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Professor — Dept. of Architecture
Specialized knowledge spanning traditional and contemporary architecture
Highlighting major contributions to architecture, research, and academic leadership
Serving as Associate Professor and Head of Department at School of Planning and Architecture, Vijayawada since 2024. Previously served as Assistant Professor for 14 years (2010-2024).
PhD from SPA Vijayawada (2021) focused on occupation and rural built form. Extensive research on vernacular architecture, cultural influences on housing, and sustainable design practices.
Recipient of IASTEM Excellent Paper Award at Paris International Conference (2023). Indo Asian Distinguished Architect Award (2020). Regular speaker at international conferences across multiple continents.
Joint Honourable Secretary of Indian Institute of Architects, Andhra Pradesh Chapter (2023). Executive Committee Member and active contributor to professional architectural bodies.
Principal investigator and team member for multiple significant research projects including Building Inclusive Urban Communities (₹35 lakhs) and housing typology documentation projects.
Dr. Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan Best Faculty Award (2021). Best Session Paper awards at international conferences. Commendation Prize for Monument Design Competition for Amaravati Capital City (2016).
A distinguished career spanning academia, research, and professional practice
Extensive contributions to architectural research and scholarly discourse
Recognition for outstanding contributions to architecture and education