The ICFAI School of Architecture (ISArch), a constituent of The ICFAI Foundation for Higher Education, Hyderabad, organized a “One-Day National Conference on AI in Architecture: From Vision to Reality” at Hotel Abode, Lakdikapul, Hyderabad, on October 7, 2025. Eminent academics and practitioners from the fields of architecture, civil engineering, and allied fields gathered to discuss the future potential of artificial intelligence in reshaping the design and construction industry. Ar. Shirish Beri graced the occasion as the Guest of Honour.
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The event was attended by a large gathering of practicing Architects, Interior designers, Academicians, and professionals from the construction industry.
1. Reimagining Design Paradigms in the Age of AI
2. Artificial Imagination: New Frontiers of Conceptualization
3. AI in Design Evolution: Sustainability and Cultural Continuity
4. From Digital Vision to Built Reality: Constructability of AI-Generated Forms.
Ar. Shirish Beri, in his speech, warned how, despite the various advantages, AI lacks emotional intelligence, cultural sensitivity, and ethical judgment- qualities that are essential in human life as well as in architecture as a human-centered discipline. According to him, AI is a double-edged sword where it can be a boon or a bane to all entire mankind. He concluded with the fact that Responsible or Ethical AI starts with or can happen only with ethical humans.
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The event featured an address by AI expert Ar. Sahil Tanveer, who talked about AI not as a replacement for craft but as an amplifier of the architectural students’ voice, their vision, and their role in shaping reality. He discussed how AI has evolved from tool to collaborator, how architecture education should evolve around it, and how workflows once bound to professional studios are now accessible to students. Finally, he presented case studies from his research and practice.
Eminent academician Ar. Subin Jameel discussed how AI can be integrated into academia, how AI is going to influence the future of architecture through the rethinking of the sketching process, model-making process, and design production process. He emphasized the cyclical process of design where AI influences the user and vice versa.
Expert on AI, Ar. Surabhi Kumari discussed how AI can be utilized to enhance students' vocabulary in the field of architecture. She discussed how AI can be integrated with sustainable and culturally rooted practices through examples from Various Sectors, Including Hospitality, residential, urban landscapes, and the Arts. She also warned about bias in training data, loss of authorship, and the Sustainability paradox.
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Monish Siripurapu, architect and entrepreneur, elaborated on how nature, sustainability, craft, and workmanship can be combined, and what the potential of Al in urban planning is through the use of big data. He also discussed a Hybrid Workflow, which blends human and AI.
Dr Ravi Rao briefed about the topic of Vedic Astrology for Global Student- Revolutionizing Astrology Education. He discussed about AI-Driven, Multilingual Approach to Global Learning. Dr Massimo Vianello, international advisor to the School, expressed that AI will impact our lives in a way that is unpredictable today. He focused on the most pertinent question about AI and Architectural education. In this new era of AI, is the Architect a maker of excellence, or he/she has just become a mere user in the middle of a chain of production? He ended with a question: is AI Pharmakon, i.e., is it a remedy or a poison? Dr S. Vijaya Lakshmi, Registrar, ICFAI, Hyderabad, delivered the inaugural address initially.
On this occasion, a biography of the Founder of the ICFAI Group, Shri N J Yasaswy, “First. Forever” was released by Smt. N Sobharani Yasaswy, the Chairperson of ICFAI Society.
The vote of thanks was proposed by the Principal, Dr. Mahendra Sonwane, ISArch. The event was sponsored by prominent brands such as Jaquar, KMV Group, MYK Arment, and VEKA.
About ICFAI Foundation for Higher Education (IFHE): The ICFAI Foundation for Higher Education (IFHE) is a Deemed-to-be University under Section 3 of the UGC Act 1956. About 6,500 students are pursuing various programs in the Faculty of Management (ICFAI Business School), Faculty of Science & Technology (IcfaiTech), Faculty of Law (ICFAI Law School) and ICFAI School of Architecture, and ICFAI School of Social Science. NAAC, an autonomous institute of the University Grants Commission, has also accredited the University with ‘A++’ Grade with an impressive score (institutional CGPA) of 3.59 out of 4.
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The online format allows you to pursue an MBA while balancing work and other commitments. You can study at your own pace and schedule. Online programs are often cheaper than traditional MBA programs. ICFAI University has a long history of offering management education programs. The program is designed specifically for working professionals, so the curriculum and coursework might be tailored to your needs.
Verify the accreditation of the specific ICFAI University offering the online MBA program you're considering. Accreditation is important for job prospects and transfer credits. ICFAI University campuses have varying reputations. Research the specific campus offering the program. Online programs lack the face-to-face interaction and networking opportunities offered by traditional MBA programs. Online programs require strong self-discipline and time management skills to stay on track.
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Choosing the best university for your undergraduate studies depends on various factors, especially if you're aiming for a specific branch of engineering. ICFAI University offers a B.Tech program with eligibility requirements of at least 60% marks in Class 12, including Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, and English. Admissions are based on the ATIT or JEE scores, followed by a counseling process. On the other hand, KL University Hyderabad boasts a strong placement record, with notable companies like CISCO, TATA, Amazon, Wipro, and others offering placements to its graduates, with the highest package reaching INR 20 LPA.
This suggests that while ICFAI may focus on admission criteria and standardized test scores, KL University Hyderabad shines in its industry connections and placement opportunities for its students. Ultimately, the choice between the two would depend on your priorities, whether it's securing admission in your desired branch or maximizing your career prospects post-graduation.
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