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Architectural History & Preservation - Ancient Indian education systems like the Gurukul system emphasized holistic learning, encompassing life skills, moral values, and spiritual development [3] - Nalanda University, established in the 5th century CE, was an international university housing over 10,000 students and 2,000 teachers, attracting scholars from across Asia [6][7] - The decline of Nalanda University occurred around the 12th century due to invasion, resulting in the destruction of its infrastructure and a vast library containing approximately 9 million books [8] - Excavations at sites like Fanigiri reveal intricate stone carvings and architectural elements from the 1st century CE, highlighting the art and culture of the time [15] Restoration & Material Science - Traditional lime mortar, used for thousands of years, is presented as a primary building material, contrasting with the more recent adoption of cement in 1904 in India [21][22][23] - The industry emphasizes the importance of using original materials and techniques in restoration projects to preserve the integrity of age-old structures [21][23] - Initial restoration attempts using cement were unsuccessful, highlighting the need for traditional materials like lime mortar [23] Cultural Significance & Future Implications - Architecture plays a crucial role in preserving culture through art, serving as a reliable means of transferring cultural data to future generations [20] - Forgotten architectural forms represent not only physical structures but also lost systems, languages, values, and ways of learning [24] - Restoring ancient structures and preserving forgotten forms can inspire the present and shape the future by reminding us of past knowledge, design, and education [26]

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on behalf of Ayan. Uh firstly I won't take up much time but thank you so much Flora for inviting me here. Thank you all of you for having me here as well.Um this was a very difficult presentation for me to put together because I don't think about these things very often. My work I'm an architect. I work with identity. I work with culture and heritage architectural heritage sites across the country.I moved back from being in various different places in the world. Um 20 years of being away. I moved back in 20 ...

Architectural Methodology - Architecture offers a methodology of reflection divided into analysis, concept, and detail: analysis (problem), concept (solution), and detail (application) [1] - Francis Keré, an architect from Burkina Faso, applied this methodology to address problems in Gando: extreme climate, poverty, and political instability [1] - Keré's solution was to build a primary school using local materials, providing work opportunities and education [1] Problem Solving & Application - The presentation uses the example of "Albert is capable but doesn't want to" to illustrate problem-solving [1] - Reasons for Albert's lack of motivation include procrastination and inefficient work methods [1] - Solutions include organizing work time and minimizing distractions [1] - The value of knowledge lies in its application; questioning alone is insufficient [1] Impact & Conclusion - Francis Keré's simple methodology had a significant impact on his community [1] - Applying this methodology individually can have a positive impact on oneself and others [1]

Juxtaposed against a classic shingle-style house in the Hamptons stands a sleek, cantilevered pink pool house that blurs the line between art and design.“There’s a geometry to it,” architect Roger Ferris said of the angled periscope-like form.🔗: https://t.co/ZFyrdmnref https://t.co/cbQKAllI6F ...

Project Goals - BNB Chain seeks collaborators to build its next-generation architecture [1] - The goal is to achieve sub-150ms finality, over 20 thousand TPS (20K+), native privacy, and Web2-level UX [1] Call for Proposals - BNB Chain encourages submissions of proposals for collaboration [1]