Discover Vitruvius’ three timeless principles of architecture—Firmitas, Utilitas and Venustas. Explore how strength, functionality and beauty continue to influence architectural design, from ancient Roman thinking to modern Indian buildings.
John Ruskin’s The Seven Lamps of Architecture (1849) introduced seven guiding ideals: Sacrifice, Truth, Power, Beauty, Life, Memory and Obedience. This guide explains each lamp, shows how it applies to modern architectural practice, and explains why design values and project coordination matter for today’s architects.
