Writing
A compilation of all the writing exercises and expression through the words from the people at IESCOA
- The Koli Community of Bandra
The Koli Community of Bandra Fisher folk, said to be among Mumbai’s earliest inhabitants, continue to adhere to traditional values, customs, and culture despite the challenges posed by living in the heart of the city. From Mazgaon, Sion, Worli, Mahim, Khar, and Bandra to Versova to Madh and beyond, their koliwadas are rooted along the … - Waroda Road
A journey into the Waroda Road Waroda Road in Bandra West, Mumbai, India is a popular destination for locals and tourists alike, known for its trendy cafes, boutiques, and art galleries. However, its rich history dates back several centuries to when Bandra was a small fishing village ruled by the Portuguese in the 16th century. … - Mapping Divisive Landscapes
The process of mapping is a sensitive approach to break the barrier between the architect and the human geography to achieve more sensitive and sustainable solutions. Using Narrative mapping as a tool to empathetically understand contexts as a composite of human engagements and desires, this module attempts to sensitise ourselves as future architects. It used … - A MEMOIR OF KIARA
Written by Shreya Manjunath, Roshini V, Muskan Ranka Beyond the great river flowing downwards lies the quaint city of Kiara. At first glance, the city doesn’t look like much but try not to be fooled by its appearance. Sometimes one feels like they’re standing on top of a volcano but as time passes it feels … - THE ACCIDENTAL CITY
Written by Abhishek Bohra, Pradnya Phutane, Krish Nasta Proceeding ninety miles into the forbidden territory, and across the mountains, you will arrive at a fortified city built by kings of the past. Originating from the river that bounds it, this extremely humid city attracts visitors from far and wide. The older part is occupied by … - Stories by the Sea
A compilation of student work ‘Mapping the narratives of the Fishing Villages’ Course Instructors: Nisha Nair Gupta, Manasi Chokshi Edited and Compiled by Riddhima Khedkar Complete work can be accessed here - HOW DO YOU JUDGE A BUILDING?
HOW DO YOU JUDGE A BUILDING? by Shardul Patil As architects, we attempt to create designs that reflect the essence of the intended program or the context that the design is set into or just attempt at creating something that totally stands out just because we wish for it. Perhaps the most difficult job as … - Amdavad ni Gufa
Amdavad Ni Gufa by Daksha Burse In the CEPT campus of Ahmedabad lies an unusual underground structure, well known as Hussain-Doshi Gufa that marks the collaboration of the great artist M F Hussain and the innovative architect BV Doshi. The very first visual from the approaching campus road displays multifarious cave like structures … - On Marine drive…
“If any one of us had been around 80 years ago, Marine Drive would never have got built. After all, there are many compelling reasons to oppose it. It brings more traffic. It involves reclamation, adding more buildings between us and the sea. It’s obviously very bad news. Why don’t we just continue using Queen’s Road? Yet, aren’t you glad it happened?” -Charles Correa (Learning from marine drive) - SOMETHING ABOUT A TEA STALL by Ankita Dutta
It was another hectic day. Nonstop lectures, disagreements with professors, a new list of assignments to finish and the afternoon heat. It almost felt like the supernatural being had woken up that morning and decided to make it just one of those dreadful days again. As I wandered inside my regular tea stall, I ordered …
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