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Publications
20 Life Lessons in Architecture (And Beyond); Common Edge, New York, Sep 2024 Reflecting on the Life Lessons I have collated from my academic and professional journey in architecture and architectural writing
Review of Beyond the Forests : The Architectural Journey of Jharkhand ; Glitz Architecture & Interiors, May 2024 A review of the book authored and published by IIA Jharkhand
Working Across Generations: Intergenerational Architectural Practices in India; Roca Gallery , Spain, July-Aug 2023 Exploring new ways of working through intergenerational architectural practices in India
How to become an Architectural Writer in India: Growth Options and More; Careernuts, Sep 2021 Exploring relevant details on how to pursue architectural writing
Architectural Writing Career Path: New Career options; Careernuts, Sep 2021 Exploring relevant details on how to pursue architectural writing
Connecting writing to Architecture, Design and Building; ACES: The Society for Editing , Illinois, Aug 2021 Exploring the relevance of writing for the architectural and building industry
Conserving the Architectural Heritage of India; Roca Gallery , Spain, M ay-June 2021 A piece on how architects in India are responding to the need of the hour
The Art and Craft of Writing in Architecture; ArchitectureLive!, Dec 2020 Guiding inquisitive, interested, and passionate minds in architectural writing
Embracing Traditional and Local Methodologies to Respond to the Energy Crisis; Roca Gallery , Spain, Aug 2020 A piece on how architects in India have pledged to build for Mother Earth
Architects in Finland: Catalysts for Development; Design Detail , Aug 2019 Reflecting on the journey of architects in Finland
Finland: A case study in creating smart cities; STIRworld , Jun 2019 A case study of Helsinki and Espoo as model cities for smart city development
Auroville: A city that belongs to the earth; STIRworld , May 2019 Exploring this experimental town and with inputs from its architects
Cover Story on Finland: Happiness Unlimited; Architecture Time Space & People, Jan 2019 A photo feature on the cities of Helsinki and Espoo in Finland
Library Architecture in Finland; ArchitectureLive!, Jan 2019 A study on the revolution of library design in Finland
The Changing Culture of Architecture in Modern India; Archinect , Los Angeles, Feb 2018 Exploring how architecture has evolved in India as a profession and as a lifestyle statement
Architects and Cities; JetWings, June 2017 The influence of architects on urbanscapes
Planning and designing gender-inclusive spaces; Saint-Gobain India, May 2017 The issue of gender-biased planning
How bold and loud should architecture be; Saint-Gobain India, Mar 2017 Exploring unconventional architecture
Cover Story on Melbourne: A city pulsating with life; Architecture Time Space & People, Feb 2017 A photo feature on Melbourne and the State of Victoria in Australia
Smart Homes; www.renomania.com, Jan 2017 Technologies in smart homes
The new concept of bathroom designs; www.renomania.com, Jan 2017 Evolution of the design of bathrooms
Photo essay on Le Corbusier—Mastering the Image, Chandigarh; Home Review, Jan 2016 A photo feature on the Le Corbusier exhibition at Chandigarh
Freeze frames—The illuminated Capitol Complex at Chandigarh; Design Detail, Dec 2015 A photo feature on the Illuminated Capitol Complex at Chandigarh
Le Corbusier Centre, Chandigarh; Design Detail, Sep 2015 A case study of the Le Corbusier Centre at Chandigarh
Communication in Architecture; Designers’ Style, Dec 2014 Realising the importance of communications in architecture
Op-ED: The ‘Architect’ in Architecture; Taburn, Sep 2014
Smart Homes; MGS Architecture, Aug 2014 Studying the smart technologies needed in smart homes
Op-ED: Smart Governance over Smart Cities; Taburn, Aug 2014 The need of smart governance for cities to flourish
Guest Editorial: Negotiating the urban and sub’urban’; Taburn, July 2014 Observing the delicate relation between urban and sub’urban’ areas
Canvas – Newsletter of Sonear Industries Ltd; July 2014
Guest Editorial: Importance of eco-friendly homes; Taburn, June 2014 The rising importance of eco-friendly homes in India
Guest Editorial: Disasters in India; Taburn, June 2014 A study of the natural disasters in India
Cover story on contemporary interiors and decor in residences; MGS Architecture, June 2014 A look at contemporary residences
Cover story on retailing luxury; INSITE, Dec 2013 Design of high-end retail spaces
Urban Infrastructure; NBM&CW, Oct 2013 Tracing the development of urban infrastructure for economic growth
Freeze Frames: Sydney; Design Detail, Aug–Oct 2013 A photo feature on the central business district of Sydney
Tier II and III cities; NBM&CW, July 2013 An article on the future growth engines: Tier II and Tier III cities
Architecture and Opium; Designers’ Style, Lahore, June 2013 Discovering a sensitive relationship between architecture and opium
Renewable Energy: A growing necessity; NBM&CW, June 2013 An article on the renewable energy industry in India
Cover story on modular kitchens; MGS Architecture, May 2013 A look at the current trends in modular kitchens
Green Architectural Firms; MGS Architecture, Jan 2013 Reviewing some of the greenest architectural firms globally.
FDI in Retail; NBM & CW, Dec 2012 The impacts of the government’s decision of FDI in retail
Stylish home stores in Bengaluru; INSITE, Nov 2012 Visiting Bengaluru’s unique lifestyle stores
Eco-homes: Marching their way forward; Greencrumbs, Oct 2012 The rising awareness of eco-friendly architecture in India
Washroom designs; Washrooms and Beyond, Oct–Dec 2012 Young designers speak on the changing trend in washroom designs.
Combating the manpower crunch; NBM & CW, Oct 2012 Studying the issue of manpower crunch in the construction industry
The Road Industry; NBM & CW, Sep 2012 A road sector update of India
Software Development; NBM & CW, Aug 2012 Technology spearheads changes in construction perspectives
Penetron Industry Newsletter; July 2012
The state of real estate; NBM & CW, June 2012 Exploring the real estate market of India and the impact of the budget on it
Corbusier and Chandigarh; INSITE, May 2012 Heralding the relevance of master architect Le Corbusier
Cover story on ‘Redefining Bathrooms’; MGS Architecture, Mar–Apr 2012 The evolving of bathrooms as innovative architectural spaces
Op-ED: Building tall: A necessity; Elevator World India, Feb 2012 The significance of building vertical in India
Cover story on ‘The Software Saga’; INSITE, Jan 2012 Understanding the importance of computer technology in architecture
Penetron Industry Newsletter; Jan 2012
Modern Airport Designs; NBM & CW, Dec 2011 Contemporary designs of some upcoming airports in India
The Truth about Organic Farming in India; World Architecture News, UK, Nov 2011 Studying the effect of organic farming on architecture
Hotel Architecture in India; Archi Times, Karachi, Nov 2011 The development of architecture of hotels in India
Penetron Industry Newsletter; Nov 2011
Cover story on ‘MRT System in India’; NBM & CW, Oct 2011 Studying mass rapid transit systems in India
Cover story on ‘The Cost of going Green’; MGS Architecture, Sep–Oct 2011 The truth and myths about the costs of green buildings
Stone Rhapsody; Society Interiors, Sep 2011 The beauty of stone residences
Hotel Boom in India; www.egodesign.com, Aug 2011 Exploring new hotels in Mumbai
Cover story on ‘Advanced Software Solutions for the Civil Engineering Industry’; NBM & CW, Aug 2011 Exploring the new world of technology
Multilevel Car Parking Systems in India; NBM & CW, July 2011 Devising solutions to combat parking issues
Fit for a Maharaja; Sleeper Magazine, UK, May 2011 Tracing the hotel development in India
India’s Inspirational Architects; World Architecture News, UK, May 2011 An insight into the architects who have shaped the architectural vocabulary of India
Bengaluru city update: St Marks Road; Livingetc, May 2011 A walk through St Marks Road
Cover story on ‘The Design in Design Schools’; INSITE, April 2011 Understanding the requirements of a design school
Hotel Boom in India; World Architecture News, UK, Mar 2011 A comment piece on some of the new hotels in Mumbai
New trends in kitchens; Architecture+Design, Mar 2011 A study of the ‘new’ trends in kitchen design styles and products
New trends in bathrooms; Architecture+Design, Mar 2011 Lending a significant meaning to the once ‘Boring spaces of bathrooms’
Bengaluru city update: Lighting showrooms in Bengaluru; Livingetc, Mar 2011 Exploring the new lighting accessories available in the city.
Cover story on ‘Crafting a Home with a Soul’; Times of India, Feb 2011 Talking on the importance of architecture, beyond being a mere ‘structure’
Bengaluru city update: Church Street; Livingetc, Feb 2011 Meandering through Bengaluru’s much-loved Church Street
The Indian Pavillion at the Shanghai World Expo; Architecture+Design, Jan 2011 A detailed study of the Indian Pavillion at the World Expo
Bengaluru city update: Bookshops in Bengaluru; Livingetc, Jan 2011 Browsing through the city’s bookshops
Bengaluru city update: 60 Feet Road at Koramangala; Livingetc, Dec 2010 Studying one of the happening places in Bengaluru
Bengaluru city update: Antique shops in Bengaluru; Livingetc, Nov 2010 Shopping antique stuff in Bengaluru
Hallways; Times of India, Oct 2010 Studying the important elements in hallways
Bengaluru city update: Spas in Bengaluru; Livingetc, Oct 2010 Rejuvenating spas in Bengaluru
Bengaluru city update: Old World Cafes; Livingetc, Sep 2010 Cafes in the old-world style
Bengaluru city update: Museum Road; Livingetc, Aug 2010 Strolling through a part of the old Bengaluru
Innovative ways of cladding; Times of India, July 2010 Looking at the cladding materials used in homes
Bengaluru city update: New Restaurants; Livingetc, July 2010 A look at the recent restaurants unveiled in Bengaluru
Architecture adds to investment value; Times of India, June 2010 First published in the Times of India
Bengaluru city update: Freedom Park; Livingetc, June 2010 A glimpse at the new Freedom Park inaugurated in Bengaluru
Infrastructural Development in Bengaluru; Deccan Herald, June 2010 A look at the infrastructural projects in Bengaluru
News Analysis of BIAL; Architect & Interiors India, April 2010 An analysis of the controversy surrounding the BIAL
Workspaces in homes; Architecture Update, Mar 2010 Creating workspaces at home
Bengaluru city update: Infantry Road; Livingetc, Mar 2010 Studying the Infantry road
Bengaluru city update: Intermediate Ring Road; Livingetc, Feb 2010 Documenting the Intermediate Ring Road connecting Koramangala and Indiranagar in Bengaluru.
Bengaluru city update: Koramangala; Livingetc, Jan 2010 A Bengaluru update of the area of Koramangala
Viewpoint: Architect Soumitro Ghosh; Architect & Interiors India, Dec 2009 Architect Soumitro Ghosh speaks on the year(2009) that has gone by.
Viewpoint: Architect Sandeep Khosla; Architect & Interiors India, Dec 2009 Architect Sandeep Khosla speaks on the year(2009) that has gone by.
Residential development in Bengaluru; Deccan Herald, Dec 2009 A look at the residential development in Bengaluru
Creating storage spaces in homes; Architecture Update, Dec 2009 Creating innovative places for storage at homes
Bengaluru city update: New Interior Stores; Livingetc, Dec 2009 A walk through the new interior stores in Bengaluru
Bengaluru City Update – Nightlife in Bengaluru; Livingetc, Nov 2009 A countdown of the various pubs/lounges in the city
Architectural Journalism: A View Point; Architect & Interiors India, Oct 2009 A Op-eD piece on architectural journalism.
Bengaluru city update: Outer Ring Road; Livingetc, Oct 2009 A Bengaluru city update of the Outer Ring Road
Bengaluru city update: Forum Value Mall; Livingetc, Sep 2009 Shopping at the Forum Value mall
Fire fighting in high rises, NBM & CW, Aug 2009 An article detailing out fire disasters and their solution.
Architectural developments in Bengaluru; Architecture Update, Aug 2009 An article outlining the architectural projects going on in the city
Bengaluru city update: 100 Feet Road; Livingetc, Aug 2009 A city update of the much-loved 100 Feet road
Special report on ‘Architectural Schools in India’; Architect & Interiors India, July 2009 An analysis of the architectural schools in India
Bengaluru city update: Raintree; Livingetc, July 2009 A look at the mesmerising Raintree Store in Bengaluru.
Indian Architecture; Jong Arsitek, June 2009 Tracing the evolution of Indian architecture
Bengaluru city update: Hatworks Boulevard; Livingetc, June 2009 A shopping experience in one of the oldest preserved heritage buildings in the city
Bengaluru City Update: Vittal Mallya Road; Livingetc, May 2009 A city update of the royal Vittal Mallya Road
Electrical contracting in India; Construction World, May 2009 Discussing the discipline in India
Architectural Conservation in India; Better Interiors, May 2009 Discussing the discipline of restoration and conservation of buildings in India
Taj Mahal in Pictures; Architecture+Interiors, 21st Issue, Karachi, April 2009 Capturing the much-loved monument ‘Taj Mahal’ in India, in pictures
Cover story on ‘Disaster Management’; Deccan Herald, Feb 2009 Disaster management in India and practices for its management and mitigation
Bathrooms: A space to cherish; Architecture+Design, Sep 2008 Exploring the new styles in bathroom designs
Architectural awards in India; FiveFootWay, Indonesia, Aug 2008 A report of the various architectural awards constituted in India
Architectural Journalism; FiveFootWay, Indonesia, Aug 2008
The enthralling city of Paris; Architecture+Interiors, 18th Issue, June 2008 The city of Paris, in words and pictures
Memsaab Restaurant, Nottingham; Discover India, April 2008 Exploring the story of Memsaab Restaurant in Nottingham
Outsourcing: An Indian Perspective; World Architecture News, UK, Feb 2008 The pros and cons of outsourcing architecture in India
Wales: A photo feature; Architecture+Design, Feb 2008 The stunning city of Wales in pictures
Metro News: Mumbai; World Architecture News, UK, Jan 2008 A glimpse at the booming architecture in the financial capital of India
Are you cut put to be an architectural journalist; Rediffmail, July 2007
A proactive approach towards architectural journalism
