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Tanya Karim and NR Khan Associates

Tanya Karim And NR Khan Associates: The partnership of Tanya Karim and Nurur Rahman Khan began in 1991 with the intention of spearheading new contemporary architectural thinking in Bangladesh. Winners of numerous awards both in their academic and professional careers, the partnership continues to attempt to shape the architectural development of Dhaka in the city with their bold and probing ideas, and with their abiding interest in "situated contemporariness." The inquiring nature of their work has made their office popular among young professionals wanting to play a greater role in the larger architectural exploration of the city and its future. Both partners are teaching at an architectural school. Their work has been well-published at home and abroad, including in the prestigious publication Architecture Plus. The office is also the recipient of the respected Institute of Architects Bangladesh award. Both Tanya Karim and N.R. Khan graduated from the ...

Biography: Architect Bashirul Haq

'''Bashirul Haq''' (born 24 June 1942, Bhatshala, Brahmanbaria , Bangladesh) is a Bangladeshi architect , planner and educator. He is undoubtedly one of the most critically acclaimed contemporary architect of South Asia, known for his ideological environment- responsive architectural style. Bashirul Haq was born to a respectable family in Brahmanbaria. His father was the Deputy Collector of Sylhet district. For the reason, Haq spent a large span of childhood there. He completed his Bachelor of Architecture from National College of Arts , Lahore, Pakistan in 1964. He received ''′John Heimrich Tuition, Scholarship′'' and Teaching Assistantship at University of New Mexico , US in 1971 and completed his Master of Architecture from the university in 1975. Fazlur Rahman Khan, partner of SOM requested Haq to join there. But he returned to Bangladesh and established Bashirul Haq and Associates in 1977 and started practising architecture. In 1989, he vi...

Nazimgarh Resort at Sylhet

Nazimgarh Resorts, with its luxurious settings, is emerging as the premier hotel and resort destination of Bangladesh. Its different properties in the northeast district of Sylhet offer places to stay in garden, forest and adventure locations. Built in Eco friendly environment, Nazimgarh Resorts offers more than a retreat, it offers a sanctuary amidst nature. Nazimgarh 'Garden Resort' is everything a resort should be. Set on six acres of landscaped hillside, it is a self- contained island of tranquility amidst lush green foliage. The Terrace accommodation building has twenty nine luxurious world class double rooms and six suites. All rooms having jacuzzis, balconies and sundecks, it is designed for individual and collective privacy. The hilltop Spa complex comes with a large swimming pool, children's pool, outdoor jacuzzi, steam room, sauna and massage facilities. Its different cafes and restaurants, overlooking diverse scenery, offer a wide selection of cuisine prepare...

Guthia Mosque (Baitul Aman Mosque)

Guthia mosque is a famous mosque in Barisal. It is also on of the most beautiful mosque in Bangladesh. It's designs are taken from Europe, Asia, and Middle East's most famous mosque. In this masjid, there is lots of expensive marble stone on the wall. Which is bring from Egypt (Misr). Beside the mosque, there is a madrasa , joined by walkway. The masjid area is park-like with flower garden, shrubs, fruit tree, park-like etc. In the mosque area there are also several ponds and canals. The mosque complex stands on 14 acres. The mosque itself consists of 20 domes. The three lakes surrounding the mosque are situated so that they reflect the whole mosque from different angles. Gardens are placed around the lakes and the mosque. A number of calligraphies of Ayatul Kursi are found around the mosque and the inner part of dome of the mosque also has the Ayatul Kursi carved on it. The inner wall of the mosque has the Surat ar- Rahman written on it. The inner part of the mosque has a...

Jahaj Bari (Chistia Palace) at Dhanmondi Lake

This red house with a tall tower like minaret besides the Dhanmondi lake is locally known as “Jahaj Bari ”(boat house). But the owner of this house has named this house “Chistiya/Chistia Palace”. He adopted the name of the silsila or spiritual order of the Chistia founded by Khwaja Mainuddin Chisti(R.A.). This magnificent palace is owned by Mr. A.K.M. Anwarul Huq Chowdhury popularly known as Sher-e-Khwaja - a religious leader cum business tycoon, a charismatic person with high connection abroad and widely traveled. This is one of the nice house and popular spot of the locality. While passing by Shatmasjid road it is hard not to notice the red-brick castle near old road 13, now road 5, overlooking Dhanmondi Lake. The huge majestic structure with its domes and pyramid-like protrusions reminds one of Disneyland’s Magic Kingdom or a palace right out of the Arabian Nights. Dhaka City Corporation Authority broke down the side construction on the bank of the lake of this house. DCC made a ...

Hotel Radisson Blu Bay at Chittagong

The 22-storied Radisson Blu Chittagong Bay View hotel,which was constructed on an area of around 4.18 acres of land,is the second Radisson hotel. At the entrance there was a fountain and further inside was a relaxation area with a sampan where hotel guests as well as walk-in guests could relax to the sound of falling water. Sunlight filtered through the atrium roof into the wide lobby. The hotel's 241 guest rooms, include 222 superior Rooms, 13 junior suites and four Executive Suites, are equipped with state of the art technology and furnished in contemporary style. From Superior rooms to executive suites, all the rooms have comfortable memory foam beds and plush down bedding. Other deluxe amenities include a 40-inch LCD television with cable channels, an iPod docking entertainment system, free high- speed, wireless Internet and premium bathroom amenities. Two handicap-accessible Superior Rooms are available on request. The hotel has 66 Business Class rooms located on levels 16 ...

Golden Temple at Bandarban

The Golden Temple is the best attractive temple of Bangladesh which is situated on the apex of hill.It is a worship place of Buddhist community.Many people of Buddhist community from home and abroad come here to pray and watch the temple.The another name of this temple is “Mohashukh Parthona Purok Buddha Dhatu Jadi“.One of the best Buddha Statues of the world,which made by the period of “Gautama Buddha” is in here.It is also one of the best temple in South-East Asia. On the apex of hill , there is a small pond. It is called the pond of God.You can enjoy the beautiful scenery of Balaghata bandarban and its around from Golden temple.This temple is the modern architecture of religion.

Bangladeshi Interior Design

Here Are Some Exclusive Interior Design By Dream Touch BD ( a bangladeshi architectural company) , At Present Interior Design Are Spreading Widely In Country And There Are More Designing Minds Coming... Hope You Will Like. :)