Lab

Our research group is structured around a multi-scalar research framework that connects macro-level urban-regional systems with micro-level architectural and building-scale design interventions. The framework aligns with the broader goals of sustainable infrastructure, inclusive urban development, and institutional partnerships, reflecting the relevance of SDG 9, SDG 11, and SDG 17.

At the macro scale, the group focuses on digital twin approaches, geospatial analytics, location intelligence, and urban analytics to understand complex urban and regional systems. These methods support the digital replication and analysis of cities, infrastructure networks, and built assets, enabling evidence-based decision-making for urban and regional planning and infrastructure development.

At the micro scale, the framework extends into building-level and architectural design applications through BIM, parametric design, generative design, and AI-driven design feature recognition. These approaches support data-driven design development, quality-of-life assessment, and performance-oriented architectural interventions.

The framework is organized across three major scales: regional, urban, and building levels, with architectural plans serving as the design foundation. It identifies a progression from observed research trends to defined research areas and overarching objectives. These objectives include exploring the wider impacts of digital transformation in Indian urban-regional contexts, assessing the role of digital twins in improving infrastructure efficiency, estimating quality-of-life implications through parametric and data-driven design tools, and evaluating the application of advanced design techniques in architecture.

Together, the framework positions the research group as an interdisciplinary platform for integrating digital transformation, urban analytics, parametric design, and architectural innovation. It aims to generate scalable research, tools, and design methodologies for addressing emerging challenges in cities, infrastructure, and the built environment.