Author: Editorial Desk

At the ET Realty Real Estate Conclave & Awards 2026, Anuj Puri, Chairman of ANAROCK, moderated a forward-looking panel discussion on “Redevelopment and Urban Renewal: Transforming the Future of Indian Cities.” The session explored how redevelopment is rapidly emerging as a critical lever to unlock land value, modernize aging infrastructure, and create sustainable, future-ready urban ecosystems. As Indian cities face rising density and infrastructure stress, structured renewal frameworks are increasingly central to long-term real estate growth. The dialogue underscored the need for collaborative planning, stakeholder alignment, and policy support to accelerate India’s next phase of urban transformation. Industry voices including…

STV has announced its 2026–2028 Strategic Plan, outlining a focused roadmap designed to convert recent expansion into sustained leadership across the architecture, engineering, and construction (AEC) landscape. Over the past three years, the firm has strengthened its workforce, expanded geographically, and diversified its service portfolio. These tangible gains now form the backbone of a forward-looking strategy aimed at reinforcing operational excellence and deepening client partnerships President and CEO Gregory Kelly emphasized that the plan builds on proven achievements while positioning STV to navigate evolving infrastructure and design demands with clarity and technical rigor. The strategy also reflects contributions from senior…

In a significant hashtag#Leadership development, Tata Projects has promoted Shirley Burla to the role of Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO). Having been with the organisation for nearly three years, Shirley previously served as Vice President & Head HR – Energy and Industrial Business. Her elevation reflects a strong track record in driving strategic hashtag#HumanResources initiatives across complex, large-scale infrastructure and industrial environments. With over 25 years of global HR leadership experience, she brings deep expertise spanning semiconductor facilities, giga factories, data centres, refineries, green fuels, roads, bridges, integrated rail and metro systems, commercial buildings, airports, power generation, transmission and distribution,…

Sotheby’s International Realty recently marked a landmark moment at the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE), as President and Chief Executive Officer Philip White participated in the Opening Bell ceremony. The event was led by Robert Reffkin, CEO of Compass International Holdings, commemorating a pivotal development within the global real estate sector. The ceremony celebrated the merger between Compass and Anywhere Real Estate Inc., signaling the beginning of a new strategic chapter for the combined organization and reinforcing the ongoing consolidation trend among leading brokerage networks. A Defining Moment for Brokerage Consolidation The merger reflects broader structural shifts within the global…

Global architecture and design firm HOK has marked a significant milestone with the ribbon cutting of its newly relocated St. Louis studio at 701 Market Street. The move reinforces the firm’s enduring connection to downtown St. Louis—the city where it was founded more than seven decades ago—and signals a renewed long-term investment in the urban core. The opening ceremony was led by HOK Co-CEO and St. Louis Design Principal Eli Hoisington, who reflected on how the new studio embodies the firm’s values, culture, and forward-looking vision. He emphasized that the space has been intentionally designed to bring together talent, emerging…

Perkins&Will has announced the appointment of Lisa Pike as Higher Education Practice Leader for its London studio, reinforcing the firm’s commitment to shaping future-ready learning environments. Strengthening Higher Education Expertise An architect, strategist, and regenerative design advocate, Lisa brings more than 15 years of global experience supporting higher education institutions through complex estate transformations and evolving academic models across the UK and internationally. Her expertise spans campus strategy, spatial innovation, and long-term resilience planning — helping universities align their physical environments with institutional vision, sustainability goals, and changing student expectations. Designing Beyond the Classroom At a time when universities are…

At Anji Grand Theater, that spirit becomes space. The design draws from the emotion of the bamboo leaf its strength in stillness, its quiet dialogue with nature. The performance and landscape are one, reflecting a harmony between people and place. Now entering its final stages of construction, the theater continues to grow from the land that inspired it

The Beverly Willis Architecture Foundation (BWAF) has appointed Phoebe Yee, AIA, as its new Board Chair, marking a significant leadership transition for one of the country’s leading organizations dedicated to advancing women in architecture and the built environment. Yee steps into the role after serving on the board for five years and shadowing former Chair Angelica Baccon, Principal at SHoP Architects, over the past year. Leadership Backed by Design and Development Expertise Yee currently serves as Executive Vice President of Design at Related California, where she has spent more than two decades overseeing large-scale residential, mixed-use, and mixed-income developments across…

STV has been recognised as Employer of the Year by the WTS Greater New York Chapter, underscoring the firm’s sustained efforts to build an inclusive workplace and champion the advancement of women across the transportation and infrastructure sectors. The award was presented at the chapter’s annual meeting and awards dinner, celebrating organisations that demonstrate measurable impact in recruitment, professional development, mentorship, and leadership growth. Recognition Rooted in Inclusive Growth The Employer of the Year distinction honours companies with a strong track record of hiring and promoting women, supporting continuing education, and fostering mentorship and internship opportunities. For STV, the recognition…

The Mixed-Use Development at Guwahati, commissioned by SMJDB Group, represents a strategically composed architectural response to its urban context. With a built-up area of 1,30,000 sq. ft., the completed project integrates a retail block and a 118-key hotel within a cohesive design framework. The development demonstrates how two distinct built forms can function independently while complementing each other architecturally and operationally. Architectural Concept and Site Response The project comprises two primary components: A retail block at the arrival edge A hotel block positioned toward the rear The retail block is conceived as a transparent, welcoming structure along the arterial road,…