Theory of architectural design; global practices amid local milieu

Abstract

It has been a great experience to interact and listen to famous personalities as key note speakers such as; Ar. Shirish Beri, Ar. Yatin Pandya, Ar. Rajendra, Ar. J. K. Gupta, Ar. Ram satish, Ar. Kalhan Matto and many more. Some 65 papers were presented during the conference in 09 parallel sessions and proceedings were published by McGra-Hills publishers. I have presented 01 paper on my research area (Slum typology, dwellers aspirations and public housing in India). I was fortunate to Chair one of the technical session. Conference have also provided opportunity to attend workshops related to Hill Architecture by Nilanjan Bhowal and Vernacular architecture by Debasish Borah followed by heritage walk of Jammu where we visited few places of historical importance. Being adjunct professor of SMVDU, I was part of review committee and reviewed few papers for the conference. I have also delivered a Guest-lecture in the department of Architecture on 18th April. This invited lecture benefited me to get free stay in campus and travelling expanses during the conference as well.