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Mr. Ramprasad Akkisetti, Founding Managing Director, CCBA Designs, was invited on Tuesday, 17th of March 2026, to deliver a talk at the One Day Entrepreneurship Awareness Program (EAP), Exploring Horizons: Avenues after Graduation in Architecture. The event was hosted by the Bharati Vidyapeeth College of Architecture, Pune, in collaboration with the Council of Architecture and the Ministry of MSME, Government of India.

Ram interacted with the students on the topic “Future-Ready Architects: Skills, Technology and Market Trends.” He emphasized the learnings of Prof. Christopher Benninger, Founder, CCBA Designs, highlighting the importance of designing a structure called “Me”.

The visit also provided a valuable opportunity to interact with the faculty and exchange perspectives on architectural education and practice.

India House Art Gallery, Pune, reopens its doors after five years with the exhibition “Let A Thousand Flowers Bloom”, a celebration of drawing, painting, and photography inspired by Odissi dance.
The exhibition captures the beauty, rhythm, and poise of Odissi, as artists interpret its flowing movements and expressive gestures on canvas.
Following successful presentations in Chennai and Bhubaneswar, the exhibition now arrives in Pune, “Queen of the Deccan”. Bringing together 21 accomplished artists from Bhubaneswar, Chennai, and Malaysia, it fosters a vibrant Malaysia and India cultural dialogue through contemporary artistic expression.

Dates: Friday, 20 March 2026 – Wednesday, 25 March 2026
Launch: Friday, 20 March 2026 | 6:00 PM onwards
Location: India House Art Gallery, India House, Balewadi, Pune.

Come and immerse yourself in this unique celebration of dance, art, and cross-cultural dialogue.

India House Art Gallery, Pune, reopens its doors after five years with the exhibition “Let A Thousand Flowers Bloom”, a celebration of drawing, painting, and photography inspired by Odissi dance.

The exhibition captures the beauty, rhythm, and poise of Odissi, as artists interpret its flowing movements and expressive gestures on canvas.

Following successful presentations in Chennai and Bhubaneswar, the exhibition now arrives in Pune, “Queen of the Deccan”. Bringing together 21 accomplished artists from Bhubaneswar, Chennai, and Malaysia, it fosters a vibrant Malaysia and India cultural dialogue through contemporary artistic expression.

Dates: Friday, 20 March 2026 – Wednesday, 25 March 2026

Launch: Friday, 20 March 2026 | 6:00 PM onwards

Location: India House Art Gallery, India House, Balewadi, Pune.

Come and immerse yourself in this unique celebration of dance, art, and cross-cultural dialogue.

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Feeind I am sharing a vedio from yesterday when I was invited as the Chief Guest at the 3rd Annual Convocation of the College of Architecture, Vivekananda Educational Society (), Chembur, Mumbai, where I conferred degree certificates upon the graduating class of 2025–2026. Please see this 12 min vedio where I talk about powerful reflections from the life of Prof. Christopher Benninger, encouraging students to discover a deeper purpose in their professional journeys.
I spoke to the graduates about the importance of continuously developing skills, expanding knowledge, and nurturing tolerance in both professional and personal spheres. I also encouraged them to remain inclusive in their outlook, to respect diversity, and to always remember that we are all born equal.
Ram

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Ramprasad Akkisetti l College of Architecture, Vivekananda Educational Society Convocation 2026 Mr. Ramprasad Akkisetti, Managing Director of CCBA Designs, Pune, was invited as the Chief Guest at the 3rd Annual Convocation of the College of Architecture...

Mr. Ramprasad Akkisetti, Managing Director of CCBA Designs, Pune, was invited as the Chief Guest at the 3rd Annual Convocation of the College of Architecture, Vivekananda Educational Society, Chembur, Mumbai, where he conferred degree certificates upon the graduating class of 2025–2026.

In his inspiring address, he shared powerful reflections from the life of Prof. Christopher Benninger, encouraging students to discover a deeper purpose in their professional journeys. He also cited the profound example of architect Louis Kahn’s design of the Salk Institute, built to honor Dr. Jonas Salk’s selfless contribution in developing the polio vaccine, reminding graduates that meaningful architecture, like meaningful lives, is rooted in service to humanity.

He spoke to the graduates about the importance of continuously developing skills, expanding knowledge, and nurturing tolerance in both professional and personal spheres. He also encouraged them to remain inclusive in their outlook, to respect diversity, and to always remember that we are all born equal. There is no need to rush or run a rat race. As designers, the most important structure we must build first is the one called “Me.”

✨ Heartiest congratulations to the graduating class of 2025–2026! ✨
May you design not just buildings, but ideas, communities, and a future filled with integrity, creativity, and purpose. The world now awaits your vision.

Ramprasad Akkisetti l College of Architecture, Vivekananda Educational Society Convocation 2026 Mr. Ramprasad Akkisetti, Managing Director of CCBA Designs, Pune, was invited as the Chief Guest at the 3rd Annual Convocation of the College of Architecture...

| Vivekanand Education Society’s
College of Architecture |

EKISTICS
Hashu Advani Memorial: Lecture series

Date: 28th February 2026
Time: 9.00 AM Onwards
Venue: Atrium, 2nd Floor, VESCOA

Chief Guest:
MR. RAMPRASAD AKKISETTI
Managing Director, CCBA

| Vivekanand Education Society’s
College of Architecture |

Degree Distribution Ceremony 2025-26
3rd Convocation
February 28th, 2026

You are cordially invited to the grand convocation ceremony, honoring the remarkable achievement of our talented graduates.
Join us for a memorable day celebrating their academic journey, accomplishments and promising future of batch 2025-26 that lies ahead.

Chief Guest:
MR. RAMPRASAD AKKISETTI
Managing Director, CCBA

Date: 28th February 2026
Time: 9.00 AM Onwards
Venue: Atrium, 2nd Floor, VESCOA

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Dear friends,

I was invited to interview renowned South Korean architect Ar. Moon Hoon at Design Nexus, hosted by Mitesh Patange of Family Interiors and curated by Ar. Ravi Gadre. This exclusive conversation brought together us togather to explore architecture that challenges conventions and redefines spatial experience.

In this insightful dialogue, we discusses some of Moon Hoon’s most iconic works, including the Two Moon Building, the Wind House, and the South Korea Pavilion at the Dubai Expo 2025. The conversation delves into design philosophy, cultural context, experimentation with form, and the evolving role of architecture in shaping human experiences.

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Ramprasad Akkisetti in Conversation with Moon Hoon | Design Nexus Pune Mr. Ramprasad Akkisetti, Managing Director of CCBA Designs, was invited to interview renowned South Korean architect Ar. Moon Hoon at Design Nexus, held in P...