion around the world. The existing dialogue among architects has resulted in creating experimental concepts, processes, and ideas culminating most prominently in “green” building forms as a tangible solution to partially sustain the food crisis and associated issues. Most of such perceived […]