6. From the
EDITOR
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nterior design is a versatile profession that
includes conceptual development, space
planning, site inspection, programming,
research, project communication, project
management, and design execution.
Interior design is the art and science of improving
a building’s interior to achieve a healthier and
more beautiful environment for the people who
use the space. An interior designer is someone,
who plans, researches, coordinates, and manages
such remodeling projects.
Each building tells a story, a story set in its walls,
a story told by its creators. Such stories are built
from the careful work of architects and interior
designers.
These people work together to create a building
and these interior elements are functional,
beautiful, and attractive. They create spaces
around us that affect our psychology and well-
being.
Empty spaces built to perfection with a delicate
balance between planning and implementation
are the work of the architect. They create new,
7. colorful, interesting, creative spaces that shine
around us and do not bring boredom.
An architect is a person who designs, assesses,
and supervises the construction of buildings.
It creates a structure in the given space that
is useful and pleasing to the eye. All details on
the outside of the building are the work of the
architect.
After the construction of the building, the
interior designer is responsible for the access
and supply of free spaces in the building. As
the name suggests, these people design the
interior of the area and decorate the interior of
the place according to the purpose for which
they are used.
For example, when they get a project of a
house, they decide which sofas to put in the
room, what curtains fit the sofa, what color
scheme should be followed in the house, if it
is necessary to work on wood. where various
pieces of furniture are placed, where drawings
can improve the appearance of the house,
what accessories such as curtains, clocks,
vases, etc. are needed to balance the room.
In our edition of “Top 10 Architecture &
Interior Design Companies in 2022” on the
cover story, we have Ar. Prem Nath, Principal
Architect of Prem Nath & Associates. The firm
is serving for the last five decades, and has
won several awards for its contribution to the
architecture industry.
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12. How was the journey of Prem
Nath & Associates from the
beginning to date?
The journey of Prem Nath and Associates
has been extremely overwhelming. The
projects I’ve worked on and the people
I have met in this journey have been the
driving force in my life. It has been 55
years since I started my own practice post
my Architecture Degree by taking leading
initiatives and giving many firsts for the
country. Even after 55 years, the spark of
motivation has not died. I am as active as
I was 55 years ago, making newer projects
and contributing more to this country.
What inspired you to establish an
Architect & Interior design firm?
Architecture is one of the best professions
one can practice. It is perhaps the only
profession that enables one to be involved
in every aspect of human life. One has to
understand how a particular family lives
to design their home. One has to do in-
depth on how a specialist doctor works
to design a hospital; one has to study
mythology and religious scriptures to
design a religious structure. Thus, you see,
this is one profession, which ensures that
one thinks ahead of time; since an architect
designs what shall last for another 50-70
years or more.
My practice in arts and drawing, along with
great sketching skills, led me to achieve
academic success. I earned Top Honors in
Prem Nath
Associates
&
13. design; was bestowed with great opportunities which led
me to lay the foundation of my own firm.
Walking through this long journey, what
kind of challenges did you face?
The troubles and challenges I faced date back from the
time of Partition. At times of adversities had taken a
toll on the nation, a clumsy-looking boy (Prem Nath),
migrating to a different nation to find a way of living with
his mother and siblings was a time which had shown me
the lowest. My mother turned to a construction worker
and I being the elder son of the family helped her.
Like all other children at the construction site crèche,
followed her at the worksite. Extreme hardships during
those days were my struggles – however, I turned them
into my advantage - working at the construction site, I
understood the fundamentals of architecture, right from
planning to execution.
As I grew older, to support our family income, I started
selling newspapers, balloons, etc. I would say, never
underestimate the power of a poor man, no matter who
you are? A person with endurance, tolerance, and zeal
to work hard will definitely reach great heights. Against
all odds, I passed out of school with good grades and a
good hand in drawing. I found odd jobs as a blueprinting
boy and then as an apprentice, and was further guided
to join Architecture, for which I ended up in Mumbai,
Wherein, I joined Sir JJ College of Architecture as a part-
time course and supported my studies with a daytime
job, and this is where I am today!
On how many projects have you worked?
Which one of them is or was tough
to design?
I have worked on multiple projects of different typologies.
From high-end residential buildings to low-cost houses,
commercial buildings, hospitality projects, etc. I like to
challenge myself with something new always & we can
see it in the design & execution. One of my challenging
tasks was;
Royal Resort, Delhi, NCR was the most thrilling and
challenging project for me. The Resort shall be amongst
theluxuryandcharmingresortsthatsetsanidealmeeting
place for people across the globe. Set amidst a sprawling
50-acre verdant outfit, this shall be a landmark beyond
perception. An amalgamation of fun, luxury, and leisure,
14. it shall be a beautiful property.
Some highlights of the project are:
■ Luxury Hotel - 7 Star Standards
■ Large Party Lawns - Unique for Promotional &
Product launch Events
■ Amphi-theater with a seating capacity for more than
10,000 people
1st Gold graded & HUDCO Award Winner Township
forHMEL at Punjab. This project was conceptualized, to
be one of the, most Simplistic in design, yet interestingly
garnished with Green & Eco-Smart features and topped
with lush landscaped acres.
Raitech Technology Park, Anant Raj Group, Delhi
– a group established in 1969, owning to its credit
landmark projects created through 3 decades of trust
and experience. In perseverance to conceive their edifice
tech-park sought creative excellence of Prem Nath &
Associates, post an International Design Competition.
A fully integrated global technology IT Park project has,
1st ever ‘In-Implementation’ IT-SEZ Park developed
privately, with all Infrastructure facilities to IT &
Software Companies;
Ar. Prem Nath is working on the 1st themed
entertainment Hotel-Resort. This 7-star property
on 50 acres of land shall be a landmark beyond
perception. The Artificial Beach will be one of the great
facilities provided.
He has also designed for Morgan Stanley of USA at
Mindspace, Mumbai
India’s 1st Award-winning Day School with No
Homework – Vasant Valley School, New Delhi;
Ar. Prem Nath has set a great example for society,
especially the students who are inspired by him.
How would you describe the awards
and accolades that you won?
I have been awarded multiple awards for my
commendable work in Architecture. They act as
the conduct of appreciation. Some of them include:
■ “IIA Baburao Mhatre Gold Medal 2019” at
NATCON 2020 By Indian Institute of Architects
■ “Lifetime Achievement Award 2020” by
Reality+ INEX Awards, Mumbai
■ Awarded with “Archid-Lifetime Achievement
Award 2019” by Archid, Mumbai.
■ Bestowed with “DNA Sir J.J. Architecture
Award’18” by Sir J.J. College of Architecture.
■ Recipient of “Lifetime Achievement Award:
Architecture” by GROHE Huran Report 2017
■ Awarded ‘’Lifetime Achievement Award 2017’’
by WB honours.
■
Icon of the Year 2017 for Outstanding
contribution to Architecture by Brands
Academy
■ Awarded “Lifetime Achievement Award” by
Icon of Spaces 2017, Singapore
■ Bestowed with “LIFE TIME ACHIEVEMENT”
Award by Society Interiors, Mumbai 2017
■ Awarded the “Most Trusted Brand of Asia -
Most Admired Architect of India” at the Indo-
UAE Global Investment Summit, Dubai 2016
■
HUDCO Design Award 2015 for Green
Architecture - HMEL Township
■ Ar. Prem Nath felicitated with “Top Architects
through Decade” CWAB Award
■ Recipient of “Design Legend” Award by Society
Interiors, Mumbai 2015
■ Recipient of “Most Promising Brand” in
Architecture&RealEstate2014-15atWorldBrand
Summit, Dubai.
■ Recipient of “Life Time Achievement Award
in Hospitality Architecture” by ide, 2014
■ Recipient of “Life Time Achievement Award”
by ERA Fame Media Group, September 2013
■ Recipient of “Life Time Achievement Award
for Excellence in Architecture” by NDTV
Profit - Brands Academy, Dec.
15. What would you like to say about
your team?
The team we have is highly efficient and driven by work.
Each person holds a different quality which adds up to
the progress of the firm.
What leadership skills do you think
propelled you towards success?
Having seen the world and experienced global
architecture. It enabled me to be ahead of my time. I
also believe every day is a new risk, it’s a new challenge.
Having good relation with the client improves the
business, as working on the designs/planning keeping in
mind the needs of the client gets easier. With the world
evolvingvirtuallyondailybasishavetothinkbeyondthe
future, having to predict what shall be good for a project
and shall not outlive itself for another 30-40 years – is
a risk one takes daily. I believe that an Architect is next
to God – he has to foresee the future and get the same
implemented as an Iconic Architectural marvel.
Tell us about your life journey and
academic experience.
The experience of going to construction sites probably
laid the foundation for my career.
The government had come up with make-shift
classrooms to educate the children in India; I took no
time grabbing that opportunity and made the best out
of it. Slowly and steadily, I was noticed by the teachers
and became one of the brightest students. The educators
encouraged me to pursue further studies. At this point,
I realized I was following what my mother used to
tell me, “Padhega likhega banega babu”. Education in
the country was free but the resources were not. My
adversities became the driving factor; I was motivated
to overcome all the hardships to see a better future.
My perseverance and intelligence led me to pursue
higher studies. After completing primary education,
I was on a path of college and university, yet another
turning point of my life awaited. To support my ailing
mother, I had to take up odd jobs.
Being a person from a vernacular background yet so
brilliant, he took up the job as a Blue Printing boy, a
job which demanded extreme hours of dedication to
stand in the scorching heat, as he was not offered any
other jobs due to the lack of his linguistic knowledge. He
found blueprinting to be a perfect fit. This job developed
my interest in drawings by observing the draftsmen.
To pursue my newfound interest in Architecture, I
had two options; either take up night school and work
during the day or take up day school and work during
the night. I failed to get enrolled with the School of
Planning and Architecture (SPA) in Delhi. Determined
tostudyArchitecture,theonlyotheroptionleftwastogo
to Mumbai and apply at Sir J.J. College of Architecture.
I took the risk and successfully got admission at Sir
J.J. College of Architecture. A stranger to the city,
not knowing anyone, the brave lad from Delhi soon
became engrossed in Mumbai’s work/study life. To
stand out and get recognized, I had to fake it to make
it in the group; being a quiet student in class, I worked
hard to stay ahead in the class. Soon, teachers and
fellow classmates started noticing my brilliant work.
The drawings were showcased in the college hall during
events. Soon I became the rising star of the class and
everyone wanted to speak with me and befriend me.
Thus by overcoming my shortcomings and excelling in
every stage of life, I passed my final year of Architecture
School with Top Honors.
Besides being a reputed Architect, I am also a Chartered
Engineer, Certified Valuer, and Real Estate Appraiser.
I am involved in large corporate valuations and also
present on the panel of various companies as an Advisor
for Real-Estate Investments.
What will be your message to young,
aspired future architects?
Architecture is a Slow Profession, we cannot hurry. A
good experience is needed to be great in this profession.
A good, rich practical experience of at least 7-8 years
is necessary.
☐ Year of Founding: 1965
☐ Office Locations: Mumbai,
Ahmedabad & Karjat
☐ Company Strength: 20-25
☐ Website: www.premnath.com
16. Purple Interior House Pvt. Ltd.
Why choose us?
We value every customer and make 100% effort to
achieve their level of satisfaction. Thanks to our
perfection, our designs are beautiful and relaxing.
We are very customer friendly and we believe in
providing the best services to our clients. We adapt
each project based on the needs and expectations
of our customers. We ensure that each project is
delivered on time and within budget and at the same
time meets clients’ expectations. Our competitive
pricing policy ensures that we can build a package
that meets every budget without compromising
design or quality.
About
Purple Interior House was built by Mr. Partha
Banerjee in 2007. At PURPLE INTERIOR HOUSE
we offer international interior design services for
luxury, high-end residential, and commercial real
estate. Our designers are highly qualified Italian
architects and interior designers who combine
knowledge of logistics solutions and general design
concepts to ensure that colors, textures, and lighting
work perfectly. Purple House Interiors, an expert
in translating customer visions into reality, brings
imaginative decor that truly reflects the individuality
ofeachcustomer.Wearerightlyproudofourexpertise
in interior design, creativity, and exceptional
level of customer service. Customer satisfaction is
our main motto.
Purple Interior House is a Calcutta-based interior
design and remodeling, service provider. We
have expertise not only in home design but also
in hospitality and office design. A group of multi-
talented professionals who mean it seriously focused
and with a passion for interior design.
We have built our reputation on our efficient and
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Partha Banerjee
Director
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17. qualified professionals, customer satisfaction,
and innovative interior design innovations.
We deliver aesthetic beauty and solid quality at an
affordable price.
From CEO desk
Today, the need for change is greater than ever, and
there is no perfect field to continue to grow without
continuous improvement. The ongoing research and
development process, as well as the joint efforts of
our team, colleagues from Purple Interior House Pvt.
Ltd. is more than just an interior design company - it
is a culture and lifestyle where the emphasis is not
only on changing the space and mood but also on
changing lives in the process.
Our commitment to our clients has always been
the greatest force that has driven our unwavering
success over the years. Our commitment to customer
satisfaction is reflected in our quality products and
we strive to achieve the best quality by setting up a
quality management system.
Vision & Mission
Vision:
We focus on the research of INTERIOR DESIGN of
various scenarios: from residential to commercial
projects, from retail projects to showrooms. Our work is
the result of ongoing research into space and materials.
Mission:
Provide elegant, exclusive, beautiful interior design
and decoration services that ensure that our client gets
more than expected or expected.
Services
■ Residential Design
■ Hospitality Design
■ Office Design
■ Showroom Design
Website: https://purpleinterior.in/
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Arijit Ghosh
Founder
Patron Landmark
Project Pvt. Ltd.
About Company
PATRON LANDMARK, based in Kolkata, has
grown from success to success. The goal of PATRON
LANDMARK is to create an environment where
professional talents for the growth of the region are
recognized and supported. “No compromises in quality
due to its excellence” is the company’s policy, which
leads its success to demanding technical success by
building beautiful buildings and landmarks for all
future generations. but also to grow and develop without
the basic and real values of sacrificing life. This is our
declared commitment to constantly contribute to the
health, happiness, and well-being of our team members
by supporting their needs and desires.
Every employee of the organization supports the vision
and hidden potential resident of the group to become a
leader in the field at the national and international level.
We have a vision and commitment to excel among age
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19. groups through innovation and quality services at the
most competitive prices with timely delivery, business
management, and accountability management. Our
company is ready to grow and reach the peak of the
dramatic rise of the construction industry rankings with
the commitment and talented candidates to continually
improve our business processes. It is my full effort and
task to make PATRON LANDMARK a better place for
employees and our valued clients and to ensure that
everyone who works with us continues to build a lasting
relationship for a fruitful future.
We are a leading supplier and interior decorator in
Kolkata.Constructionwork,furniture,floors,bathroom
furniture, carpets, curtains, and household items, etc.
are our specialties.
History
Established in 2005, Kolkata is now one of the
most popular interior designers and decorators in
West Bengal.
Today, PATRON LANDMARK’s entrepreneurial spirit
continues and the company continues its growth story
by expanding across the country. No matter how big we
are, we remain united under a common goal: building
and interior design.
Vision & Mission
Act as the engine of economic growth by creating an
innovative and global business space.
Support infrastructure development in West Bengal
by adopting global standards and best practices and
attracting/retaining talent to build an ecosystem for
sustainable growth.
Management
The management team is led by Mr. Arijit Ghosh. He has
more than 20 years of experience in sales, marketing,
real estate management, and corporate real estate.
A capable leader, Mr. Abhishek Bose has led many
challenging projects and the company has helped launch
many new initiatives. He leads the entire PATRON
LANDMARK team.
Specialization
■ All kinds of misc. civil work.
■ Tiling / Marble / and all other flooring work.
■ All kinds of plumbing and sanitary jobs.
■ All kinds of electrical works.
■ All kinds of false ceiling work.
■ All kinds of carpentry jobs including furniture, wall
paneling, etc.
■ All kinds of blind fixing work (vertical/roller etc).
■ All kinds of painting jobs including POP/Putty job.
■ All kinds of wooden polishing jobs.
■
All kinds of aluminum doors, windows,
cladding work.
■ All kinds of glasswork (cladding etc).
■ Selling all kinds of modern types of furniture.
■ Providing and installing all types of electronics and
gadgets like AC, Geysers, Water-Purifier, Chimney,
Security camera, Security Locks Etc.
■ Fitting & Fixing of Locks, Handles Etc.
Website: http://patronlandmark.com/
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20. Marvel Interior Designer
Marvel specializes in providing beautiful and aesthetic
interior design services for homes and businesses. Our
team knows many international styles and trends.
We are always happy to refine and improve the perfect
design for your dream project.
Marvel is an interior design and architecture company
founded in 1996. The brand meets a wide range of needs
and offers unique services for both commercial and
residential sectors. With over two decades of experience.
Marvel specializes in creating innovative, sustainable,
inspirational, and functional environments. Elegance
with life is a hallmark of Marvel. This ensures that
the designs are visually powerful, elegant, and most
importantly, immortal.
The company’s reputation owes its existence to the
boldness and speculation of its founder and original
designer, Mahesh Purohit.
Process
The company manages all planning stages after the four
DS through a clear and defined process. Clients receive
detailed information, written recommendations for
project submissions, key details, information, and costs
to understand clearly from the outset.
Services
■ Villa Interior Design
■ Villa Exterior Design
■ Apartment Interior Design
■ Office Interior Design
■ Retail Interior Design
■ Bespoke Furniture and Accessories
Website: https://marvelinteriors.in/
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Mahesh Purohit
Founder &
Principal Architect
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22. People residing in small towns or villages of India are
living in the surrounding of nature. Greenspace has a
positive effect on our brain. Talking about the health
of a city and its residents has become a crucial topic for
every administrative authority as well as its residents.
We will be discussing some of the points that remark
the importance of green surroundings in human life and
urban space.
Climate Change & Extreme weather events
Effects of climate change, have started affecting every
individual’s life directly or indirectly. Whether it’s
economically strong nations like the USA & UK or
economically weak like African or South American
nations. Every country is facing one or more climate
disasters like megafloods, frequent cyclones, droughts,
volcanic eruptions, and a few more. The reason behind
this quick change in the climate is in front of us.
We, humans, have made great strides in technology and
continue to improve our technology to make our lives
easier. Numerous studies and reports indicate that if the
economy were not slowed down, it would wreak havoc
on life on Earth. As the ocean suddenly rises due to
melting glaciers in the polar region, millions of people
suffer and must be relocated.
Green parks are essential
for cities
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23. Urban Heat Island Effect
Many urban plants also help prevent what is known as the
heat effect. Urban areas without greenery and large urban
structures become “islands” with warmer temperatures
compared to remote areas. Daytime temperatures in the
city are about 1 to 7 degrees Fahrenheit higher in the
suburban area, and nighttime temperatures are about 2
to 5 degrees warmer than in the suburban area.
Experts say, these incidents pose a threat to health as they
undermine existing conditions and lead to emergencies
and illnesses such as disabilities, asthma, and strokes.
Additional air conditioning is not the solution. It is
energy-intensive and expensive. But in addition to
absorbing air pollution and pollution, more green space
in cities can reduce air temperature, thereby reducing the
temperature of islands.
Researcher says
It’s a nice feeling around lush trees and basking in the
sun, but why?
Some researchers find that green spaces promote better
living and better relationships. Both are knowledgeable
about improving health and well-being in many settings.
A beautiful green public space also promotes social
cohesion, promotion of mental health through social
interaction and community awareness.
But other research shows that we have certain
idiosyncrasies for healthy greens. According to the Safety
Code, our daily life often surprises us, which can make
us feel bad. But the stimulation of nature provides a
restorative environment that relieves fatigue.
Green effects
Indian cities are getting populated and the rising
population is attracting pollution. In India, land has been
utilized, mostly for constructing a house and commercial
spaces. Very few have understood the importance of city
parks and green land in the urban area which keeps city
air clean and breathable for many.
As mentioned in the above paragraphs, parks boost
our mood and keep our minds calm. It is our core
responsibility to maintain the balance between economic
growth and ecological surrounding. We are the ones who
reside in cities and are responsible for the heat effect. The
moment of joy that we had in our childhood, should be
passed on to the upcoming generation by creating green
space around to gather and integrate.
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Ar. Mangesh Dalvi
Co-Founder
Vastu Siddhi Architects
The Mumbai-based architecture and interior design
firm Vastu Siddhi Architects was established 10 years
ago by artists Sanjay Sawant and Mangesh Dalvi.
With more than 10 years of personal experience and
good relations with business partners, the company
has to date carried out many prestigious architectural
and interior design projects. The company trusts
ideas and solutions.
Core Values
■ Passion - A passion for creative architectural design.
■ Commitment - Commitment to meeting customers’
needs and respecting the principle of our services
“from concept to launch”.
■ Collaboration - We repeat in a creative process
shared with clients, consultants and contractors.
We know that teamwork is an activity that enables
people to achieve extraordinary results.
■ Innovation - “Imagination breeds innovation.”
We challenge traditional methods to discover
advancements and improved technologies.
■ Integrity - Our integrity is never compromised by
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25. our original design philosophy.
■ Excellence – Achieve excellence by listening
carefully to customer needs and then exceeding their
expectations with built-in results.
■ Sustainability - We lead by example and deliver
environmentally friendly and responsible projects
to our customers. We have the knowledge and
experience to offer solutions for this.
Vision
To be globally recognised as a holistic designing firm,
with the best industry practices and to enrich people’s
lives with the built environment through strong, creative
architectural design and inspirational leadership.
Mission
■ Turning every challenge into an opportunity; Each
design in a beautiful and meaningful atmosphere.
■ Develop customers and lifelong relationships by
excelling in value, quality, service, and experience.
■ Promote environmental responsibility through
sustainable practices in operations, design, and
construction
■ Build a sustainable business with operating systems,
best practices, compatibility, and continuous
improvement in all areas of the business.
Services
Vastusiddhi Architects is a multidisciplinary company
providing architecture and interior design services.
Our strength lies in the architectural services of
refurbishment projects in Mumbai.
Architectural Services
■ Feasibility Studies and Report
■ Design Development
■ Master Planning
■ Construction Documents
■ Design-Build Interiors
■ Facade Design
■ Project Management
■ Sustainable Design
Residential Redevelopment
Mumbai’s urgency is the rehabilitation of hundreds
of years old residential buildings and habitats.
Under the strict rules of urban development and the
challenging conditions of the site, we are responsible
for providing an aesthetic and functional design
solution that is sustainable.
Interior Design
Over the years, Vastusiddhi has made significant
contributions to homes, offices, schools, and the
business environment in Mumbai. Our passion for
design is reflected in each of our projects. We design
a space that is worth experiencing. Our professional
team is dedicated to designing and developing business
plans, site monitoring, and researching new products
and technologies. We are proud to carry out a number
of well-known in-house projects for Residence,
Institutions, Offices and Hospitality.
Website: https://www.vsarc.in/
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26. Architecture Design Art
Pvt. Ltd.
Studio ADAPL predicts “identify spaces and give
meaning”. Rooms are everywhere. Every person,
every group, every system needs a space to live,
work and grow. We enable the realization of your
dream rooms and extend them to your personality,
philosophy and requirements.
Architecture is what you make of empty spaces and the
beauty of a space lies in how it is shaped to maximize its
potential. Studio
ADAPL’sdesignapproachistokeepitsimple,functional,
yet innovative and aesthetically pleasing.
Studio ADAPL has successfully completed multiple
advanced residential, retail and hospitality projects
since its inception, serving a specific segment of the
corporate world.
“Architecture is that great living creative spirit which
from generation to generation, from age to age,
proceeds, persists, creates, according to the nature
of man, and his circumstances as they change. that
is really architecture.” — Frank Lloyd Wright, in the
realm of ideas
“It is about creating buildings and spaces that inspire
us, that help us do our jobs, that bring us together, and
that become, at their best, works of art that we can
move through and live in. and in the end, that is why
architecture can be considered the most democratic
of art forms.”—2011, USA President Barack Obama,
Pritzker ceremony speech.
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Ajjay Ssharma
Founder
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27. About Founder
Ajjay worked as a junior artist in Ar. in 1997 after
receiving a Bachelor of Architecture from Mumbai
University and a Gold Medal from Rizvi College of
Architecture. Brinda Somaya, where he has worked
on a variety of architectural and interior projects and
hosted ‘Women in Architecture 2000plus’, a conference
focusing on the work of women architects.
Diverging through architecture while assisting art
director Bijon DasGupta is a step towards art in
Bollywood. He worked as an art director in films such
as Dhadkan, Aashique, Ek Rishta and Haan Mainay Bhi
Pyaar Kiya Hai, and worked in various film and film
industries.
Ajjay has also worked as a consultant at Ramoji
Filmcity in Hyderabad, working with American art
director David Woody to design and paint Hollywood
locations. He led a team of 15 people: junior architects,
scenographers, graphic designers and CAD designers
to create the design, present the artwork, layout plans,
fabrication and detailed drawings for the realization.
There he founded the design company “studio ADAPL”,
which provides consulting services for interior, interior
and exterior design solutions. The company specializes
inluxury,industrialandhotelinteriordesigncampaigns.
Works have been completed in Mumbai, Guwahati,
Kolkata, Nagpur and Jabalpur.
Experimental
Along with his leadership, Ajjay is also a scholar. He
teaches architecture at the Rizvi College of Architecture
in Mumbai. He teaches students in their final year thesis
course. He received the 2015 “Best Teacher” award from
the Association of Schools of Architecture Maharashtra
in Design for basic design.
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Deepak Mehta
Director
Deepak Mehta Architect
Deepak Mehta Architect was founded in 1985 and its
original architect, Mr. Deepak Mehta after graduation
worked with Ar. Hafeez Contractor is an associate
architect in Mumbai who has been growing steadily
for 29 years.
Today we have spread our wings from Dubai to more
than twelve cities in India and abroad. Our work
focuses on building human harmony and creating an
environment with constant innovation and the process
of measuring the design continuity of our own work.
Thus, it creates a prosperous and complete environment
with the construction of villas, bungalows, houses,
various urban areas. Cities include design, IT housing,
industrial construction, retail, and hotel design.
The firm has won numerous awards, including the
prestigioustitleofbeingoneofIndia’s“Top10Architects”.
Consistently receiving recognition and praise from top
publications and media makes our team’s spirit the best.
Our success is due to the many teams of experienced
architects, who plan to create iconic designs that have
become architectural masterpieces.
Our regular discussions and exchange of ideas with our
customers help us meet their expectations and deliver
the latest and greatest innovations in every way possible,
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return to our customers.
Awards
■ Best Architect of The Year – Accommodation Times
■
Best Commercial Building of Chennai –
Accommodation Times
■ Best Commercial Building of Navi Mumbai, CIDCO
& I.I.E
Projects
Deepak Mehta Architect has extensive work
experienceanddeliveredtheirserviceinthefollowing
categories of projects:
Commercial,Residential,MegaResidential&Township,
Low-rise housing, Redevelopment, Bungalows & Villas,
Retail, Hotels & Health Care, Interiors and CSR.
Catering Services in
The firm is catering their services in the
following cities:
India: Mumbai, Chennai, Thane, Navi Mumbai
/ Panvel, Bangalore, Mangalore, Lonavla,
Coimbatore, Pune, Goa, Nagpur, Surat, Nashik,
Rajkot, Indore, Ahmedabad.
UAE: Dubai
Website: http://deepakmehta.in/
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30. What is urban planning?
Urban planning, also known as regional planning,
city planning, rural planning, or town planning, is
a technical and political process that focuses on the
development and design of land use and the built
environment, including infrastructure for air, water,
and watercourses. incoming and outgoing cities, such as
transport, communication, and distribution networks
and their accessibility. Traditionally, urbanism is guided
by a top-down approach to mastering the physical
organization of human dwellings.
The main interest is the public interest, which includes
considerations of efficiency, hygiene, protection, and
use of the environment as well as the effects of the
master plans on social and economic activity. Over
time, urban planning has adopted a study of social and
environmental foundations, which focuses on planning
as a tool to improve people’s health and well-being
while maintaining sustainability standards. Sustainable
growth was added as one of the primary goals of all
planning efforts at the end of the 20th century when
the harmful economic and environmental impacts of
earlier planning models became apparent.
Why urban planning?
Urbanism answers the questions of how people live,
work and play in the area, and thus accompany the
smooth development of urban, suburban, and rural
areas.Althoughprimarilyconcernedwiththeplanning
of settlements and communities, urban planners are
also responsible for planning the efficient transport
of goods, resources, people, and waste; distribution of
basic necessities such as water and electricity; a sense
of inclusion and an opportunity for people of all kinds,
cultures, and needs; economic growth or business
development; improving the health and protection
of areas of natural environmental importance which
have actively contributed to the reduction of CO2
emissions as well as the protection of monuments and
the built environment.
Urban planning is a dynamic area because questions
about how people live, work, and play have changed
over time. These changes are often reflected in
planning methods, zoning codes & policies, which
make it a more technical, political, social, economic,
and environmental environment.
What does urban planning include?
Urbanism is an interdisciplinary field that includes
civil engineering, architecture, human geography,
politics, social sciences, and design sciences. Urban
planning practices deals with research and analysis,
strategic thinking, engineering architecture, urban
The urban planning
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31. design, public consultation, policy recommendations,
implementation, and management. It is located
near an urban area, and some urban planners have
provided designs for streets, parks, buildings, and
other urban areas.
Urban planners work with the same fields in
construction, landscape architecture, architecture &
public administration to achieve strategic, political,
and sustainable goals. Leading urban planners
are often members of the same fields today, urban
planning is a separate, independent professional
discipline. The discipline of urban planning is a
broader category that covers various sub-areas such
as spatial planning, spatial planning, economic
development, environmental planning, and transport
planning. Planning requires a good understanding of
penal codes and zone codes when planning.
Technology Support in urban planning
Technical aspects of urban planning include the use
of scientific, technical processes, considerations &
functions involved in land use planning, city design,
natural resources, transport, and infrastructure. Urban
planningincludestechniquessuchas:populationgrowth
forecast, zone planning, geographical map and analysis,
park space analysis, water supply research, traffic pattern
identification, food demand identification, health &
social services allocation, and land use analysis.
Economic & Environmental Effect
There has been a prediction of more population
migrating towards big cities for job opportunities and
improving the living standards. Cities in India are
alreadycongestedandrequirenewfloorplanstomitigate
the changes. Diversifying the burden and planning the
city’s requirements on priority can help reduce the risk
of economic loss. A congested city could bring in health
issues that consume most of the financial wealth.
Planning for clean air and water in advance
could avoid the consequences in the future.
Every administrative authority should take the
responsibility to have their city well planned and
prepared for the unprecedented situation.
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32. Architype3D
Founded in 2006, Architype3D is a Mumbai-based
companycomprisedoftwotalented,strong,andcreative
duos, Rohit Rohira and Rahul Rohira, who leads a team
of 3D artists. We specialize in real photo architectural
and interior 3D lighting for commercial, residential,
and office areas. We offer a wide range of services from
cutting-edge technology to stunning landscapes, 360°
panoramic views, stereoscopic 3D, CGI and embedded
video, lighting, and more research papers.
Our dedication to home design and a deep
understanding of details, materials, textures, interior
design and lighting drives us to create the best images
and videos possible. We work with renowned architects
around the world and carry out a variety of international
and national projects. Our mission is to provide you
with unparalleled benefits and services, along with a
complete system that delivers true-to-life 3D visuals and
animated videos, to satisfy your knowledge application
and development needs.
Services
Film – Walkthrough & Animation
The film is a great way to express the feeling of the
environment you want to create. It’s an opportunity
to create memories that captivate viewers and make
them feel irrational. Each camera frame is meticulously
crafted to convey information, meaning, and thoughts
to the viewer. You will be amazed watching the project
with its unique cinematic and artistic prowess. It is the
most creative of our products.
Film – Motion Tracking, Compositing & Post
Production
Motion tracking is a technology that helps you visualize
what your finished architecture would look like in a
real environment.
The process of merging 3D architecture with real drone
film to create a smooth and realistic feel of it.
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Rohit Rohira &
Rahul Rohira,
Director
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33. Images – Photoreal 3D Renders
At the heart of our work are still images. We provide a
realistic view of the proposed construction and act as a
valuable tool in helping clients communicate complex
design ideas. Our style involves a very high level of
skill, with a strong emphasis on realistic presentation.
This makes the project easy to understand and
experiment with. For almost any project of any size,
nothing is impossible.
Images – Photomontage
The photomontage helps us visualize what the final
architecture would look like in its real environment.
It is a process of combining 3D architecture with
real drone photographs to create a realistic and
seamless appearance.
VR - 360° Interactive Walkthrough & Tour
Discover areas you may not have seen before in photos
or movies. 360-degree interactive or virtual reality puts
you in control. Our virtual reality technology allows the
viewer to navigate a virtual tour of the property. This
technique is intended to provide the strongest possible
representation of the final space. This unique system
offers our clients the opportunity to promote their
properties in a new and more effective way.
Website: https://www.architype3d.com/
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34. TOP
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& INTERIOR DESIGN
COMPANIES
IN 2022
Sandeep Singh,
Managing Director
Brawn Globus
We are an integrated company engaged in design,
construction, and project management, which
offers comprehensive services for businesses, retail,
hospitality, institutional clients, and more. Our
services range from architectural consulting and
market management.
Since 2007
Our many years of experience give us the confidence
and ability to face new challenges and explore
innovation in the industry.
At Brawn Globus, we are passionate about creating
sophisticated architectural designs and know that
they are learning from the past and growing into
the future. We have been developing our craft for
more than 13 years and still welcome new ideas and
advances in this industry. Brawn Globus, a pioneer
in the architectural industry, challenges industrial
ethics to provide clients with a perfect design
experience. We are constantly striving to reduce
our environmental footprint and are adopting new
practices and building standards that can help us
achieve this goal.
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35. How do they do it?
We work closely with our customers from start-up to
delivery (and often beyond) to deliver solutions that
capture each customer’s vision in place. They trust us.
A multi-disciplinary team of professionals and thought
professionals believe that it takes time, dedication, and
dedication to ensure that difficult tasks are completed
on time and within budget, while maintaining efficiency
according to the highest modern standards.
With speed, the ability to perform well, the ability to
provide critical insights to solve problems (we don’t shy
away from responding), and the ability and knowledge
to handle the toughest, Team Brawn Globus gives it
their all. A skill set for every job they do. Our idea is
simple: we make it happen.
Approach
Delivering a large and complex project on schedule and
within budget requires careful attention to detail at each
stage of the project:
Planning: From sketch plans, 3D perspective drawings,
cost plans and a comprehensive investment breakdown,
we provide all the information you need to make an
informed decision.
Preparation: We provide compliance, approval and
contract management. A project document with
final construction drawings, plans and detailed
furniture, scheme and completion plans and equipment
is prepared.
Construction: We manage the project from start to
finish,fromfloorplantoadaptation,withchallengesthat
will inevitably arise. Strict due diligence ensures control
and compliance with all details and requirements.
Handover: We store and carry you by consignment,
by post, where our inspection team performs further
inspections, checks that everything is clear.
About CEO
Vikram Rao, a balanced, orderly and understanding
decision-maker, is proficient in leading a group of
pioneers to grow rapidly and is constantly changing the
scope and success of Brawn Globus in today’s dynamic
business environment. During his impressive eighteen
years, he worked in corporate offices in Mumbai and
abroad - in South Africa and the United Arab Emirates
- and was significantly exposed to various work cultures
and egalitarian values. It gave him a clear understanding
of how to develop team spirit and work ethic. Not
surprisingly, as CEO of Brawn Globus, Vikram has
increased the company’s revenue by 70%, in addition to
a 30% increase in human resources.
Vikram, an engineer with postgraduate management
training at NICMAR, is responsive, alert, and well
versed in the sector - from stakeholder expectations and
cash flow management to teamwork, communication,
coordination, and monitoring, all of which help him
achieve consistently significant results.
Website: https://www.brawnglobus.com/
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36. Bharadwaj Design And
Associates
BDAA Architects was founded in Noida, India in 2017.
It was born from the desire to transform spaces of any
scale, be easy to use and eco-friendly. Our goal is to
find a balance in a space that responds to the user and
their environment. In addition to residential, industrial,
retail, and work projects, we also aim to create public
spaces to complement the urban fabric of this space. We
design according to you and your wishes., Contact us to
find out what we can do for you.
Cemcast
An innovation division was formed under the
leadership of Ar. Udit Bhardwaj and Ar. Saksham Gupta.
Innovations in the use of techniques for shaping interior
decorative objects using concrete as a basic material.
Experimenting with different shapes and finishes is the
key to achieving a design that complements the nature
of concrete.
The experiment includes modules like: Trimix Basin,
Cacti Holds, Toothbrush Holders, CEM Basin, Candle
Holder, Cacti Sitz, Countoured Tray, Polar, Cubical
Ceiling Light, Golden Base Rectangular Pots, Benzoine
Coaster, Duo Stip Sitz, The G Lamp, The Bandwidth,
The Globe Light, The Cemcandle.
Portfolio
BDAA architect has worked or is working on the
projects of different categories that are:
■ Residential Building
■ Office Buildings
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Udit Bhardwaj
Principal Architect
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■ Industrial Building
■ Public Infrastructure
■ Religious Building
Team
Udit Bharadwaj, Principal Architect
Deepankur Sethi, Senior Architect
Tamanna Jodhani, Interior Designer
Dharmendra Kumar Yadav
Vineet Singh Rajpoot, Assistant Architect
Kanchi Jaiswal, Intern
Mandvi Agarwal, Intern
Tanya Agarwal, Intern
Website: https://www.bdaarchitect.com/
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38. How does it start?
Smart devices are all around us. From our television,
cell phones to our Air conditioners & Washing
Machines, everything is becoming smart. All the
credit goes to electronic and electrical engineers
who worked hard & smart, to develop essential
technology that helps us in our daily life. Covid19
virus has forced us to extensively use the technology
for our daily tasks such as education and working.
While the devices are getting smart, why shouldn’t
we have our city smart so that we can address
the issues facing for a long time? Technology has
changed our perception and even solved problems
of many; like employment and better life standard.
It was now time to upgrade our cities to keep them
ready for the change that is about to happen in the
coming years.
What is a Smart City?
TheSmartCityusesinformationandcommunication
technologies(ICT)toimproveoperationalefficiency,
share information with the public and provide better
services and benefits to citizens.
The primary goal of a smart city is to optimize the
city’s functions and support economic growth while
improving the quality of life of citizens through
smart technologies and data analysis. The value lies
in how this technology is used instead of how much
technology is available.
Why do we need smart cities?
The answer is simple; research has revealed that
more than 70% of the Indian population could
be residing in major cities of India by 2050. The
numbers could vary as the Government of India
What is smart city?
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39. has launched several schemes and implemented
policies to boost the revenue of villages in order to
keep migration under control. The implementation
of various schemes & policies has been in progress
and growth is visible.
Still, there are chances of migration as the living
standard and resources available in the city can
hardly be available in the suburban & rural regions.
Better Infrastructure
Infrastructure is the first element of a city that
makes it attractive & important. A city with better
infrastructure facilities such as water & sanitation,
uninterrupted electricity supply, road & other
transport connectivity are the preferred destination
to settle down by the organizations and individuals
as well.
Smart Solutions
Problems are getting big and solutions are less.
Cities that can solve their issues will be preferred to
reside as the problems in it won’t stay for long. One
such issue addressed by the city of Indore has turned
heads. Their garbage and other waste management
practice has inspired many to create such a model
that can make their surroundings better.
Provides equal opportunities
Everyone likes to live where they get equal
opportunity to prove themselves. Smart cities
are being planned in such a way that it will create
opportunities for all and keep the environment
healthy for citizens, businesses, and administration.
Do we really need smart cities?
The smart city concept was taken seriously by the
NDA government which is under the leadership
of Prime Minister Narendra Modi since 2014. He
is confident about the plan of creating 100 smart
cities in different regions of India that will cater to
millions of population.
Yes, the need for smart cities is a necessity as the
youngpopulationinthecountryisgettingprepared
to enter into the world of career. The jobless
skilled population has no future; such a situation
can lead the nation towards unprecedented events
that can damage economic growth. Creating cities
for opportunities is a smart move and has the
potential to keep the country’s vision of gaining
economic stability.
- By Parag Ahire
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