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Two distinct Mumbai neighbourhoods appeared in their modern avatars in the Art Deco period – the precincts along the Oval Maidan and Marine Drive in South Mumbai, and the ones in Dadar-Matunga further north. Over the years, the Art Deco buildings in Dadar-Matunga have gradually fallen into …

‘Banding’ (n.): A pattern created with at least two parallel lines is called architectural bands or “banding”. Now, you know the dictionary definition of ‘Banding’, but take a look at how this versatile design element features in Mumbai’s Art Deco architecture. Welcome to Deco Decoded – a …

Shortly before Eros Cinema closed its doors in 2017, Art Deco Mumbai Trust hosted students from Columbia University, New York for a ‘Bombay Deco Dekho’ walking tour. The walk culminated in a lecture by Prof. Mustansir Dalvi at the preview theatre in Eros. It was perhaps the last such public …

Imagine Mumbai’s Marine Drive under water by the year 2031 – back to where it began, land reclaimed from the sea returns to the waters! For coastal cities like Mumbai and Miami, climate change is an immediate concern. Both cities share tropical climatic conditions, are home to historic Art Deco …

‘Streamlining’ (n.): Aerodynamic design in which the contouring of an object, such as aircraft body reduces its resistance to motion through a stream of air. Now, you know the dictionary definition of ‘Streamlining’, but take a look at how this versatile design element features in Mumbai’s Art …

Eyebrow (n.): A horizontal ledge extending outward above a window to serve as a sun shade, used as a climate-responsive architectural element. Now, you know the dictionary definition of ‘Eyebrow’, but take a look at how this versatile design element features in Mumbai’s Art Deco architecture. …

Nautical Imagery (n.): Designs inspired by the sea, ships, and luxurious ocean liners that reflected Bombay’s identity as a port city. Now, you know the dictionary definition of ‘Nautical Imagery’, but take a look at how this versatile design element features in Mumbai’s Art Deco architecture. …

“Look for the dirtiest building on this street, and that will be Swastik Court,” said Nayana Kathpalia, long-time resident of this historic building in the Oval precinct. That was then, and this is now! Watch as the key stakeholders in this repair and restoration project – conservation …

Now playing, the launch of the Swastik Court Handbook with architects Vikas Dilawari and Robert Stephens, at the Durbar Hall, Asiatic Society of Mumbai. With this conversation, engage with what you can do with your Art Deco building. The Swastik Court repair and restoration project is of …

In this public lecture, held at the historic Durbar Hall, Asiatic Society, Mumbai on 7th January 2023, Dr. Abigail McGowan, explores how Art Deco brought a wholly new approach to interior design. The turn of the 20th century transformed several facets of life in Bombay. Modern amenities, travel …