Architecture of Optimism.
The Covid-19 pandemic and the resultant national lockdown has left its ripples across all segments of the life the lockdown has also left its shadow on the architects and designers as projects at all levels have come to a grinding halt in the country. One thing that’s clear from this pandemic is that there won’t be a flip of a switch that will suddenly fill malls, airports, office buildings, parks, and arenas with people. There will be a gradual re-engagement with our communities, and therefore the architecture that defines those communities are going to be layered with a cautious optimism. Whether it’s new buildings that are about to be designed or existing architecture that now needs to be re-imagined, in many ways this is a time for an architecture of optimism which doesn’t seek to glorify form rather, seeks to express its purpose in every aspect of the design, one that promotes wellness and celebrates life. It makes people feel safe and can be trusted while still being i...
