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Q. What is the market definition for this industry in the present times and scope for the future? The global architectural hardware market was valued at $15,960 million in 2018, and is projected to reach $23,271 million by 2026, growing at a CAGR of 6.8% from 2019 to 2026. The architectural hardware refers to the hardware components used in doors, windows, railings, and other such applications. The architectural hardware includes pull handles, lever handles, door stoppers, door guards, door viewers, flush bolts, door signage, door seals, door controllers, panic exit devices, window friction hinges, bolt systems, patch fittings, point fittings,…
Q. What qualities or features do you think an iconic design should possess? What according to you makes a design iconic? “Iconic” is, what one identifies with, something that epitomizes the identity of that place, city or a landmark – an iconic structure is responsible for how a common-man perceives any place or a city and many times even a country – this is how India is identified by the Taj Mahal and Gateway of India identifies Mumbai or is what Eiffel Tower is to Paris. An iconic design is, what it takes to create a unique identity – its…
Ar. Gopkumar was born on May 20, 1946. He graduated in architecture from college engineering Trivendrum with a Gold Medal in 1976. After graduation S. Gopkumar joined the world renowned Architect Padma Vibhushan Charles Correa and later become his associate. In the year 1976 Ar. S. Gopkumar started Kumar Group Total Designer, a leading architectural firm in the country dealing with Architectural, Interiors and Landscape. A part designing many landmark building he has done many socially relevant projects for the Government. Ar. S. Gopkumar actively involved in the activities in the India Institute of Architects since 1996. During his long…
Q. The evolution with time. Describe the journey of women architects/interiors then and now? Women have come a long way in every field, from politics to space travel, so it is no surprise that women architects should take their rightful place in the sun. As a professional I have always considered myself as an architect, and feel that the architect’s gender should not restrict his or her professional horizon. Women architects are heading large practices, leading amazing projects and setting new goals and we would continue to do so. Q. What is your core strength that has worked for you,…
Q. Can you tell us little bit about your project? What was the inspiration? This is a multiple award winning mixed use building, set in the very heart of DURGAPUR CITY CENTRE, West Bengal . The project is Public Private PARTNERSHIP between the Asansol Durgapur Development Authority ( ADDA ) and private developer. The project started in September 2014 in Durgapur, and completed in September 2018. It has public parking along with other usable mixed use spaces. The vision was to draw inspiration from the historical and culturally rich region and transcend it into architectural expressions of modernism. This in…
Q. The evolution with time. Describe the journey of women architects/interiors then and now? Having worked at Zaha’s office for almost 5 years and now running my own practice for over 11 years, there has not even been a single day that I felt that I don’t belong in this profession. I only believe in pushing the boundaries of design and am never thinking about any social implications being a women practicing Architecture, as the profession is balance for both men and women. We all face the same issue and challenges in the field of Architecture. Speaking from my personal…
Q. How would you describe your journey in this profession? In simple words, Satisfying, Rewarding & Ongoing. Q. Being considered as the most iconic & legendary names in the industry, how do you feel? Am I? I have never thought like this nor considered myself a legend. I simply do my work the way I like & I enjoy it. Q. Which are your most favourite works? It is very difficult to choose as each and every one of them comes with a different set of challenges. But, a few of them are really close to my heart. A farmhouse…
New Delhi-based firm 42mm Architecture has unveiled enchanting outdoor spaces that inspire you with their striking elegance, natural vibe, and an intelligent interface with the interiors.Holistic architecture is all about conceiving the interiors and exteriors as one single entity, with one simply being the extension of the other. So outdoor spaces further refine and beautify the interiors. As an essential part of the home, these charming outdoor spaces are carved out of the built mass, more as a centrifugal element around which the building takes shape. A wonderful dialogue between the two areas is evident in the designs, as you…
Q. Important trends of commercial architecture just the way design is. Commercial architecture will witness a paradigm shift towards energy efficiency. Commercial buildings of the past have used glass blindly and intensively, irrespective of the directions of the buildings. Commercial buildings have become energy suckers. The trend in 2021 would be not only to make such buildings aesthetically beautiful but also energy efficient. Q. Who and what inspires commercial architects and designers each time when they achieve ground-breaking architectural innovations that lend the fresh generation of buildings a slender and smart individuality. NATURE. It would become the biggest inspiration. 2021…
Q. The evolution with time. Describe the journey of women architects/interiors then and now? In the history of journey about women architects we cannot but discuss Zaha Hadid and how a trailblazer, she has been. State of women in architecture & interior architecture has made progress, but yet a long way to go, whilst the number of women, as clients, project-managers, specialized technical consultants & as architects’ is rising, architecture is still largely – a predominant male profession, as is the construction industry on the whole.Though it cannot be ignored for long, that the world architecture is increasingly witnessing women design…