College of Architecture Trivandrum

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Design reviews took a step beyond the drawing board as College of Architecture Trivandrum conducted its recent studio jury in Virtual Reality.

Students and jurors experienced projects from the inside out — navigating spaces, understanding scale, and engaging in discussions through an immersive digital lens. The VR jury offered a dynamic and interactive way to explore design, reflecting a learning environment that evolves with technology.

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Unmasking Kanyakumari

Kanyakumari, situated at the confluence of the Bay of Bengal, the Indian Ocean and the Arabian sea at the southernmost tip of the Indian subcontinent, is named after the eponymous goddess. As a historically rooted, religiously vibrant coastal town with an economy driven by tourism, fishing and agriculture, Kanyakumari has tightly knit communities, numerous architectural landmarks, a sensitive but diverse ecology and a blend of cultures.

This semester our students set out to unmask Kanyakumari and explore the parts of it that don’t always make their way to tourist brochures and Instagram worthy posts. They sought to understand its local inhabitants and communities, the quotidian rhythms and patterns of their lives, the seasonal flux that characterizes Kanyakumari’s major economies and the systems and institutions that undergird it.

They endeavored to identify sites and understand contexts within which they could intervene architecturally to build community, resolve issues, enhance economy, provide infrastructure and make spaces that serve people while simultaneously empowering them.

Sunlit grounds, loud cheers, and unmatched enthusiasm—CAT Sports 2025 brought outdoor games to life with passion and camaraderie. From long chases to powerful strikes, every moment reflected the determination and unity of students at the College of Architecture Trivandrum, celebrating competition in its most spirited form.

A burst of colour and energy marked the beginning of CAT Sports 2025 as students stepped in with their club jerseys—united, excited, and ready for the games ahead. From fast-paced rallies to mind-sharpening matches, the indoor events brought out focus, grit, and unbeatable team spirit within the College of Architecture Trivandrum.

Making in Material: A Workshop on Brick and Steel

As part of the Semester 3 BMC Workshop, a hands-on session was conducted on the creative use of brick and steel to design and build a functional outdoor bench.
The workshop provided students with practical exposure to material behavior, construction techniques, and the importance of teamwork in the making process.

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As part of their academic exploration, our Semester 3 Architecture students embarked on an insightful case study trip to Banglore to dive deep into the typology, functionality and spatial organization of gallery spaces within museums.

The visit included Indian Music Experience Museum, the interactive museum offering insights to multi sensory exhibition design; Museum of Art & Photography (MAP), a contemporary institution with modular gallery spaces and adaptable design solutions; National War Memorial, an emotionally evocative space combining symbolism, spatial procession and landscape architecture and National Gallery of Modern Art (NGMA), with a blend of heritage and modern design offering layered spatial experience.

Students critically observed and analyzed each space through physical, ephemeral, and conceptual devices, enhancing their understanding of how architecture shapes experience, memory, and meaning.

Swipe through to see glimpses of their journey into spatial narratives and museum architecture!

A collaborative exercise with the Sri Lankan Innovation Lab, dedicated to community development through architecture, brought CAT students to Shravanabelagola, exploring the evolution of its settlement patterns. The interactive exchange between the two teams revealed how cultural threads shape social logic and aesthetics, leading to fresh insights and shared understanding.

Mr. Vishwanath S, Founder and Director of Biome Environmental Solutions, Bengaluru, for an enriching session on water sustainability-
𝗘𝗻𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗘𝗻𝘃𝗶𝗿𝗼𝗻𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀 – 𝗔 𝗥𝗲𝘀𝗽𝗼𝗻𝘀𝗶𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗮𝗰𝗵 𝘁𝗼 𝗔𝗿𝗰𝗵𝗶𝘁𝗲𝗰𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲.
The day comprised of an expert talk, studio-interactions with Semester 5 students, and a panel discussion with Head of Department of Architecture Induja V ( .rajendran )and Assistant Professor Vivek V S ( ), where valuable perspectives on sustainable water management and the integration of traditional wisdom with contemporary practices were shared.

The College of Architecture Trivandrum had the privilege of hosting Mr. Vishwanath S, Founder and Director of Biome Environmental Solutions, Bangalore, for an insightful session on “Enabling Environments – A Responsible Approach to Architecture.”

Held on 19th August 2025 at the Seminar Hall, the day featured an engaging Interactive Session (9:30–11:30 AM) followed by a thought-provoking Panel Discussion (3:00–4:00 PM).

The sessions offered invaluable perspectives on sustainable and responsible approaches to architecture, with a particular emphasis on addressing Bengaluru’s pressing environmental challenges.

The 2025 edition of the college magazine was officially launched at the DOT exhibition venue, presented to the Chairman by the student editor. Divya Iyer (IAS) leafed through the edition, distinguished by its bold and vibrant pop art style.

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This vibrant edition celebrates creativity in all its forms, highlighting the diverse ideas and talents of our students and faculty through compelling articles, artwork, and stories. The magazine’s bold, joyful colour palette reflects the energy and spirit of our community throughout.

Onam is more than a festival; it is a celebration of unity, tradition, and shared joy. This year, we came together to honor the spirit of Kerala, blending culture with creativity. The day was filled with vibrant activities, togetherness, and memories that is sure last beyond the season.