Architecture: Past, Present and Future

Contents: Preface. 1. Introduction: The elements of architecture. 2. Evolution of Indian architecture. 3. The world of architecture. 4. Parametricism: The future of architecture. 5. Pandemic, pollution and morphotectonic strategies. 6. Sustainable habitat and green buildings. 7. Building design for climatic comfort. 8. Housing for all. 9. Sustainable infrastructure services. Bibliography. Index.

An architect is defined as a master builder, one who designs buildings and superintends their erection. Architecture is the art and science of building, which encompasses technical, artistic, economic and social aspects. Every building is a part of ecological circle and has a footprint. As such, architecture is closely linked with urbanism, ecology, environment, natural resources, public health (Covid19), water and energy. This makes architecture a dynamic and evolving phenomenon, which is changing from architectonic to parametric and ecological. The book provides a comprehensive narrative on evolution of architecture, green building, climatology, building resources pyramid, parametric and morph tectonic architecture and infrastructure services. Written in a simple language with about 310 illustrations, the book provides a futuristic view of architecture.