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The Better Architecture Project

Ar. Shubhayan M

The Better Architecture Project was born out of the necessity to bring to the world a critical, hard talk platform. Housed in India, BetterArch aims to bring you raw, unadulterated discourses right from the hearts of the ones bearing the brunt of the architect life! Website: www.BetterArch.org

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01:54:50

Arch X Media_Beyond Laudatory Texts

The Better Architecture Project ·

2025/10/04

Season 2: Architecture X Media StudiesEp. 28: Beyond Laudatory Texts, Soumya DasguptaThis episode features a candid, critical conversation with Soumya Dasgupta on the intersection of architecture, media, and political economy in India and the West. The episode exposes the dominance of architects’ narratives, the absence of criticality, and the systemic inequalities within the profession. Soumya challenges the status quo, urging for uncomfortable but necessary dialogues about power, capital, and the

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01:24:42

Arch X Media_Politics of Representation

The Better Architecture Project ·

2025/09/24

Season 2: Architecture X Media StudiesEp. 27: Politics of Representation, Fahad ZuberiFahad Zuberi delivers a sharp, historically grounded critique of how architecture is represented in India, tracing its journey from the ancient glorification of rulers to the colonial manipulation of meaning and the current dominance of PR-driven narratives. He argues that all representation is inherently political, shaped by the values and goals of those in power, and warns against the dilution of meaning when

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00:45:42

Arch X Media_Ground Up

The Better Architecture Project ·

2025/09/07

Season 2: Architecture X Media StudiesEp. 26: Ground Up, Nipun PrabhakarIn episode 26, Nipun Prabhakar shares how his path as a photojournalist, writer, and community architect has been shaped by a deep curiosity and a commitment to authentic storytelling. He discusses the interconnectedness of architecture and media, emphasizing that meaningful work comes from focusing on process, ethics, and real engagement rather than instant gratification. Drawing on his experiences working with grassroots

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01:08:38

Arch X Media_Instruments of Advocacy

The Better Architecture Project ·

2025/09/02

Season 2: Architecture X Media StudiesEp. 25: Instruments of Advocacy, Rahul MehrotraIn episode 25, Rahul Mehrotra offers a sharp critique of the current state of architectural media in India, arguing that it is plagued by self-indulgence, the tyranny of images, and a lack of criticality, often serving as an echo chamber for architects rather than engaging society at large. He insists that media should function as an “instrument of advocacy,” enabling architects to fulfill their societal mandate by

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00:52:15

S02E24 - Narratives in Transition

The Better Architecture Project ·

2025/08/31

Season 2: Architecture X Media StudiesEp. 24: Narratives in Transition, Srivathsan AIn episode 24, Srivathsan A offers a sweeping, first-hand account of the transformation of architectural media in India, beginning with the era of a few authoritative print journals and magazines, where rigorous editorial gatekeeping ensured credibility and depth. He charts the shift brought by liberalization, the proliferation of new media platforms, and the subsequent explosion of voices, highlighting both the

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00:58:23

S02E23 - Beyond Commercialism

The Better Architecture Project ·

2025/08/31

Season 2: Architecture X Media StudiesEp. 23: Beyond Commercialism, Kaiwan MehtaIn episode 23, Kaiwan Mehta offers a nuanced exploration of the state of architectural journalism and media in India. He traces the historical gaps in critical, thoughtful writing within the field, highlighting the sporadic nature of quality publications and the unique role Domus India played in fostering a culture of intellectual discourse. Mehta delves into the ethical responsibilities of editors, the delicate balance

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01:11:23

S02E22 - Research in Practice

The Better Architecture Project ·

2025/08/29

Season 2: Architecture X Media StudiesEp. 22: Research in Practice, Ruturaj ParikhIn episode 22, Ruturaj discusses the fragmented nature of design and architectural media in India, distinguishing between popular/lifestyle media, professional (business-to-business) media, and academic publications. He highlights the confusion between critical and commercial content, the decline of professional publications post-pandemic, and the need for more platforms that foster critical discourse within the

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00:58:47

S02E21 - Collective Actions

The Better Architecture Project ·

2025/08/10

Season 2: Architecture X Media StudiesEp. 21: Collective Actions, Gita BalakrishnanIn episode 21 of the talks, Gita Balakrishnan discusses her journey with Ethos and related initiatives, focusing on filling gaps in architectural education, community engagement, and visibility for architects, especially through innovative events, walking projects, and efforts to connect architects with broader communities. She advocates for collective action, resilience, and the importance of building supportive

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00:45:46

S02E20 - Be Well Informed

The Better Architecture Project ·

2025/08/10

Season 2: Architecture X Media StudiesEp. 20: Be Well Informed, Amit GuptaIn episode 20 of the talks, Amit Gupta explores the critical role of media in architecture and design, emphasizing the need for deeper, more meaningful content over superficial, glamorous coverage. Listen on to know Amit's views on the importance of education, critical thinking, and long-form content as he constantly encourages future professionals to read widely, question practices, and value substance over instant

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00:34:49

S02E19 - Building Platforms

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2025/08/10

Season 2: Architecture X Media StudiesEp. 19: Building Platforms, Verticaa DvivediIn episode 19 of the talks, Verticaa goes candid about her journey of following her calling to build and raise platforms. She places intense focus on market research and understanding target audiences, and highlights the importance of being consistent. Listen on to know about her journey in this space, building platforms that help communities come closer and act in unison as a symbol of mutual elevation. Guest:

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00:51:43

S02E18 - Design Influencing

The Better Architecture Project ·

2025/08/09

Season 2: Architecture X Media StudiesEp. 18: Design Influencing, Sagar SaojiIn episode 18 of the talks, our friendly neighborhood design influencer Sagar Saoji takes us on his content journey! He goes in-depth into the metrics of modern-day content creation, and amalgamating it into an architectural practice. Listen on to know his views on influencing and practicing architecture in today's world, the challenges, and the financials that come with it!Guest: Sagar SaojiDesignation: Architect,

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00:32:39

S02E17 - Find Your Tribe

The Better Architecture Project ·

2025/07/28

Season 2: Architecture X Media StudiesEp. 16: Find Your Tribe, Kedar NimkarIn episode 17 of the talks, Kedar decodes podcasting in today's world. He talks of finding one's tribe and on the importance of consistency and routine! He discusses the avenues of monetizing a knowledge podcast, and he places focus on prioritizing the joy of content creation over immediate financial goals. Listen on to know his important take on what he calls infotainment, stimulating both mind and senses!Guest:

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00:57:02

S02E16_Public Scholarship

The Better Architecture Project ·

2024/11/22

Season 2: Design Media India '24 ed.Ep. 16: Public Scholarship, Gauri Bharat In episode 16 of the talks, Gauri Bharat dwells on the spectrum of knowledge dissemination, from high academia to public scholarship. Listen on to know her thoughts on how media has brought in changes in the prevalent architectural practices in the country; India's only architectural history & theory course at CEPT (where she instructs) and much more! Guest: Gauri Bharat Designation: Senior Associate Professor,

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00:43:24

S02E15_Multiple Perspectives

The Better Architecture Project ·

2024/09/23

Season 2: Design Media India '24 ed.Ep. 15: Multiple Perspectives, Mrinalini Ghadiok In episode 15 of the talks, Mrinalini Ghadiok shares with us, points from her journey in the world of curation. Listen on to know her thoughts on how magazines run in the country, the importance of thinking from multiple angles and much more! Guest: Mrinalini Ghadiok Designation: Architect, writer, curator Bio: Mrinalini Ghadiok is an architect by training, visualizer by heart and writer by passion. Intrigued

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00:41:45

S02E14_Negotiating Flux

The Better Architecture Project ·

2024/09/18

Season 2: Design Media India '24 ed. Ep. 14: Negotiating Flux, Nisha Nair Gupta Nisha Nair Gupta discusses about her innovative publishing initiative, People Places Project in the episode 14 of the season. Listen on to know her take on running bootstrapped initiatives, how to manage projects, managing opportunities and grants for independent projects and much more! Guest: Nisha Nair Gupta Designation: Urban researcher and publisher, Founder - People Places Project Bio: Nisha Nair-Gupta is an

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00:39:11

S02E13_Get Trained

The Better Architecture Project ·

2024/09/05

Season 2: Design Media India '24 ed.Ep. 13: Get Trained, Mridula Sharma In episode 13, Mridula Sharma gets candid about the state of flux of the media industry in architecture and design in India. Listen on to know her views on the changing media landscapes, the importance of getting trained in journalism, and much more! Guest: Mridula Sharma Designation: Design Futurist, Founder: StyleCaviar by Mridula Sharma Bio: Mridula Sharma is one of the distinguished design writers of India. She has

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00:36:20

S02E12_Architecture Films

The Better Architecture Project ·

2024/08/29

Season 2: Design Media India '24 ed.Ep. 12: Architecture Films, Dhwaj Shah Dhwaj Shah renders depth to the ongoing conversation by bringing his knowledge of architectural filmmaking to the house. Listen on as we discuss making films out of buildings, and making and sustaining a business out of this sacred act. Guest: Dhwaj Shah Designation: Co-Founder, Buildofy Bio: Dhwaj Shah is the co-founder of Buildofy, an independent media firm that broadcasts architecture films and eBooks of amazing

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00:33:19

S02E11_The Metaverse

The Better Architecture Project ·

2024/07/31

Season 2: Design Media India '24 ed.Ep. 10: The Metaverse, Abhishek "ABVERSE" Bhaskar ABVERSE Abhishek is the guest for episode eleven of the series - one on a different note and flavor as we dive deep into the virtual world! This episode discusses architecture in the virtual world, the 'loss of soul', and chilling at Mars!! Well, almost! Guest: Abhishek "ABVERSE" Bhaskar Designation: Beatboxer, MC, Architect, Public Speaker, Entrepreneur. Bio: Abhishek Bhaskar is

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00:38:15

S02E10_Reinvent Yourself

The Better Architecture Project ·

2024/07/22

Season 2: Design Media India '24 ed.Ep. 10: Reinvent Yourself, suryan saurabh suryan saurabh deep-dives into photography in episode ten of this season. Listen to the episode to hear his thoughts on how he managed to make a business out of photography in the design world, and his word of advice for the folks: to be innovative, to grab the opportunities, and to make the best out of oneself! Guest: suryan saurabh Designation: Artist & Photographer Bio: "Man who lived at the airport

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00:45:26

S02E09 - An Open Mind

The Better Architecture Project ·

2024/07/13

Season 2: Design Media India '24 ed.Ep. 09: An Open Mind, Suneet Paul Suneet Paul shares his views on media in design in this energetic conversation. Listen to the episode to hear his thoughts on how the culture of magazines have changed over time, and his earnest request to the youth to have an open mind that accepts feedback and embraces change! Guest: Suneet Paul Designation: Author & Architect Bio: Author/architect Suneet Paul has been in the profession of architecture,

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