The need for break-out spaces has taken precedence in the design of buildings.
The built environment has started emphasizing more on open spaces within the structure and in the adjoining spaces. With residents couped up within their homes through the past two lockdowns to stay safe from the pandemic, the need for break-out spaces has taken precedence.
The need for home-offices in the residential space has brought digitization in the workspace. There is a keen focus on providing spaces which can be converted into home offices with minimal access to the public areas of the home to avoid distractions, spill-over noises, and disruptions in daily household activities.
Several towers and townships have opted for common areas that can be reserved as co-working and independent workspaces so that residents can bring their work out of home to a safe space.
The scope to explore possibilities in off-site construction techniques holds a lot of potential.
The real estate construction took a pause during the pandemic lockdowns on accord of disruption in product demand and supply, and on-site labour management. Moving ahead, there is a lot of scope to explore further possibilities in off-site construction techniques.
Building in a controlled environment will boost the quality of production, enable speedy delivery timelines, and lower movement of work forces. It can also assist in more sustainable development by controlling waste management, and noise, air, and water pollution.
Use of bacteria-resistant materials, especially in public spaces, is being incorporated into the design.
The pandemic reinforced the need for products that curtail the spread of bacteria and reduce surface transmissions. Several natural and composite materials that are non-porous in nature are more likely to decrease the virus’s ability to survive on the surface. Microbial coating of constantly accessible surfaces such as door handles and knobs, faucets, and counter tops provide an additional layer of protection against communicable viruses.
Contextual architecture with local sourcing is the need of the hour.
At ARK, we believe that newer developments can focus on integrated vertical spaces that offer multi-functionality. This will ensure that occupants have uninterrupted access to working spaces without overlapping their professional lives with their personal lives.
Architecture and design have always adapted over generations to be a solution provider to the existing and future needs of society. Contextual architecture with local sourcing is definitely the need of the hour, to help generate local employment across verticals, meet timelines, and generate economy.
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