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We recently caught up with Ar. Shripal Munshi from Shripal & Banker Architects at the Smart Design Conclave & Awards in Chennai. He shared his thoughts on the event, emphasizing its high content and insightful nature, suggesting more such interactions would be beneficial. This interaction highlights the best new music and trends in architectural design. 🎤✨

What does the future of architecture really look like?

Ar. Anoop Menon, architect and faculty at SRM IST Chennai, puts it beautifully — "Architecture lives in memories. So you create memories, architecture has to support these memories. We have to design for people. That's where the future lies."

🏛️ Caught up with him at the Smart Design Conclave & Awards, Chennai, where some of the brightest minds in design and architecture came together for a truly inspiring exchange of ideas.

A short reel, but a powerful reminder of why we build — not just spaces, but experiences that people carry with them for a lifetime. ✨

🎤 Presented at: Smart Design Conclave & Awards | Chennai 🏫 Featured: Ar. Anoop Menon — SRM IST Chennai

Every great design starts with a conversation. 🗣️✨

We sat down with Anas Khan of Diamond Frames at the Smart Design Conclave & Awards — 17th Edition, Chennai to hear his thoughts on the evolving world of design, materials, and innovation. 🏆

With leading names from across the industry under one roof — from Panasonic and Kohler to Dorma Kaba and Roca — this edition was a true celebration of architectural excellence and creative vision.

— 🎙️ Organised by Building Material Reporter | Event Partner: ‪Smartex

Ar. Amin Nayyar shares his positive experience at the Smart Design Conclave Awards, highlighting the thought-provoking discussions and interesting intellectuals present. He emphasizes the value of such events for career advice and the exchange of knowledge in the fields of interior design and home design. The event provided valuable design tips and discussions relevant to structural engineering.

When the best minds in design share a stage, the conversation shifts from trends to transformation. 🏛️✨

Ar. Hiloni Sutaria, Founder & Lead Architect at HSC Designs, took centre stage at Havells' Design to Define – Ahmedabad, diving deep into one of the most relevant themes in contemporary design: "Redefining Exclusivity — Personalisation as the New Luxury."

From context-driven architecture to spaces that genuinely respond to how people live — Hiloni's perspective reminded us that true luxury isn't about price tags, it's about meaning. 💡

Presented by Havells | Organised by Building Material Reporter

Bringing together the brightest minds in architecture to shape the future of luxury and personalisation. 🏛️✨

At the Design to Define event in Ahmedabad, Havells VP Partha Karmakar speaks on why listening to the architect community isn't just good practice — it's at the heart of everything they do. From industry insights to the unveiling of Apogee, their brand-new top-of-the-line switch range, Havells is proving that great design starts with great conversations.

Because when you understand the challenges, you can truly define the solutions. 💡

One idea from one conference. Implemented. Made all the difference. 💡

Ar. Shilpa Jain says it best — events like Design to Define aren't just about product launches. They're about giving architects a rare space to meet fellow professionals, have real conversations, and walk away with something genuinely implementable.

Because beyond clients and contractors, who else do architects really get to talk to?

Big up to Havells‬ for going beyond the aesthetics and showing the depth of design — and to ‪ Material Reporter for building the platform that makes these conversations happen. 🙌🏽

"Marvelous. Knowledge-packed. Delightful." — and that's coming from someone who's attended TWICE! 🏛️

✨ Ar. Avinash Ghai of Avishkaar shares why the Design to Define conclave keeps bringing the best minds in architecture back for more. 💡

📍 Lucknow | Presented by Havells | Organised by Building Material Reporter

The "Design Define" event at The Leela brought together creative minds for discussions on architecture and interior design. This gathering, featuring panel discussions on "Redefining Exclusivity" and "Designing for the Next Decade," offered valuable design ideas and insights into home design.

It was a fantastic opportunity for professionals to explore the evolving career of an architect and the latest trends in home decor, all presented by Havells‬ and Building Material Reporter.