Architecture and Design

Restoration Architecture and Design

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Architectural Restoration and Design

It is an Architecture design theory which deals with the process of reviving the material, historical design integrity of the heritage structure.

Restoration of the structure will help in prolonging the life of the structure and also make it functionally usable for the future. This can only be done through planned interventions.

The aim of Restoration Architects is to revive the age old Architecture and make it functional to be used in the future.

The external facade of the historic structure is the functional value of the structure which is very important to be restored to maintain the aesthetical integrity of the structure.

Krnov Castle | Before restoration
Krnov Castle | Before restoration

What is the first thing to be done when working on “restoration of a structure”?

Assessment of the building is to be done in terms of its historical significance as well the structural technology used in those days.

Why is “Building Assessment” important?

Every heritage building has its own historical importance, its own character. Studying the character of the building makes the designer get involved into designing. It helps strengthening the imagination of the designer to achieve the results.

The knowledge of the life of the building is essential with architectural point of view. If the life of the building is studied carefully, you would get a complete idea of its features and problems of the building.

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Station Design Guide | Architectural Design Considerations

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Design of Rail Stations | Architecture and Design

In our previous article, “HSR Station design Guide“, we listed out some of the core station areas and discussed the design considerations to be taken while designing “Station Crossings” and “Platform design”.

Important Station areas to be designed:

Now we will move on with our discussion on the design considerations to be taken for the following station areas (elements):

  • Platforms doors and screens
  • Entrances and Exits
  • Direction of the opening of doors

Design of Platforms doors and screens

Modern metro systems have incorporated glazed screens along the edges of the platform.

This system of designing screen doors was incorporated in cold countries in order to maintain the temperature of the station.

These kind of screen door systems have been used in Europe and America. The underground station in London is pretty popular. The extension of the underground station has been worked on with a point to introduce the platform screen doors. See the picture of the Canary Wharf station in London.

Design of Station entrances and Exits

The width of the entrances and exits should be large enough to allow efficient circulation of a large number of passengers in and out. They must be designed keeping the emergency conditions in mind.

Every country has its own safety codes for the design of entrances and exits.

Apart from concentrating on the width of the entrances, it is necessary to remember that we are architectural designers and making the entrances aesthetically appealing is also our aim.

The number of entrances have to be carefully designed so as to cater for the different sides of the railway route and at the same time, the design should be economical. It should not exceed the calculated budget.

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Designing a Holiday Resort | Architecture and Design

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7 Key Design Considerations for a Perfect Holiday Resort

P.S: Article updated on 25th March 2025

When people go on holiday, they want to relax, enjoy, and escape from their busy lives. A holiday resort should feel like a dream destination—a place where guests feel comfortable, welcomed, and surrounded by beauty.

As an architect, I believe that a well-designed resort is the key to a great holiday experience. Good planning can make all the difference between a resort that people love and one they never return to.

Let’s talk about the seven most important things that make a holiday resort successful.

The success of every resort is influenced by the following seven factors:
  1. Location: The Heart of the Resort
  2. First Impressions Matter: The Look of the Resort
  3. Beautiful Landscaping: Nature Makes Everything Better
  4. Easy Movement: Guests Shouldn’t Get Lost!
  5. Quick and Friendly Service: How Design Helps Staff Work Better
  6. Cleanliness and Maintenance: A Resort Should Always Feel Fresh
  7. Good Food: A Resort Experience Isn’t Complete Without It

Let us move on with the discussion on some of the most important factors that are necessary to be considered while designing a “Holiday Resort”.

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