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Deco Dictionary: What Is 'Banding'? | Deco Decoded | Art Deco Mumbai
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Deco Dictionary: What Is ‘Banding’? | Deco Decoded | Art Deco Mumbai
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‘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 …
Deco Dictionary: What Is 'Streamlining'? | Deco Decoded | Art Deco Mumbai
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Deco Dictionary: What Is ‘Streamlining’? | Deco Decoded | Art Deco Mumbai
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‘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 …
Deco Dictionary: What Is 'Eyebrow'? | Deco Decoded | Art Deco Mumbai
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Deco Dictionary: What Is ‘Eyebrow’? | Deco Decoded | Art Deco Mumbai
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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. …
Deco Dictionary: What Is 'Nautical Imagery'? | Deco Decoded | Art Deco Mumbai
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Deco Dictionary: What Is ‘Nautical Imagery’? | Deco Decoded | Art Deco Mumbai
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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. …
Deco Dictionary: What Is 'Colorcrete'? | Deco Decoded | Art Deco Mumbai
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Deco Dictionary: What Is ‘Colorcrete’? | Deco Decoded | Art Deco Mumbai
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Colorcrete (n.): Colorcrete is a concrete mixture created using rapid hardening cement, white or grey in colour. To this base is added natural oxides that imbue colour to the mixture, giving any coloured surface a vibrant but durable finish. Now, you know the dictionary definition of …
Deco Dictionary: What Is 'Ziggurat'? | Deco Decoded | Art Deco Mumbai
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Deco Dictionary: What Is ‘Ziggurat’? | Deco Decoded | Art Deco Mumbai
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Ziggurat (n.): Pyramidal tower in ancient Mesopotamia, surmounted by a temple and with tiered surfaces or a continuous ramp leading to the top. Now, you know the dictionary definition of ‘Ziggurat’, but take a look at how this versatile decorative element features in Mumbai’s Art Deco …
Deco Dictionary: What is 'Chevron'? | Deco Decoded | Art Deco Mumbai
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Deco Dictionary: What is ‘Chevron’? | Deco Decoded | Art Deco Mumbai
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Chevron (n.): Pattern generated from the repetition of inverted V shapes, frequently used as an architectural ornament in Art Deco buildings. Often seen on the building facade, metal grille designs and bands. Now, you know the dictionary definition of ‘Chevron’, but take a look at how this …
Deco Decoded | How Did Art Deco Come to Mumbai? | Art Deco Mumbai | Deco Log (लोग)
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Deco Decoded | How Did Art Deco Come to Mumbai? | Art Deco Mumbai | Deco Log (लोग)
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Mumbai’s collection of Art Deco buildings is amongst the largest in the world. But how did Art Deco come to the city? It was not too long ago that the style appeared on Mumbai’s shores, inspired from its development in the West, but also adding several local and cultural flourishes. Starting …
Deco Dictionary: What Is 'Frozen Fountain'? | Deco Decoded | Art Deco Mumbai
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Deco Dictionary: What Is ‘Frozen Fountain’? | Deco Decoded | Art Deco Mumbai
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Frozen Fountain (n.): A historical symbol of eternal life depicted using an imagery of a symmetrical water fountain. Now, you know the dictionary definition of ‘Frozen Fountain’, but take a look at how this versatile decorative element features in Mumbai’s Art Deco architecture. Welcome to Deco …
Deco Dictionary: What Is 'Sunburst'? | Deco Decoded | Art Deco Mumbai
Deco Dictionary: What Is ‘Sunburst’? | Deco Decoded | Art Deco Mumbai
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Sunburst (n.): A pattern of lines representing the rays of the sun radiating from a centre, also referred to as sun rays. Now, you know the dictionary definition of ‘Sunburst’, but take a look at how this versatile decorative element features in Mumbai’s Art Deco architecture. Welcome to Deco …
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