Dr. Ujwala Chakradeo - architect, planner and architecture educationist. She has deep interest in all possible facets of ‘making of an architect’. Her doctoral thesis is also about architecture education and social change. Process of designing and transmission of knowledge in architecture have been her areas of concern. She believes that education is the most effective tool of social change and understands that this tool has to be handled with utmost sensitivity.
Architectural history demonstrates that there has been an inspiration for the architectural marve... more Architectural history demonstrates that there has been an inspiration for the architectural marvels in the civilizations like Greek, Roman and Egyptian etc. However, these ‘Inspirations’ in Architecture were not limited to the superficial characteristics but includes much larger arena of factors like the philosophy, theory, concept, spiritual understanding and also the ways in which knowledge is manifested in the architectural forms. India and South-East Asia has always been a topic of discussion for its resemblance in architectural characteristics. The paper focuses on how; historically; the architecture of South East Asia and India has been developed and the influential factors from both these regions which formed a rich architectural history of this region. To elaborate on this, the case of Khmer architecture with the example of Angkor Wat temple, Cambodia, which is the largest religious structure in the world and Dravidian temple architecture with an example of Brihadeeshwara te...
Knowledge, skill and design are three basic components of architecture education. Knowledge, i.e.... more Knowledge, skill and design are three basic components of architecture education. Knowledge, i.e. theoretical part of the education can be taught by taking assistance from education technology. Skill has to be taught by demonstration. However teaching “design ” is still being discussed and debated. The paper is about establishing the fact that process is important in teaching design and in continuous development of tender minds of students. The paper also demonstrates briefly the process adopted and established at our college, with a careful conscience of not leading the stakeholders into the rut, so that it is never forgotten that creativity is the essential component of design. An example of third-year design studio is chosen to demonstrate the progression in learning process of a student and to demonstrate the applicability of local context.
Architectural history demonstrates that there has been an inspiration for the architectural marve... more Architectural history demonstrates that there has been an inspiration for the architectural marvels in the civilizations like Greek, Roman and Egyptian etc. However, these ‘Inspirations’ in Architecture were not limited to the superficial characteristics but includes much larger arena of factors like the philosophy, theory, concept, spiritual understanding and also the ways in which knowledge is manifested in the architectural forms. India and South-East Asia has always been a topic of discussion for its resemblance in architectural characteristics. The paper focuses on how; historically; the architecture of South East Asia and India has been developed and the influential factors from both these regions which formed a rich architectural history of this region. To elaborate on this, the case of Khmer architecture with the example of Angkor Wat temple, Cambodia, which is the largest religious structure in the world and Dravidian temple architecture with an example of Brihadeeshwara te...
Abstract Knowledge, skill and design are three basic components of architecture education. Knowle... more Abstract Knowledge, skill and design are three basic components of architecture education. Knowledge, ie theoretical part of the education can be taught by taking assistance from education technology. Skill has to be taught by demonstration. However teaching design is still ...
The significance of biodiversity in the survival of human beings and enhancing the urban quality ... more The significance of biodiversity in the survival of human beings and enhancing the urban quality of life is evident from the empirical measurements and qualitative studies carried out across the globe. Despite its importance and value, burgeoning population and growing urbanization are posing a serious threat to biodiversity leading to biodiversity homogenization and ecosystem fragmentation. Moreover, studies reveal that management practices of biodiversity hardly take into account perception, needs, and knowledge of urban residents regarding biodiversity. Urban green spaces have a major role to play in the conservation of urban biodiversity. However, the triangular relationship between biodiversity, urban green spaces, and public perception is still unexplored. With this aim, the paper attempts to compile, analyze, and synthesize the empirical findings to understand the state-of-the-art knowledge regarding public perception of biodiversity in urban green spaces. The search strategy...
Architectural history shows that there has been an inspiration for the architectural marvels in t... more Architectural history shows that there has been an inspiration for the architectural marvels in the civilizations like Greek, Roman, Egyptian monuments. Historically, the Greek architecture has followed the Aegeans and later on influenced Roman architecture, the Persian architecture has influenced Indian architecture creating a new category of architecture as Mughal architecture. More so, various styles were developed by taking inspiration from preceding ones from various parts of the world. However, 'Inspiration' in Architecture is not limited to the superficial characteristics but includes much larger arena of factors like the philosophy, theory, concept, spiritual understanding and also ways it is manifested in the architectural form. India and SouthEast Asia has always been a topic of discussion for its resemblance in architectural forms. The paper focuses on how; historically; the architecture of South East Asia has been developed, by taking inspiration from Indian Architecture. This inspiration is much beyond the regular features of the structure and has an impact on the overall thought process of the builders and their creations. An exemplary Angkor Wat temple from Cambodia, which is the largest religious structure in the world and a world heritage site; shows a strong influence of Indian architecture, culture and social systems, which is considered as a marvel constructed from 1112 to 1152 AD, during the Reign of Suryavaraman-II. This paper is an attempt to examine the Indian architectural philosophy which must have inspired the Khmers from Cambodia to construct such unique and perfect piece of Architecture.
Architectural history demonstrates that there has been an inspiration for the architectural marve... more Architectural history demonstrates that there has been an inspiration for the architectural marvels in the civilizations like Greek, Roman and Egyptian etc. However, these ‘Inspirations’ in Architecture were not limited to the superficial characteristics but includes much larger arena of factors like the philosophy, theory, concept, spiritual understanding and also the ways in which knowledge is manifested in the architectural forms. India and South-East Asia has always been a topic of discussion for its resemblance in architectural characteristics. The paper focuses on how; historically; the architecture of South East Asia and India has been developed and the influential factors from both these regions which formed a rich architectural history of this region. To elaborate on this, the case of Khmer architecture with the example of Angkor Wat temple, Cambodia, which is the largest religious structure in the world and Dravidian temple architecture with an example of Brihadeeshwara te...
Knowledge, skill and design are three basic components of architecture education. Knowledge, i.e.... more Knowledge, skill and design are three basic components of architecture education. Knowledge, i.e. theoretical part of the education can be taught by taking assistance from education technology. Skill has to be taught by demonstration. However teaching “design ” is still being discussed and debated. The paper is about establishing the fact that process is important in teaching design and in continuous development of tender minds of students. The paper also demonstrates briefly the process adopted and established at our college, with a careful conscience of not leading the stakeholders into the rut, so that it is never forgotten that creativity is the essential component of design. An example of third-year design studio is chosen to demonstrate the progression in learning process of a student and to demonstrate the applicability of local context.
Architectural history demonstrates that there has been an inspiration for the architectural marve... more Architectural history demonstrates that there has been an inspiration for the architectural marvels in the civilizations like Greek, Roman and Egyptian etc. However, these ‘Inspirations’ in Architecture were not limited to the superficial characteristics but includes much larger arena of factors like the philosophy, theory, concept, spiritual understanding and also the ways in which knowledge is manifested in the architectural forms. India and South-East Asia has always been a topic of discussion for its resemblance in architectural characteristics. The paper focuses on how; historically; the architecture of South East Asia and India has been developed and the influential factors from both these regions which formed a rich architectural history of this region. To elaborate on this, the case of Khmer architecture with the example of Angkor Wat temple, Cambodia, which is the largest religious structure in the world and Dravidian temple architecture with an example of Brihadeeshwara te...
Abstract Knowledge, skill and design are three basic components of architecture education. Knowle... more Abstract Knowledge, skill and design are three basic components of architecture education. Knowledge, ie theoretical part of the education can be taught by taking assistance from education technology. Skill has to be taught by demonstration. However teaching design is still ...
The significance of biodiversity in the survival of human beings and enhancing the urban quality ... more The significance of biodiversity in the survival of human beings and enhancing the urban quality of life is evident from the empirical measurements and qualitative studies carried out across the globe. Despite its importance and value, burgeoning population and growing urbanization are posing a serious threat to biodiversity leading to biodiversity homogenization and ecosystem fragmentation. Moreover, studies reveal that management practices of biodiversity hardly take into account perception, needs, and knowledge of urban residents regarding biodiversity. Urban green spaces have a major role to play in the conservation of urban biodiversity. However, the triangular relationship between biodiversity, urban green spaces, and public perception is still unexplored. With this aim, the paper attempts to compile, analyze, and synthesize the empirical findings to understand the state-of-the-art knowledge regarding public perception of biodiversity in urban green spaces. The search strategy...
Architectural history shows that there has been an inspiration for the architectural marvels in t... more Architectural history shows that there has been an inspiration for the architectural marvels in the civilizations like Greek, Roman, Egyptian monuments. Historically, the Greek architecture has followed the Aegeans and later on influenced Roman architecture, the Persian architecture has influenced Indian architecture creating a new category of architecture as Mughal architecture. More so, various styles were developed by taking inspiration from preceding ones from various parts of the world. However, 'Inspiration' in Architecture is not limited to the superficial characteristics but includes much larger arena of factors like the philosophy, theory, concept, spiritual understanding and also ways it is manifested in the architectural form. India and SouthEast Asia has always been a topic of discussion for its resemblance in architectural forms. The paper focuses on how; historically; the architecture of South East Asia has been developed, by taking inspiration from Indian Architecture. This inspiration is much beyond the regular features of the structure and has an impact on the overall thought process of the builders and their creations. An exemplary Angkor Wat temple from Cambodia, which is the largest religious structure in the world and a world heritage site; shows a strong influence of Indian architecture, culture and social systems, which is considered as a marvel constructed from 1112 to 1152 AD, during the Reign of Suryavaraman-II. This paper is an attempt to examine the Indian architectural philosophy which must have inspired the Khmers from Cambodia to construct such unique and perfect piece of Architecture.
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