EDITORIAL
A special feature in the Journal celebrates the idea of hope in one of the most conflict ridden regions of the world, Afganisthan. Jon Coe's contribution in the area of policy and projects in rural realms are inspirational lessons for spatial designers, who intend to work as facilitators with learning from traditional wisdom for improving livelihood opportunities and nature conservation methods for rural communities. Farming finds another context in the homestead garden in Kerala, where the place becomes a microcosm of a peaceful and happy co-existence of nature and man. The book, Wandering and Ponderings by Shirish Beri, reviewed by Manalee Nanavati reflects explorations of many symbiotic realms across the country where the author captures the spirit of a few by his hand-drawn sketches.
In the urban context, nearly a century ago, Patrick Geddes called upon revitalizing the urban forms and their functions while working on a local level, with communities and public participation. Patrick Geddes in India, reviewed by Prashanta Bhat, brings to forefront many of his ideas in context of traditional parts of urban India under colonial rule. Chandigarh, a site in the modern history of the country is the subject of another feature by Rajnish Wattas who informs about its natural character and integration in the master plan, which has given another dimension to city's relationship with nature. The Architecture of Nothingness, reviewed by Rajat Ray, tries to connect philosophy, architecture, art and design, social and cultural realms in many interesting ways, exploring ways of discovery, perception, at times as sources of inspiration and finally, as elements of integration.
We are happy to share that with the new year 2022, the Journal is coming back to production of its printed copies. These are exciting times for all of us here. Many thanks for all your love and support.
—Editors
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