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Shaping Future Architects Through Design Mentorship

bySoumitro GhoshOffice in Koramangala; Urban projects across IndiaStarts from₹550 per sq. ft. of built-up areaView full gallery

Teaching is a responsibility to continue the architectural conversation. I engage with students in urban design studios and workshops, tackling real-world challenges from historic forts to busy bazaars.

A video showing the process of an urban design studio, from initial site analysis and sketches to student reviews. This is where theoretical knowledge meets practical application, mentoring the next generation of city makers.

The poster for an expert class I conducted, titled "A Place for All | A place for some". This theme is central to my teaching on public architecture, exploring how to design spaces that serve both the collective and the individual.

In deep discussion with students and fellow faculty at SEED Kochi. These intense review sessions are crucial for challenging students to think critically about their design proposals and the context they are working in.

A review session where students present their work. My role as a mentor is to listen, question, and guide them in developing their architectural voice and understanding of urban complexities.

Presenting at a "seed scape" event. Sharing my own journey and projects is part of the teaching process, offering students a real world perspective on the practice of architecture.

An outdoor review space constructed with bamboo at SEED Kochi. The learning environment itself can be an object of design and inspiration, demonstrating principles of temporary and sustainable structures.

A fellow architect and mentor examines a student's detailed urban analysis board. Peer review and collaborative critique are fundamental aspects of architectural education that I actively foster.

Intricate architectural models created by students for an urban design project. These models are essential tools for understanding scale, form, and the spatial relationships within a complex urban site.

A student presents their design proposal during a design charette at CARE School of Architecture. These intensive workshops are designed to stimulate creative thinking and rapid problem solving.

A senior architect shares his insights during a student presentation. Bringing diverse professional voices into the academic studio enriches the learning experience for everyone involved.

About Shaping Future Architects

My design studios go beyond standard pedagogy. We treat the city as our classroom, often focusing on complex sites like historic canal edges or bustling bazaar districts. I encourage students to move past simple digital drawings, pushing them to explore materiality through hands-on metal etching or large-scale physical modeling to truly understand the spatial relationships we study.

Mentoring architecture students across India. — Approved by the tribe
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Soumitro Ghosh

Office in Koramangala; Urban projects across IndiaStarts from ₹550 per sq. ft. of built-up area

I am an architect based in Bengaluru, where I treat design as a collaborative dialogue. Whether I am working on public cultural spaces or mentoring students, I believe that architecture is a way to make a socio-political comment and a reminder of our responsibility to the community.

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Guiding students through a complex mapping exercise. Mentorship is about providing direction while allowing students the space to explore their own ideas and develop their unique perspectives on urban design.

Education and Mentorship in Heritage Conservation

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Speaking on Tall Building Constructions at the Concrete Day Celebration in Lucknow. It was a privilege to share my experience and interact with students, whose curious minds are the true foundation of our field.
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A closer view from my talk at the Design Manthan conference. It is always a pleasure to engage with fellow professionals and exchange ideas on how we can collectively shape a better-built environment.

Advancing Architectural Thought and Mentorship

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The official invitation for my keynote address at REVA Rachana 2023, an exhibition of student works at REVA University with the theme of 'Women in Architecture'. It is an honor to be invited to share my journey and work with the next generation.23
The ceremonial lighting of the lamp to inaugurate the Reva Rachna exhibition. These traditions are a meaningful start to a day of sharing and celebrating the hard work of students.
A group photograph with the students and faculty of REVA University. The energy and enthusiasm of so many young minds is truly inspiring and gives me great hope for the future of architecture.
Interacting with students and faculty while viewing the exhibition at REVA University. Seeing the promising work and high ethical standards of the students was a highlight of the day.

Architectural Lectures, Juries & Academic Engagement

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Meeta Jain ArchitectsAvailable Online; In-person sessions at Sanjayanagar Studio
Every event is a spark for new thinking. For us, public engagements and design dialogues are moments of exchange and insight, pushing us to see design through a wider lens and rethink how we shape the built environment.7
We believe big ideas do not happen in silence. Presenting our work and engaging in public discourse at industry events like this one is crucial for the growth of our practice and the architectural community as a whole.
Listening to different voices shapes better design. Here, one of our partners speaks at the WADE ASIA ArchiDesign event, sharing our perspective and contributing to a broader conversation about the future of architecture.
Partner Akanksha Gupta presenting the Vedanya School project at the WADE ASIA event. Showcasing our work on a platform with such diverse and meaningful projects was a truly enriching experience for our team.

Architectural Insights, Awards, and Industry Contributions

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Vijay Gupta ArchitectsTakes projects across India; Visit office in Nehru Place, New Delhi
Our partner, Vijay Dahiya, participating as a panellist at the Smart Office Summit 2025. He discussed the importance of reinterpreting global workplace standards to reflect India's unique cultural and contextual realities.12
Our partner, Sanjay Bhardwaj, speaking at a panel discussion at the Indian Institute of Art & Design (IIAD). The topic, "Is reductive design the future?", explored how simplicity and restraint are shaping contemporary design.

Our Team and Architectural Thought Leadership

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Team3Takes projects across India; Visit studio in Lado Sarai, New Delhi
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A rendering of a proposed rooftop restaurant as part of our conceptual design for the Russell Market upgrade. The design aimed to create new public amenities and commercial spaces to ensure the market's continued vitality.
Our proposal for a new, modern meat and fish market on the upper floors of the reimagined Russell Market. The design features clean, hygienic surfaces and large windows to create a bright and pleasant environment.
The interior of the 'Wonder on Wheels' bus, a pro-bono project we assisted with to create a mobile classroom. We designed a flexible interior with modular furniture to provide a safe and engaging learning environment for children of daily laborers.

Community and Pro-Bono Architectural Work

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