It is a new cover protecting an assembly of archaeological thermal baths, forum and domus of Molinete Park, Cartagena, Spain. The light polycarbonate structure seeks to seamlessly integrate the dense city centre to the sloping park while creating a continuous perception of the whole site.

The power to inspire goes beyond that of the power to influence. The works of Archigram strongly possesses both these qualities, having successfully left their mark within the architectural discourse.

Chandigarh, the capital of Haryana and Punjab was designed by the distinguished French (born Swiss) Architect and Urban Planner, Le Corbusier in the 1950s.

Archt. Chinthaka Wickramage’s IFRCS Community Centre for the Tsunami affected community at Thalalla was among the ten highly commended projects selected from entries submitted by architectural professionals globally for the AR + D Awards for Emerging Architecture 2011, and published in the Architectural Review December 2011 issue 1378 on Emerging Architecture.

The third CPD for the Session 2011/2012 focussed on a changing trend in the building industry and the role of the architect.

The 30th Annual Session of the Sri Lanka Institute of Architects was themed “Regenerating Sri Lanka – the architect and the built environment”.

Embracing the natural environment that surrounds it, the Eco House embodies the very essence of nature into its built environment. With its rustic finishes and openness to the outdoors, this house was made to the requirements of an avid nature-lover.

The 21st century brings with it a number of diverse functions required to suit the growing needs of the people. With the growth of population, change of trends, available consumer items, and activities, communities globally are faced with the ever persistent problem of housing these varied needs of society.