The resilience of the discipline of architecture lies in the ever-evolving form that it takes with respect to sustainability and urbanization, while keeping its roots strong in its cultural sensitivity. While architecture itself grows with its context, the panorama of architecture in India is an added responsibility for the involved stakeholders owing to India’s rich cultural heritage.
The evolution of architecture with respect to the modern-day scenario is multifaceted, demonstrating change in more than a single area, while also evolving holistically. It is evolving by embracing sustainability, technology, inclusivity, and resilience and creating architecture that is not only functionally and aesthetically appealing but is also environmentally sustainable and socially responsible. Architectural practices today are more sensitive to climate change; architects are introducing a thoughtful reflection of sensitivity into the built, integrating technology with the help of tools like BIM and VR, strengthening communication and seamless exchange of ideas with clients.
In India, the rapid increase in urbanization, is catered by introducing smart cities, mixed use developments, and efficient transport systems with inclusive design considerations.
Architectural innovation - a fusion of art and technology – is continually pushing the boundaries of imagination, creating ever-inspiring solutions to cater to human and social needs through the built environment.
The nature of architecture is such that it responds to existing problems, using technology and enhances physical attributes and contextual needs using physical and visual articulation. BIM, a widely used tool, has aided architects to design, visualize and simulate buildings physical and functional characteristics, also reduce material waste, integrate resource and time efficiency, and minimize error.
Another leading issue that is being addressed, is building resilience for climate change, using newer green building materials with low carbon footprints and improved energy efficiency, designing parametric structures, and responsive facades that respond to the sun’s movement. Designers are showcasing and delivering optimized built solutions through a careful investigation of daylight, thermal comfort, acoustics, and air quality without compromising on thoughtful design.
The once unthinkable is now a tangible reality; it stands true even for the future of the built. Being visionaries, harbingers, and harnessers of change, architects and designers will be more susceptible to resilience, using technology as a weapon to fight climate change and, at the same time, bring forth holistic solutions to meet the needs of society, while bringing ease of access and communication, and addressing intangible humanitarian needs through the tangible of the built.
Architect Hitesh Modi & Architect Amit Srivastava: Modi Srivastava & Associates
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