Pune – An Ever-Evolving Jewel

Arpita Khamitkar

The essay traces the transformation of Pune from a quaint town to the vibrant city it is today. Mostly it is about the city’s aspects, which make it different and unique. The narrative reminisces about the city’s cultural richness and festive glory. It also points out a bit about the challenges posed by urbanization. But despite everything, Pune successfully retains its cultural essence, making it a city that preserves its glorious heritage while transforming.
This essay by Arpita Khamitkar is amongst the shortlisted essays.

50 Years of VK Group: Building an Architectural Ecosystem Grounded in Innovation and Collaboration

Athulya Aby

Athulya Aby reflects on the journey of VK Group as they celebrate 50 years of building an architectural ecosystem.

Maharshi Karve Samadhi & Memorial, by Narendra Dengle & Associates

Narendra Dengle

Maharshi Karve Samadhi & Memorial, by Narendra Dengle & Associates consists of the samadhi and the memorial for Maharshi Karve on whom the President of India conferred the nation’s highest honour of ‘Bharat Ratna’ for his pioneering work in women’s education and emancipation in 1958.

An Office Unfolds in Pune, by Meraki Architecture

Meraki architecture

Converting a 2 BHK apartment in Pune, Meraki Architecture designed a minimal-inspired office space.

Craft Narrative, Pune

Craft Narrative

Future Trajectories 2.0: Craft Narrative

Morning House, Pune, by Karan Darda Architects

Karan Darda

The Morning House by Karan Darda Architects is a three-bedroom house designed as a contemporary Indian space.

Red + White Workplace, Pune, by Karan Darda Architects

Karan Darda

Karan Darda Architects designed the office space, Red + White Workplace, in Pune as a minimalistic yet dynamic building.

Tejorling: Radiance Temple, Pune, by Karan Darda Architects

Karan Darda

Tejorling: Radiance Temple by Karan Darda Architects is a Shiva temple built for daily worshipping by the locals.

The Brown Envelope, Pune, by Alok Kothari Architects

Alok Kothari

The intent of The Brown Envelope, Pune, designed by Alok Kothari Architects, was to use landscape as a tool to overcome the limitations of existing structure and establish a strong connect with nature.

Deep Mahal, Kamshet, by Studio ANHAD

Studio Anhad

Located in Kamshet, Deep Mahal by Studio ANHAD is a house following a typical traditional spatial planning system- a modern abode with updated amenities while staying firmly rooted in the traditional ethos.

Studio ANHAD, Pune, by Studio ANHAD

Studio Anhad

Studio ANHAD’s studio, designed by the practice in Pune, is an intense space, working as a crucible for creative minds, while soothing one’s soul.

YouthVille at Ambegaon, Pune – An Exercise In Design And Financial Management

VK:a Architecture

YouthVille, designed by VK:a architecture has been recognized as one of the best brands in hostel accommodations for today’s generation. They have been specially designed to make living alone not just easy and comfortable, but also exciting, vibrant and enjoyable.

सुभाष चे घर: – Built by Community – Subhash’s House at Bhimashankar, Maharashtra, by M+P Architects Collaborative

M+P Architects Collaborative

M+P Architects Collaborative helps the community in Bhimashankar with building a house.

An Inside Look of a Neo-Classical Infinity Design, at Pune, Maharashtra, by Infinity Architects and Interior Designers

Infinity Architects and Interior Designers

An Inside Look of a Neo-Classical Infinity Design, at Pune, Maharashtra, by Infinity Architects and Interior Designers

The Curvilinear Spine, at Fergusson College Rd, Shivajinagar, Pune, by KAAS Design Studio

KAASDesignStudio

A simple curvilinear S shape starts at the entrance of the office, which artistically leads a user from the indoor to the outdoors. The conference room floats like a lantern in the centre of the office, illuminating the surrounding space. Understanding the client’s requirements, the spaces were designed to not only fit the physical attributes of design but to integrate natural elements to elevate the human experience. All of the interior spaces have been boosted with natural light which bathes into the curvilinear spine of the design. – KAAS Design Studio

Pune

Pune – An Ever-Evolving Jewel

50 Years of VK Group: Building an Architectural Ecosystem Grounded in Innovation and Collaboration

Maharshi Karve Samadhi & Memorial, by Narendra Dengle & Associates

An Office Unfolds in Pune, by Meraki Architecture

Craft Narrative, Pune

Morning House, Pune, by Karan Darda Architects

Red + White Workplace, Pune, by Karan Darda Architects

Tejorling: Radiance Temple, Pune, by Karan Darda Architects

The Brown Envelope, Pune, by Alok Kothari Architects

Deep Mahal, Kamshet, by Studio ANHAD

Studio ANHAD, Pune, by Studio ANHAD

YouthVille at Ambegaon, Pune – An Exercise In Design And Financial Management

सुभाष चे घर: – Built by Community – Subhash’s House at Bhimashankar, Maharashtra, by M+P Architects Collaborative

An Inside Look of a Neo-Classical Infinity Design, at Pune, Maharashtra, by Infinity Architects and Interior Designers

The Curvilinear Spine, at Fergusson College Rd, Shivajinagar, Pune, by KAAS Design Studio

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