“Architecture, for me, is about connecting and creating spaces between man and the earth,” says Architect
Brinda Somaya
The Big Architect
India’s first Double Decker Flyover opens
After a decade-long delay, the 6.45-km six-lane Santacruz-Chembur Link Road is finally open. The travel time between Chembur and Santacruz is expected to drop from the current 90 minutes to 20 minutes
Building industry is in intensive care: Hafeez Contractor
“As far as architecture is concerned, my philosophy is to look at the person, his needs and his budget and then design the most appropriate for that condition,” comments Architect Hafeez Contractor
Putting Mumbai Monorail on track
The Mumbai Monorail project is the first-of-its-kind in India, built by an L&T-led consortium, using the AutoCAD Civil 3D software for optimised productivity, time and resources
Environmentally responsible architecture: the future
“It is our responsibility to reduce the carbon footprint, and our commitment to energy efficient design should have the highest priority,” says Ponni Concessao, Principal Architect, Ponni & Oscar Architects
Architecture is like solving a giant 3-D puzzle: Ar Shamit Manchanda
“In many ways it is like solving a giant 3-dimensional puzzle. If you have the inclination for such work, there is no greater joy than to seeing your building get built in the real world” says Shamit Manchanda, Chief Architect, Manchanda Associates
Validating structural behaviour and response of Burj Khalifa
A key note paper to be presented at the “R. N. Raikar Memorial International Conference” in December 2013
Afcons aims to set new benchmarks
Afcons Infrastructure’s in-house development of technology creates higher platform for project delivery and market recognition, explains V. Manivannan, Executive Vice President, Construction Plant and Equipment, Afcons Infrastructure
Simplex Infra: aims 15% growth in turn over
In an exclusive interview with ACE Update, R. L. Telang, President, Simplex Infrastructures, talks on the industry status, his company’s performance and future plans
Good artist not necessarily good architect: Ar Porwal
“We are not commercial people; we are here to serve the society rather than just making money,” emphasises Sanjay Porwal, Principal Architect, Kalayojan Architects