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Da Vinci De Dome: Encoding the Qutub Shahi Structure

The Vision of the local community in Shaikpet, Hyderabad, has demonstrated an extraordinary commitment to their shared heritage. Driven by immense enthusiasm and a vision for a brighter future, local residents united to save a deteriorating 400-year-old stone marvel. Despite having limited technical "know-how," their goal was clear: to protect a piece of history that defines their neighbourhood.

The Partnership for Revival Recognizing their limited means, the community approached Deccan Terrain Heritage for support, marking the beginning of a remarkable journey.

The Deccan Terrain Heritage Team began by "encoding" the heavily damaged structure, developing a comprehensive revival plan with a singular mission, to see this monument breathe again.

The restoration followed a rigorous structural and architectural study. Every element was meticulously recorded to ensure that the original integrity was maintained to the greatest extent possible.

This Qutb Shahi structure reflects a sophisticated construction style influenced by Persian, Bahmani, and Deccani construction techniques.

Built with heavy load-bearing walls and granite masonry bonded with lime mortar, the site features a series of arches resting on a drum, supporting three central domes. A set of five squinches at each corner of the dome-squares provides essential stability while enhancing the aesthetics and acoustics for its users.

A Legacy Restored Through this partnership, the "architectural code" of the Shaikpet monument was finally cracked. These structures have withstood the sands of time, surviving centuries of weathering and seismic activity.

Today, what was once a series of crumbling arches stands proud as a testament to collective willpower. By combining the community’s unwavering spirit with technical expertise, this heritage structure has been restored to its former glory—standing not just as a relic of the past, but as a living bridge to the future.

Mir Khan and entire Deccan Terrain Heritage team would like to congratulate the shaikpet local community for achieving this marvellous feat.

It truly is an amazing learning experience, by @deccanterrain

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Happy Holi by @deccanterrain

Amidst the trend of replacing historic landmarks with modern buildings, the City police opted to preserve the Purani Haveli, home to the 103-year-old Kotwal’s office, restoring its original splendor. This iconic structure is deeply intertwined with Hyderabad's history. Behold the stunning conference room designed for the Commissioner's office at Purani Haveli.

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#HistoricPreservation #HeritageRestoration #PuraniHaveliRevival #CommissionersOffice #HyderabadHistory #ArchitecturalHeritage #RestorationProject #CulturalHeritage #design #interiordesign #architecture #interiordecor by @deccanterrain

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News article about Gulzar Houz in The Hindu Newspaper today.. by @deccanterrain

It's a privilege to restore one of the finest, well maintained heritage property by @deccanterrain

Cleaning and pointing stone domes and minars by @deccanterrain