Architecture

Pragathi Chandramouli Pragathi holds a Master of Architecture from UMass Amherst and is passionate about creating sustainable, people-centric spaces. A former Solar Decathlon finalist, she blends imagination, technical knowledge, and innovation to deliver environmentally responsive design solutions.

Pornima Buddhivant Pornima is a graduate of the Rachana Sansad’s Academy of Architecture, Mumbai and holds a Master’s degree in Environmental Architecture from Dr. Bhanuben Nanavati College of Architecture, Pune. She currently works as an Assistant Professor at the Thakur School of Architecture and Planning, Mumbai and is also an Executive Committee member at [...]

Samar Iquebal Samar has been involved with SDI since his second year of architecture, shaping his interest in low-carbon and sustainable design. Having led teams twice across three SDI cycles, he brings strong technical and leadership experience to the TRG.

Pavithra Raj J S Pavithra is a sustainable architect with a solid foundation in both industry and research, currently working at AECOM EC India. With a year of industry experience and another year dedicated to research, has authored five research papers and holds a patent in ergonomic furniture design. Her expertise and passion extend [...]

Tanisha Agal Tanisha is an architecture graduate from SPA Delhi and former team lead and water sustainability expert for Team Hidayat at SDI 2023. She works as a Junior Architect at Sobha Realty, Dubai, and previously worked at IRD. She is a LEED Green Associate.

Mrunal Joglekar Mrunal is a passionate and skilled architect dedicated to integrating sustainable design principles into the built environment with a deep understanding of environmental impact and a commitment to creating ecologically responsible spaces. She strives to merge aesthetics with sustainability and aims to deliver environmentally conscious solutions that harmonise with their surroundings and [...]

Divy Vora Divy is an Environmental Designer at Atelier Ten, London, specialising in passive design strategies and environmental performance. He holds an M.Arch in Sustainable Environmental Design from the Architectural Association. He also teaches as a Design Tools Tutor at the AA, where he supports M.Arch and MSc students in integrating environmental analysis into [...]

Anushka Rudrabhate Anushka is an architect passionate about sustainable and green design, currently working as a Sustainability Consultant at Buro Happold India. She specialises in Green building certification, Building Performance analysis, building life cycle analysis, outdoor thermal comfort studies, Daylighting, and Renewable Energy Systems and is proficient in Energy modelling and Architecture Design software. [...]

Archana P K Archana is a Sustainability Consultant at Ecofirst Services Limited and holds an M.Arch in Energy Efficient and Sustainable Architecture from NIT Trichy. She works on energy and daylight modelling, green certification, and performance-oriented design. She was part of the finalist team Climate Smart in the Construction Worker Housing Division at SDI. [...]

Vaishnavi Janakiram Vaishnavi has a deep passion for architecture, especially in passive design and mechanical systems integration. She is dedicated to guiding participants and sharing her expertise to foster innovative, sustainable solutions. Her recent work experience as a green consultant has further enhanced her knowledge of sustainable design and technical approaches. [...]