Understanding the importance of Inclusive Design Legislation

This lecture will cover key legislation and its impact on creating accessible built environments for all citizens in India. 

Accessibility legislation is crucial for empowering individuals with disabilities and ensuring their participation in society and education.

Engage in meaningful discussions about the future of accessibility and inclusive design in India's diverse landscape.

The session will be delivered by Ms. Priadarshni Puranam, Counsellor, CII–IGBC (Indian Green Building Council), Hyderabad.

Ms. Priadarshni Puranam leads green education initiatives at CII–IGBC, focusing on advancing environmental sustainability and bridging the gap between academia and industry. A Mechanical Engineer with over 17 years of experience in industry and academia, she is deeply committed to empowering future technocrats in addressing sustainability and climate change challenges. She is also a published writer, with her recent poetry collection titled The Swing of the Living Soul.

This lecture aims to promote sustainable practices and enhance the understanding of eco-friendly building concepts among young minds.The lecture is specially organized for B.Arch. VII  Semester students as part of their Energy Efficient Architecture course.

Faculty Coordinator: 

Ar. Nitika Negi

Ar. Aditi Dwivedi

Ar. Sushant Bharti, a Conservation Architect and Researcher based in New Delhi, will deliver a presentation on the importance of archival research in architecture. With extensive work in documenting India’s cultural heritage, particularly in the Braj region, he emphasizes the role of archives in decoding historical layers of architecture and shaping meaningful conservation practices. His experience with the National Museum Institute in documenting heritage in Uttar Pradesh and Ladakh, along with museum projects at Kashi Vishwanath and Kedarnath, underlines his expertise. As a published author and Fellow of prestigious international societies like Royal Asiatic Society of Great Britain and Ireland and Associate Fellow of Royal Historical Society , he brings rich insights into linking research, history, and design. 

Ar. Monish Kumar Siripurapu is the founder and principal architect of Ant Studio, New Delhi, which he started in 2010.Right after completing his graduation from SPA Delhi in 2009 he did PG Diploma in Robotic Fabrication from the Institute for Advanced Architecture of Catalonia (IAAC), Spain. The core intent of his work is to bridge between the spheres of Art, Nature and Technology, thus the name ‘ANT STUDIO’. His endeavour is to produce simplistic, almost intuitive design solutions, and use technology, whether it is computational design, robotics or mechanics, as a tool towards realising the design. Ant studio works with a clear vision where sustainability is not seen as an option but a core principle and an opportunity to create designs that go beyond functional and aesthetic concerns, generating an intimate rendezvous between the Design and Nature.

His special lecture will be focused on

1. Design strategies to ensure energy efficiency of the buildings.

2. Achieving Thermal comfort by nature based Cooling systems.

3. Passive cooling Systems and designs.

The lecture is specially designed for B.Arch. 7th Semester students as part of their Energy Efficient Architecture course.

A special talk by Ar. Bindu Gowda, Conservation Architect and Project Manager at the Lime Centre and Cultural Resource Conservation Initiative, New Delhi. With extensive expertise in heritage conservation, adaptive reuse, DPR preparation, policy review, and on-site execution, she has contributed to several significant projects across India. Her work includes conservation planning and adaptive reuse of Kavi Santokh Singh Haveli,Haryana, DPRs for Rajon Ki Baoli and Lal Kot Walls(ASI protected sites), conservation of Baba Bikrama Singh Bedi Haveli at Amritsar and Pratap Villa at Srinagar, as well as BIM modeling of the Kailasa Temple at Ellora. She has also worked on documentation at UNESCO sites such as Hampi and involved in intangible heritage studies at Kasargod INTACH Chapter. Drawing from her diverse experience, Ar. Bindu Gowda will be addressing the students of B.Arch 9th semester on the process of documentation of heritage buildings, identification of threats, and approaches to repairs. "

The Department of Architecture, School of Planning and Architecture, Bhopal, organised a special guest lecture on 19th August 2025 for the students of B.Arch.
The lecture, titled “The Story of Mall Design”, commenced at 2:00 PM in Lecture Hall 1. The session was facilitated by Ar. Nayana Ma’am, Ar. Rudramurthy Sir, and Ar. Anurag Sir and was open to all interested participants.
The guest speaker, Ar. Rahul Agarwal, an architect from Bhopal with more than 17 years of practical experience, was invited to share his knowledge and expertise on the subject of mall design and service-oriented buildings.

Session Highlights

1.  Understanding Mall Design-Malls as multifunctional spaces combining retail, leisure, and circulation.

-Role of malls as service-oriented buildings catering to diverse user needs.

2. Design Principles - Effective spatial planning for user movement and circulation.

-Importance of natural lighting, ventilation, and comfort in large enclosed spaces.

-Seamless integration of building services such as HVAC, fire safety, elevators, escalators, and parking facilities.

3. Challenges in Mall Design

-Compliance with safety codes and statutory regulations.

-Addressing the balance between aesthetics and functionality.

-Provision for future adaptability and expansion.

4. Case Experiences

- Ar. Agarwal shared examples from his professional projects, offering insights into real-world challenges related to budget, timelines, and client expectations.

-Emphasis on sustainable practices and emerging trends in commercial architecture.