Archiholics 2026 – Synaera Day 1 Report

24th March, 2026 : As part of Archiholics 2026 – Synaera, Srinivas School of Architecture inaugurated Day 1 with an engaging guest lecture by distinguished architect Ar. Ramani Hande, Chief Architect at Ace Technocrats Pvt. Ltd. The programme commenced with a formal welcome by HoD Ar. Vasudev Shet, followed by an address to the students by Dean Ar. Kumarchandra M.R. The session continued with an interactive dialogue with faculty, encouraging meaningful discussions on contemporary architectural practices. The guest also visited the student work exhibition, appreciating the range of academic explorations on display. The highlight of the day was a technical seminar, where Ar. Ramani Hande shared valuable insights from her academic and residential projects, emphasizing the importance of client-centric design, professional confidence, and adaptability in practice. An engaging Q&A session witnessed enthusiastic student participation, sparking discussions on real-world challenges and the evolving role of architects. The event concluded with a memento presentation and a vote of thanks. The session provided significant exposure to professional practice and set an inspiring tone for the rest of the fest, followed by a group photograph with the guest, faculty, and student organizers.