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Connect October
2023
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Welcome to the latest edition of our architectural newsletter! KA Connect is a quarterly snapshot of
our practice which includes recently completed projects, ideas emerging from the studio and critical
issues on the built environment that concern us. In this issue, we touch upon a wide range of
topics, from residential design, luxury housing,
knowledge building, materials and sustainability.
In our first two sections, we take a look at two very different residential projects: one is a built
project located in a dense urban setting and the other is a project currently under design located
on the fringes of a golf course with almost endless space around it. It is interesting to see how
the designs of these two projects respond to their respective contexts. At KA, we love to work
across all spectrums of residential architecture - from High-density infill projects to Luxury
Condominiums to sprawling Estates. Irrespective of the scale of the project, our approach remains
process driven, always listening closely to our clients and reading the site attributes
carefully.
The news section offers glimpses into life at KA and us as professionals. We are conscious about our
role towards sustainable developments and understand the need of creating a strong knowledge base to
enable this further. This led to KA aiding spirited individuals for green certification. Apart from
our internal initiatives, we also participate in industry talks and events where we lend support to
our clients and stakeholders in realizing their environmental goals. We believe that by working
together, we can create a more sustainable future for our planet.
In our commitment of creating strong professionals and inculcate our values and work ethos right
down to every individual, we have initiated KA mentorship program. Its these interventions which
keep us close knit as we grow as an organisation. While we continue to hone ourselves, it's
encouraging to receive recognition for our efforts. We are delighted to share four awards bestowed
on projects which are close to our hearts.
Hope you enjoy the read. Do feel free to reach out to us for any feedback or suggestions on the
content. We are always listening.
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Built Works
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Lodha
Primo
Parel
Lodha Primo is a standalone residential tower situated on a very tight corner plot in Parel
Mumbai. The site offered a major orientation challenge on account of another structure right to
its north as a part of the overall redevelopment scheme. This limitation led to the key design
move of orienting all the habitable spaces & face them towards other three directions. Tower core
was in-turn planned towards the adjacent building.
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On the Boards
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SP
Gofland
Bavdhan, Pune
Situated in the northwest part of Pune, this project is a part of large integrated township
oriented around one of India's largest golf courses. We are featuring a cluster of four buildings
which are located at the edge of this golf course and thus aptly christened as 'Golf Land'. The
site for these buildings has the advantage of being slightly elevated, allowing it to offer a
fantastic view of the golf course on one side while having hill-views on the other.
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News
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KA Sustainability Credentials
At KA, sustainability isn't just a buzzword - we are deeply committed to nurturing
sustainability knowledge. Initiation of the 'Sustainability Credentials Sponsorship program'
is a clear reflection of our dedication to promoting sustainability awareness and sustainable
practices in our firm.
Our Sustainability Credentials Sponsorship Program is designed to empower the next generation
of architects with the knowledge, skills, and resources they need to champion sustainability
in their projects. With this program, we aim to equip budding architects with the tools to create
innovative, eco-friendly designs.
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RMI-Lodha Sustainability Conclave
In September 2023, Lodha Developers and US-based Rocky Mountain Institute (RMI) hosted a Developers 2-day
Sustainability Conclave, uniting 200 visionaries dedicated to reshaping India's built
environment towards a net-zero carbon future.
Kiran, Riyaz & Savin represented KA at this conclave. The aim of this conference was to bring
together the experts and industry leaders under one roof to ignite a global paradigm shift in
sustainable urban development. Attendees carried forth a renewed commitment and some practical
strategies to drive impactful change in their respective sectors. This Conclave attempts to be
a nexus where innovation meets implementation, initiating a series of sustainable initiatives
that will resonate across cities, nations, and continents, laying the foundation for a
harmonious coexistence between urbanisation and the environment.
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Small Talk with Avante Facades
As design professional we collectively need to push beyond the normal palette of materials to
create inspired facades that will have a long legacy, not only on the skyline of cities, but
also add to the fabric of our built environment. Avante Facades have been a leading facade
consultancy firm with innovation & collaboration as their corner stones. We were delighted to have
Gregory Romine from Avante to come and share his vision, knowledge & experience with us.
Embracing emerging and adaptive technologies in materials keeps us sharp & paves a path
towards improved aesthetics, performance, and sustainable design.
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KA Mentoring Program 2023-24: Fostering Growth and Innovation
In the dynamic world of architecture, continuous learning and professional development are
paramount. To empower our team and drive innovation, we're proud to introduce our 'Mentoring
program'. The program focuses on professionals across the spectrum & provides a conducive
environment to share their wealth of knowledge including design principles, project management
strategies, and industry insights. The program fosters stronger relationships among team
members. Collaborative efforts and shared experiences build a sense of unity and camaraderie.
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Kiran Kapadia speaks at ZAK World of Facades | South Asia
Zak World of Facades is a global conference focusing on the latest trends and technological
advances in facade design and engineering with domain experts and eminent speakers presenting
their ideas. Kiran Kapadia was invited as a panellist to share his perspective on challenges
in designing High-Rise Buildings with curtain walls. With high-density & high-rise
developments becoming a need of the hour, the discussion focused on some key design issues
which impacts the industry at large.
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Project Launch: Lodha Vero at Matunga, Mumbai
Art Deco style is known for its precise and clear lines, geometric shapes and bold scale of
patterns. The design of this new tall high-rise building is inspired by this Art Deco style
that is built to high specifications and pleasant proportions to create a landmark in the
skyline of mid town Mumbai. By blending classic Art Deco design elements in a contemporary framework the building provides a one-of-a-kind living experience that is both classic
and modern. Built on a long rectangular plot the tower layouts wrap around a Jain temple as
its focal point and its community anchor.
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'Residential Luxury Project of the Year 2023'
We are delighted to share that Modern Vivarea, designed by Kapadia Associates for K Raheja
Corp, has received the 'Residential Luxury Project of the Year 2023' Award at the prestigious
15th Realty+ Excellence Awards 2023 - West. Located in Mahalaxmi, the project has been
envisaged as a high-end development offering grandeur and a splendid Mahalaxmi racecourse view.
The award is a testament towards our commitment to deliver bespoke designs which elevate &
redefine luxury.
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CNBC Awaaz 14th Real Estate Awards- West Zone
We are thrilled to announce that two of our projects with Lodha Developers and one with
Shapoorji Pallonji Group have been recognised as winners at the CNBC_Awaaz 14th
Real Estate Awards - West Zone. Lodha Seamont has been awarded the Best Residential Project under the Ultra Luxury Segement while Lodha Palava along with SP Joyville at Virar
have been awarded under the Affordable Housing category. We heartly congratulate all the
teams involved in these projects!!
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