Ar. Lalichan Zacharias - Lalichan Zacharias atelier

Ar. Lalichan Zacharias - Lalichan Zacharias atelier
The world is in a state of continuous transition, where changes transform living conditions and living conditions transform ways of life, causing further change.
The transition imposed by the Covid pandemic brought a great deal of uncertainty due to the economic breakdown, and many projects were kept in abeyance during the lockdown period. We may have to prioritise the sectors in the construction industry in the post-Covid scenario. We may need to develop self-sustenance in the priority areas and be less dependent on other countries for supply of construction materials. Since the transportation of materials between various places is going to be difficult and expensive, we need to use more locally available materials for our buildings. We may need to adapt new technologies and use faster methods of construction like pre-engineered buildings. Architects also need to adapt to digitisation and switch to models like BIM.

Minimalism should be a key word in the practice of architecture.
The way forward is to cut down operating costs wherever possible through use of technology and mechanisation and taking this opportunity to make a transition and achieve a zero carbon, resilient, and healthy built environment.

Advanced technology is bringing many new products and materials into the market, which give high performance with reduced cost and time. For example, concrete with inbuilt water proofing qualities introduced by a company. With this concrete, we can leave this surface without waterproofing and plastering, even in basement floors and walls. Such technologies will go a long way in making our buildings more sustainable. As architects, we need to adapt to these changes and be better informed on these advancements for a more efficient and sustainable practice.

Lalichan Zacharias atelier

We constructed the Lourde Forane Church using PT Beam Technology to achieve column free space of 30m span, and special grade concrete. For the periodically flood affected areas of Kuttanad, Alleppy, Kerala, we made elevated low cost homes where we used steel columns, decking slab, and aerated concrete wall panels.

Women in Architecture & Design - Equal Opportunities, Equal Representation

Achieving gender equality in the field of architecture and design in India remains a challenge: the industry is dominated by men, with only 30% women representation. This under-representation of women in both the workforce and leadership roles limits diversity Read More ...

Ar. Aparna Kaushik - Aparna Kaushik Design Group

The emergence of women in the profession is a positive development; they can shape cities and urban landscapes the same way as men. Architecture is a crucial aspect of our lives as it helps people connect with their surroundings and provides them with Read More ...

Rashi Bothra & Ruchi Gehani - Azure Interiors

Women pursuing a career in architecture and design should develop a diverse range of skills, including communication and networking, actively seek opportunities, keep abreast of market trends, designs, and technologies, and be competitive. Read More ...

Monica Chadha - Design Deconstruct

Women can break one glass ceiling after another, even if the glass is as hard and unrelenting like concrete. The field of architecture and design has seen a significant increase in the number of women enrolling in architecture programs in Indian Read More ...

Anushka Ahuja - GharGhar

Women in architecture and design still face pervasive sexism, including limited access to career-advancing opportunities and inadequate mentorship. While there has been progress in recent years, much work remains to create a more equitable and accessible Read More ...

Meenu Agarwal - MADS Creations

While architecture and interior design were traditionally considered more suitable for men due to the physical nature of the work, women have shown that they are just as capable of excelling in these fields. Over the past few decades, the ratio of women in the Read More ...

Saba Kapoor - Nivasa

Both the government and private companies have a significant role to play in ensuring the inclusion of women in the workforce, which is crucial for developing a more diverse and inclusive society. The architecture and design industry in India has seen an Read More ...

Sweta Arya - Ochre at Home

Although there may be fewer women in architecture and design, their impact and influence cannot be overlooked; companies should therefore adopt women-friendly policies that promote inclusivity and provide equal opportunities for growth. Read More ...

Ritu Gupta - Pramod Group

The challenge is not about being a woman in the architecture and design industry; it is about continuous self-development and upskilling to be competitive and successful. Over the past several years, there has been a significant surge in the number Read More ...

Meera Pyarelal - Temple Town

For a woman to make a mark in a male-dominated field like architecture, she must have genuine passion for the profession, persistence, and resilience to take on challenges. Architecture is a field that has traditionally been dominated by men, but there Read More ...

Dhara Shroff - Tessera India

Despite their capabilities, women are often pigeonholed into the design industry or pushed toward smaller architectural firms. A survey conducted by Dezeen revealed that only three out of the world’s top 100 architecture firms are led by women, and a Read More ...

Changing Face of Indian Architecture

Indian architecture, predominantly shaped by historical and cultural factors, has recently been the focus of discussions on how to modernize it. India’s architecture must preserve its climate, culture, and traditions and balance them with the growing Read More ...

Promoting Collaborative Work, Productivity, & Well-Being

As businesses adapt to a new work culture that demands more inclusivity, workspace designers are designing and organizing office layouts to foster employee connectivity, well-being, and safety, and are creating an environment that is conducive Read More ...

42MM Architecture - Ar. Rudraksh Charan & Ar. Priyanka Khanna

Basically, every office space has 3 main components: the first is congregational space where people gather, meet, and hang out. This space defines the ethos of a workspace. The second one is the workstation where people work and spend most of their time. Read More ...

Envisage - Ar. Meena Murthy Kakkar & Ar. Vishal Kakkar

The three factors that extensively determine the overall design of office spaces are brand identity, office culture, and typology. The room’s colour scheme can be based on the firm’s brand identity, whereas the planning depends on how a company Read More ...

Studio Lotus - Subrata Ray, Senior Team Lead

Office buildings are being designed to incorporate sustainable features to reduce their environmental footprint. From the method of construction and materials used to the design of the building envelope, there is an increased focus on designing Read More ...