Architecture :

Orientalism and Egyptian Influences on American Architecture

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Many people consider Greek and Roman architecture to be the foundation of "Western" design. But what people don't realize is that many motifs which we associate with Greece and Rome were actually adapted or influenced by ancient Egypt. Today I gave[...]

Shanghai World Expo 2010 - The Sweden Pavilion

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Sweden ? home to Volvo, Ikea and Absolut Vodka, one of the top design capitals of the World. I was tempted to visit the Sweden Pavilion due to the country?s cache in cool, functional and attractive designs. The pavilion looked promising from the[...]

The weekend

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First, there was the year-end exhibition, prize-distribution, a hog roast, free wine and my work was displayed. Then there was the don’t-give-it-a-miss lunch at Tamatanga…lamb curry never tasted so good. Neither did[...]

From the Depths

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Shreya, Me and Foram ZONASA 2007 : Synesthesia (slumped on the swanky porch of a five-star hotel at 1:00 a.m. in the morning!) Coming across an old photograph is such a great feeling! It digs up so many memories, sweet and sour[...]

Shanghai - The Bund

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Shanghainese call The Bund "Waitan" - literally outer bund, as it was once territories occupied by the outsiders - British, Americans and later on also the French. This stretch of Shanghai is the most popular tourist attraction, and have been[...]

Shanghai 2010 - Z58

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Z58 is an office building for a lighting design company (Zhongtai Lighting Group) located on Fanyu Road in the French Concession. Converted from an old watch factory, the renovation was designed by famed Japanese architect Kengo Kuma. From the[...]

Macau - Main Streets

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While most visitors to Macau would make a point to visit all the major historical sites, the more modern parts of the city are often overlooked, and it is easy to see why. Macau Peninsula has a few main streets, and they are populated by mostly[...]

Bali 2010 - Ku De Ta

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Having missed out on Ku De Ta on all my previous visits to Bali, this time I made it a point to go there. I?ve read about the expensive drinks and overpriced menu on many blogs, so decided to go just for drinks. After so many years in operation,[...]

Bali 2010 - Maya Ubud

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Maya Ubud is one of the more well known resorts in Ubud - famous for its distinctive design and luxurious spa facilities. The thing that strikes you as you arrive is the dramatic roof form of the entrance porch and reception building - it is[...]

Bali 2010 - Tanah Lot

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To me Pura Tanah Lot is the most beautiful temple in Bali. The location is just spectacular, and the integration of the temple structure into the natural rock outcrop is seamless. The whole complex looks good from any angle, and is probably the[...]