Reimagining the Future of Architecture: A Vision for Tomorrow

July 2025

Rashmi Tiwari, President, IIID-Thane in conversation with Senior Architect Shri Sandeep Shikhre

Your perspective on the future?

As we look to the future, it's clear that architecture will play a pivotal role in shaping the world we live in. With cities becoming increasingly dense, climate change looming large, and societal needs evolving rapidly, architects and designers are faced with the daunting task of creating spaces that are not only functional and livable but also sustainable and inspiring.

Optimizing Urban Space

One of the key challenges facing architects today is how to optimize urban space. With cities growing at an unprecedented rate, it's essential that we reimagine compact spaces to remain functional, livable, and architecturally inspiring. This can be achieved by keeping an eye on carbon numbers while designing, engaging with users, and embracing innovative materials like glass.

Balancing Tradition and Modernity

Another crucial aspect of future architecture is balancing tradition and modernity. As architects, we need to seamlessly weave cultural identity into contemporary designs, especially in a global landscape that often favors uniformity. By maintaining uniqueness and individuality, we can create spaces that are not only functional but also reflective of the communities they serve.

Designing for a Changing World

Given the uncertainties posed by climate change and shifting societal needs, it's essential that future-ready architectural blueprints prioritize flexibility and resilience. This can be achieved by designing spaces that are adaptable and sustainable, such as flats without walls that can be divided as needed.

Sustainable Architecture

Sustainability will be a key driver of future architectural design. By embracing sustainable design philosophies, we can create buildings and spaces that not only minimize their impact on the environment but also promote a healthier and more sustainable way of living.

Personal Views

If I could redesign any famous building for the future, I would choose to redesign parking spaces, as they will become redundant in the future. One futuristic concept I'm passionate about implementing in my upcoming projects is minimalism, as I believe that less is always more.

Quick Fun Round

Minimalism or maximalism — which will dominate the future?
Minimalism

Favorite futuristic material you're excited about?
Glass

Sketch on paper or design on screen — your first instinct even today?
Sketching, giving shape from the base

Concluding Remarks:

By embracing these principles and philosophies, we can create a future where architecture is not just functional but also sustainable, inspiring, and reflective of our values as a society.

~ Ms.   Rashmi Tiwari,
Chairperson, Indian Institute of Interior Designers, Thane Chapter

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