By Sreejita Talukdar, Content Writer, Homes

Architectural Marvels of India: New Testament of Modern Design

From early stages of Harappan Civilization to Taj Mahal to modern contemporary architectural monument and buildings, India has come a long way. The evolving history of India's economic scenario, the construction industry is emerging as a driving force for growth, innovation and change. This dynamic sector plays a key role in shaping the country's future, contributing significantly to economic prosperity. At the heart of this economic symphony is the construction industry, a triggering force that transcends traditional boundaries. By exploring the multifaceted dimensions of this vital sector, we unravel the threads that weave together India's economic landscape. If we look at the path of evolution of construction and infrastructure of India, it gives us great pleasure to witness the diverse progress of this sector. As engineering science has entered this segment, it executed each of the designs with versatility, uniqueness and stability and bolstered up India’s infrastructure and economic development.

Leveraging technology, sustainable practices, and craftsmanship with the essence of modernity, creativity and innovation, Indian Architecture will bear the flag of its pride till the eternity.

Surat Diamond Bourse: This building is the largest office building across the world which is a one stop destination for more than 65,000 diamond professionals, including cutters, polishers and traders. The building is designed on a vast area of 6.7 million square foot, designed by acclaimed architect and designer Manit Rastogi, the founding partner of architecture firm Morphogenesis. The whole construction is worth of Rs. 3400 crore.

The whole structure is featuring a succession of nine rectangular structures spilling out from the common link called ‘spine’.

It houses nearly 4500 trading offices and can accommodate 67,000 professionals. Each of the office building will have 8 ft. wide office corridors, 13 ft. floor height, and the ground floor height being graceful, 19 ft.

There are total 131 elevators with a speed of 3 meters/sec, each connected to the 24 ft. wide spine corridor. The complex has 9 interconnected towers, each has 15 floors.

This building achieved platinum ranking from the Indian Green Building Council (IGBC) for its in-built indoor natural air conditioning system by circulating chilled water under the floors.

Surat Diamond Bourse Landscape, also known as Panchtatva, which is affectionately adorned with beautiful sculptures, fountains, and landscaped gardens that create a serene and aesthetically pleasing environment.

This International Trading Center was designed to bolster India’s sophisticated market in diamond trading.

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