After the pandemic, the built environment has become inclusive of flexibility.
Different typologies of buildings require different levels of flexibility. The residential sector needs to cater to Work-From-Home requirements; in office design, infrastructure is needed for online meetings, social distancing, and open work culture. Similarly, institutional buildings have also witnessed significant changes such as a major adoption of technology that in turn demands modifications in the spatial approach.
In fact, biophilia and materiality tops the design and spatial requirements by clients in all typologies. On the whole, the pandemic was an opportunity in crisis that made people take a re-look at their lifestyle, work culture, spatial needs, etc.
Sustainable design seeks to minimize negative impacts on the environment while promoting healthy living.
When it comes to enabling good living through architecture, the role of sustainable design that prioritizes energy-efficiency assumes immense significance. Sustainable design seeks to minimize negative impacts on the environment while promoting healthy living and comfort for building occupants, thereby improving building performance.
Sustainability aims to meet the needs of the present without compromising on the requirements of the future, by minimizing waste and reducing reliance on non-renewable resources.
For our built environment, the concept of energy efficiency puts into focus how we can assimilate architectural wisdom from our vernacular and leverage modern technology to develop environmentally compatible and economically viable buildings. Fundamentally, it calls for designing in tune with nature, site, and climate.
Whether it is a new building or a retrofit, digitalization is making the lives of architects, builders, and contractors easier and more efficient.
Digitalization has widened our understanding of space, allowing us to reinterpret old methods and learn new ones to plan and design better. It has also provided fresh impetus to architects to analyze a building’s environmental impact, carbon footprint, energy consumption, and an overall efficiency, looking at sustainability through critical lens. Digital tools also provide the opportunity to re-evaluate design for economic viability by running parallel cost analyses.
With the exponential growth of technology in recent times, computer-aided design (CAD) has revolutionized workflows in the design and construction industry. Similarly, Building Information Modelling (BIM) has emerged as a reliable software for collaborative work.
With the advent of parametricism, previously inconceivable designs are now fast becoming a reality, resulting in highly efficient solutions that minimize resource consumption while providing maximum occupant comfort.
The building industry accounts for a significant chunk of global carbon emissions. Digitalization offers a roadmap to script a new chapter focused on sustainable and responsible design practices.
Architect Mr. Reza Kabul: ARK Reza Kabul Architects
Architecture, as a subject, is always in an ever-evolving cusp of transformation. All factors affecting the built form, such as climate, global trends and technology are in a constant push to adaptation and change, thus influencing the
Ar. Himanshu Patel: 6thdesign studio
As an architect deeply rooted in the ethos of sustainable architecture, I believe that Indian architecture is indeed in a transformative phase, and this transformation is deeply intertwined with our commitment to environmental
Ar. Shruti Dimri, Ar. Madhav Raman, Ar. Vaibhav Dimri: Anagram Architects
In today’s context, the idea of modernity in architecture has shifted towards addressing the pressing needs of society. This includes a strong focus on technology, artificial intelligence (AI), energy efficiency, and the well-being of
Ar. Akshara Verma & Ar. Dinesh Verma: Ace Group Architects
India’s unique advantage lies in its ability to blend modern methodologies with traditional craftsmanship, thus fostering a distinct architectural identity. The convergence of these elements serves as a catalyst for innovation within
Ar. Akshay Selukar: Akshay Selukar
The future of architecture will be driven by innovation and a commitment to creating built environments that are environmentally sustainable, technologically advanced, and responsive to the needs of society
Architect Lalichan Zacharias: Lalichan Zacharias atelier
Yes, Indian architecture is in a transformation phase. Modernisation, Globalization and exposure to International Designs have influenced the Indian architecture to a great extent. Architecture is becoming more and more technology
Ar. (Dr). Harish Tripathi & Jyoti Tripathi: ARHATA
The architecture of any country is deeply rooted in the culture, psyche, economy, and politics, and India’s situation is no different. In addition to this, the advent of new technologies has a profound effect on the thought
Ar. Amey Dahanukar: ARA Designs
In modern India, architects have extensive travel experience, while earlier, travel exposure to different parts of the world used to be somewhat difficult. However, everything is now accessible due to many travel options, and each
Ar. Archana Van Gils: AVG Architects
Being a part of this endlessly mutable field for almost more than a decade, I can attest to the remarkable evolution of the profession in response to global trends and technological advancements, while also adapting to the needs of
Architect Mr. Arpan Johari: AW Design
India has a rich history of building design trends that have cross influenced across borders and have slowly transformed over the centuries. In fact, the transformative phase in Indian Architecture has always been ongoing. Sometimes it