Continuing our interview with Ar. Hafeez Contractor as the Architect of the Months July-August 2024, we bring to you a project that has brought about a landmark change not only in social infrastructure, but in the entire approach to Mumbai's estate industry.
India's most celebrated architect, Padma Bhushan-awardee, Doctor of Architecture Honoris Causa, Ar. Hafeez Contractor gets candid amidst reminiscing as he regales us with several anecdotes from his journey as a dynamic practitioner. In this, part 1, we focus on several light-hearted moments shared with him as his commitment to goals, his sharp eye for detail and his elephant-like memory build narratives along the way.
The world of architecture is always buzzing with change, and the year 2024 has been no exception. From sustainability becoming an integral part of design rather than a choice, to creating inclusive environments and adopting innovative design languages, the year has marked a significant milestone in diverse design visions. Team IAnD traces the major architectural trends of 2024… with tHE gRID Architects, Jugal Mistri Architects and Beyond Design Architects and Consultants.
In the ever-evolving world of architecture, few voices resonate as profoundly as that of Prashant Sutaria, the Principal Architect of Prashant Sutaria Architects (PSA) in Mumbai. In conversation with our Architect of the Month, December 2024
Chinese architect Liu Jaikun wins the 2025 Pritzker Architecture Prize. He is known for methodology-driven design philosophy focussing on contextual adaptation rather than imposing a signature aesthetic. The jury commended Liu for "affirming architecture that celebrates the lives of ordinary citizens" and for his ability to create communal spaces in dense urban landscapes. Team IAnD congratulates Ar. Liu for this enormous achievement.