<p><strong>Summary</strong></p><p>In this episode, architect Rajeev Kathpalia of Vastu Shilpa Sangath shares timeless wisdom on designing with empathy, slowness, and stewardship. From public space to net-zero campuses, we explore what young architects must unlearn to create meaningful, inclusive, and sustainable environments. A must-listen for architecture students and urban thinkers. Presented in partnership with The Drawing Board 2025 and Rohan Builders. Submission deadline: 6th Sept. More at <a target="_blank" href="https://thedrawingboard.in/">thedrawingboard.in</a>.</p><p><strong>Topics discussed in this episode</strong></p><p>* What does stewardship mean to you, and how can public spaces be designed for shared benefit in a country like India?</p><p>* How can sites like Sadahalli Quarry be opened to the public while still attracting private investment?</p><p>* What does “net zero” mean beyond metrics, and how can young architects start thinking in that direction?</p><p>* What’s the least that needs to be built in a public space to make it meaningful and adaptable over time?</p><p>* How do you observe how people use space, and how does that influence your design process?</p><p>* What does building “slow” mean to you, and how can young architects balance slowness with the urgency of development?</p><p><strong>Reference links</strong></p><p>* Rajeev Kathpalia – LinkedIn profile: <a target="_blank" href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/rajeev-kathpalia-35418099">https://www.linkedin.com/in/rajeev-kathpalia-35418099</a></p><p>* Vastu Shilpa Sangath – Rajeev Kathpalia bio: <a target="_blank" href="https://www.sangath.org/rajeev-kathpalia/">https://www.sangath.org/rajeev-kathpalia/</a></p><p>* Beyond Smritivan – Architectural Legacy (Elev8 2025): <a target="_blank" href="https://thearchitectsdiary.com/beyond-smritivan-rajeev-kathpalia-on-architectural-legacy-elev8-2025/">https://thearchitectsdiary.com/beyond-smritivan-rajeev-kathpalia-on-architectural-legacy-elev8-2025/</a></p><p>* Community-Centric Architecture | Rajeev Kathpalia | TADPod: <a target="_blank" href="https://thearchitectsdiary.com/community-centric-architecture-ar-rajeev-kathpalia-vastushilpa-sangath-tadpod/">https://thearchitectsdiary.com/community-centric-architecture-ar-rajeev-kathpalia-vastushilpa-sangath-tadpod/</a></p><p>* Designing Humane Cities – Sangath Interview: <a target="_blank" href="https://www.sangath.org/news/architect-rajeev-kathpalia-talks-about-the-need-to-create-humane-cities/">https://www.sangath.org/news/architect-rajeev-kathpalia-talks-about-the-need-to-create-humane-cities/</a></p><p>* The Drawing Board – Official Website: https://thedrawingboard.in/</p><p>* The Drawing Board 2025 Announcement (World Architecture): <a target="_blank" href="https://worldarchitecture.org/architecture-news/fpzhe/the-drawing-board-2025-%E2%80%93-10th-edition.html">https://worldarchitecture.org/architecture-news/fpzhe/the-drawing-board-2025-–-10th-edition.html</a></p><p>* Instagram – The Drawing Board: <a target="_blank" href="https://www.instagram.com/thedrawingboard.in/">https://www.instagram.com/thedrawingboard.in/</a></p><p>* Instagram – Rajeev Kathpalia: <a target="_blank" href="https://www.instagram.com/kathpalia_r/">https://www.instagram.com/kathpalia_r/</a></p> <br/><br/>This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit <a href="https://www.thegyaanproject.com?utm_medium=podcast&#38;utm_campaign=CTA_1">www.thegyaanproject.com</a>