This article delves into how Shilpa Architects and Ela Green Consultants in Chennai are pioneering sustainable architecture. By implementing integrated design approaches, using LEED ratings, and adopting an Indo-centric sustainability model, their work showcases a blueprint for eco-friendly building practices.
Surat Diamond Bourse, Surat, by Morphogenesis, the largest office building in the world, has become a symbol of community impact, redefining ideas around building performance, energy efficiency, and the potential for decentralised development.
The Greenfield Factory of Karupannya Rangpur Ltd., Bangladesh, by Nakshabid Architects, is a sustainable and energy-efficient space with lush greenery and water bodies creating a soothing environment for workers.
Praveen Bavadekar, Partner at Thirdspace Architecture Studio reviews, Reinier De Graaf’s book, architect, verb.
The 3,18,000-sq.ft. residential complex comprises nine five-story buildings oriented around a central landscaped courtyard, a clubhouse and play areas of children. A hierarchy of stepped landscaped courtyards marks a sense of entry with a free-flowing cascade of water along one side of the green. These serve as the communal heart of the complex and have been designed to host multiple configurations of gatherings and activities in order to successfully respond to changing social demands within a close-knit community. – IMK Architects
As an architect who has worked on educational buildings, I cringed at these completely closed boxes, but the openness of the education taught in them won and we enrolled our son in an IB school.-SJK Architects
Peeyush Sekhsaria an Architect by training, interested in the interface of design and bird conservation tells us how following simple principles while installing glass or other reflective surfaces in your homes, you can greatly reduce the chances of bird collisions. Read his article below.
Metropolis is a 1900 sqm green refuge designed to be the community space at the heart of a mid-rise-apartment complex, hosting 700 homes. Positioned amidst a high-density residential complex in a suburb in metropolitan Hyderabad, the clubhouse serves as a green escape and as a third space for the residents with a diverse age group.
Text: Himanshu Burte We expect relatively sustainable buildings to look ‘different’. Khadke house (4000 square feet,six bedrooms), designed by Girish Doshi for Pune’s composite climate
Vinod Gupta writes about how sugar and air-conditioner, once luxuries, have become necessities with far-reaching consequences that contribute to health crises and climate change while reducing our ability to adapt to natural temperature variations.
Announced on June 12, the 2024 winners for RIBA International Awards for Excellence are spread across 14 countries, showcasing exceptional responses to contemporary challenges.
The Gautam Buddha University in Greater Noida, Uttar Pradesh, is spread over 511 acres. Designed by CP Kukreja, the institute was established as an academic and research institution that nurtures a vibrant community of purpose-driven intellectuals aspiring to create a better world.
Architect Suhasini Ayer – Guigan , principal of Auroville Design Consultants, Auroville, shared insights on how the industries associated with Architecture practice were already facing a recessive market. The pandemic, hence, was not a fresh disaster to our practice, and perhaps possessed opportunities for youngsters to improve their interpersonal skills. Architect Suhasini also shares insights on how Indian manufacturing is deeply connected with global production cycles, thereby causing a chain of shutdowns to Indian work. Additionally, she also shares the significance of the shifting thought and behaviour patterns of the general Indian working population toward more efficient practices, from being disorganized and spontaneous.
The project is significant in the way it breaks away from the conventional way of life. It goes back to its roots, from the city to the village, thereby giving a growth impetus to the area, albeit in a small way. It acts as a creative landmark to the village, creating a sense of pride and inspiration urging them to stay back and work in their area rather than adding more burden to the city.
Design Concept: The brief of the project called for the creation of a Green Office Building for Spectral Services Consultants who have always played an
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