Mind over material

There's a flurry of activity,one thats hard to comprehend,for all that you see is a skeletal structure of bamboo,one that promises to be grand and evocative.

Creating an expression in bamboo,they are initiating a dialogue

There’s a flurry of activity,one thats hard to comprehend,for all that you see is a skeletal structure of bamboo,one that promises to be grand and evocative. Glen,faculty member at the University of Washington Seattle and his students of architecture,with the Chandigarh College of Architecture,through IP2009,are studying the development of Chandigarh,its conceptual ideas,the emerging ones and how development in the city will sustain the character of the city. Corbusier is the father of modern architecture and we are recalling Nehrus invocation of Chandigarh…a city unfettered by the past through DesignBuild,an architectural structure or expression in bamboo,which was conceptualized by a student of the Chandigarh College of Architecture,Aman, explains Glen,who has studied Corbusiers work deeply and is fascinated by the architects concepts of space,light,flexibility. The structure is being put up at the Plaza on a temporary basis and the idea,says Glen,is to initiate a dialogue on what Chandigarh is,where its going and the choice of material,bamboo was simply because its so Indian,flexible,affordable,does great in both tension and compression. Its a creative exercise and its conception is to provoke thoughts,whether the citys heart centre,Sector 17 has been displaced,its homogenous form diminished et al, Glen is struck by the energy of the city and how fast its changing. Watch the action live at the Plaza till February 16.

Parul

Parul is a Principal Correspondent at The Indian Express in Chandigarh. She is a seasoned journalist with over 25 years of experience specializing in public health, higher education, and the architectural heritage of Northern India. Professional Profile Education: Graduate in Humanities with a specialized focus on Journalism and Mass Communication from Panjab University, Chandigarh. Career Path: She began her career covering local city beats and human interest stories before joining The Indian Express in 2009. Over the last decade and a half, she has risen to the rank of Principal Correspondent, becoming the publication’s primary voice on Chandigarh’s premier medical and academic institutions. Expertise: Her reporting is deeply rooted in the institutional dynamics of PGIMER (Post Graduate Institute of Medical Education and Research) and Panjab University. She is highly regarded for her ability to navigate complex administrative bureaucracies to deliver student-centric and patient-centric news. Recent Notable Articles (Late 2024 - 2025) Her recent work highlights critical reporting on healthcare infrastructure, academic governance, and urban culture: 1. Public Health & PGIMER "PGIMER expands digital registry: Centralized patient records to reduce wait times by 40%" (Nov 20, 2025): A detailed look at the digital transformation of one of India's busiest medical institutes to tackle patient influx. "Robotic Surgery at PGI: Why the new urology wing is a game-changer for North India" (Oct 12, 2025): Reporting on the acquisition of state-of-the-art medical technology and its impact on affordable healthcare. "Shortage of life-saving drugs: Inside the supply chain crisis at government pharmacies" (Dec 5, 2025): An investigative piece on the logistical hurdles affecting chronic patients in the tri-city area. 2. Education & Institutional Governance "Panjab University Senate Election: The battle for institutional autonomy" (Dec 18, 2025): In-depth coverage of the high-stakes internal elections and the friction between traditional governance and central reforms. "Research funding dip: How PU’s science departments are navigating the 2025 budget cuts" (Nov 5, 2025): An analysis of the fiscal challenges facing researchers and the impact on India's global academic ranking. 3. Art, Culture & Heritage "Le Corbusier’s legacy in peril: The struggle to preserve Chandigarh’s Capitol Complex" (Dec 22, 2025): A feature on the conservation efforts and the tension between urban modernization and UNESCO heritage status. "Chandigarh Art District: How street murals are reclaiming the city’s grey walls" (Oct 30, 2025): A cultural profile of the local artists transforming the aesthetic of the "City Beautiful." Signature Style Parul is known for her empathetic lens, often centering her stories on the individuals affected by policy—whether it is a student navigating university red tape or a patient seeking care. She possesses a unique ability to translate dense administrative notifications into actionable information for the public. Her long-standing beat experience makes her a trusted source for "inside-track" developments within Chandigarh’s most guarded institutions. X (Twitter): @parul_express ... Read More

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Mind over material

There's a flurry of activity,one thats hard to comprehend,for all that you see is a skeletal structure of bamboo,one that promises to be grand and evocative.

There's a flurry of activity,one thats hard to comprehend,for all that you see is a skeletal structure of bamboo,one that promises to be grand and evocative.