Many ancient Egyptian, Greek and Islamic religious buildings share a common feature known as hypostyle. Defined as rows of columns that support a roof, this solution has developed in different ...

The recycled buildings of Rome, long dismissed by architects, are getting a reappraisal as a model for how to reduce waste while creating something fresh. ROME — For centuries, historians and ...

India is a land of incredible temples, and each has its own unique story, architecture, and cultural importance. Some temples are known for their sheer size and grandeur, while others fascinate ...

Much before humans constructed their first permanent shelters, they discovered the protective power of animal hides as a barrier against harsh environmental conditions. This fundamental principle of ...

Today, Michael Wyetzner of Michielli + Wyetzner Architects returns to AD for an in-depth look at the architectural design in Denis Villeneuve’s epic adaptation of Dune. Surviving on the desert planet ...

We often imagine ancient civilizations as primitive compared to today’s urban landscapes. Living in mud huts, traveling by ...

Nendo Takes On Architecture With A Huge New Public Plaza (And A Trampoline, Of Course) The Japanese design studio—known for its prolific output—continues its quest to take over the world.

Across India, ancient architecture continues to offer clues about early engineering, metallurgy, and scientific thought.

The Architects’ Alphabet is a 26-part series describing design elements featured in Gregory J. Scott’s new book, “Urban Legend, The Life & Legacy of C. Emlen Urban,” Lancaster’s most renowned ...