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Transformative Trends Shaping Offices: Colliers

Flex spaces and sustainability are amongst the key value creation opportunities in APAC and India. India’s flex space stock has doubled since 2019, crossing 50msf in Q2 2024, while India’s green certified stock surged 68% since 2019

Given that a growing number of firms are continuing with some form of hybrid work models, it is now more critical than ever to have adaptable, multipurpose spaces that can accommodate different work patterns.

Tripat Girdhar, Environment Expert & Founder, Arete Design Studio, presents the challenges and efforts in creating awareness on Land Restoration, Desertification, and Drought Resilience. The World Environment Day has

Envisioning The Built Environment of Tomorrow

The architecture profession in India is standing on the cusp of a transformative journey, driven by global trends, technological progress, and societal aspirations. Innovative construction techniques, including prefabrication and

Why Businesses Are Investing in Future Proofing Their Offices

A human-centric design, when combined with a commitment to using only eco-sustainable materials for construction, evolves into a comprehensive strategy for making offices truly future proof. Tim Larson, MD & Chief Creative Officer

Rohit Raj Puniani, Managing Director - North India & Hyderabad, Space Matrix, explores the stagnancy in technology integration within workplace design and foresees a significant leap forward through technological integration, shift towards

Applying AI Tools to Enhance Office Design

Since the advent of Artificial Intelligence in architecture, the possibilities for reimagining workplaces have widened massively as AI is introducing novel standards for efficiency, sustainability, and user-centric design. Sanjeev Bhandari

The growing adoption of sustainable features in office buildings indicate a steady shift in preference towards green real estate portfolios amongst developers, occupiers, and investors. A Colliers’ report titled “Sustainable Foundations

Revolutionizing Urban Landscapes: Design & Build Solutions for Vertical Cities

In the face of rapid urbanization and population growth, cities around the world are embracing a revolutionary approach to urban landscapes - the rise of vertical cities. This paradigm shift in urban planning and architecture is driven

Reverse Urbanization: A Sustainable Shift Towards Everyday Living with Nature

The future of living is based on the ideology of ‘Reverse Urbanization’ or going back to Nature – a sensitive and sensible shift that will undeniably drive lifestyle and architectural design trends. Aligning with the trend, architecture and

Architecture and design stand as powerful catalysts for change in a world where every facet of our lives is intricately linked. Beyond their aesthetic and functional attributes, they possess the remarkable ability to create significant social impact

Resilient Architecture: Designing for a Changing World

In a world of rapid urbanization, climate volatility, and shifting societal needs, the role of architecture has never been more critical. Architecture is a symphony of art and science, creativity, and pragmatism, and nowhere is this more evident

Blueprint for Sustainable Commercial Real Estate

As global concerns about environmental sustainability intensify, the construction industry stands at the forefront of a paradigm shift towards greener practices. In this pursuit, a blueprint for green construction must be implemented to lead the

Smart Cities, Smarter Future - AI Startups & Urban Innovations

Artificial intelligence-based start-ups are altering urban environments and ushering in a more efficient lifestyle; cities therefore can develop more sustainable, habitable, and connected urban settings by tapping the promise of AI startups. Cities today face an

A Conscious Approach Towards Renovation & Refurbishment

Refurbishment exercises are opportunities to breathe new life into existing buildings and spaces. While greenfield projects present exciting opportunities and new challenges, brownfield projects allow designers to delve deeper into issues of spatial