SRM School of Environment Architecture and Design - [SRM SEAD]

The school shall commit to sustainable and socially relevant initiatives through industry collaborations, research projects, design studios, and outreach programs, with the goal of developing our students into well-rounded leaders, innovators, and professionals, equipped to shape the future.

With 20 years of combined experience in both industry and academia, Prof. V. Aravind brings extensive expertise in mentoring, motivating, and developing students and young faculty to reach their full potential.

Prof. V. Aravind holds a Bachelor of Architecture (B.Arch) from Madras University and a Master of Architecture (M.Arch) from the School of Architecture and Planning, Anna University. He is currently pursuing a PhD in Urban Landscape Infrastructure. Throughout his career, he has held prominent academic positions, including serving as Principal at various architecture schools, alongside a successful career in senior roles at leading architectural firms. He is also the founder of the design firm, Space D’Signers.

As Dean, Prof. V. Aravind envisions fostering a community of creative, innovative, and socially responsible architects who shape the built environment to enhance human experiences. His leadership focuses on enhancing academic programs through curriculum innovation and faculty development. He actively promotes research and creative endeavors, emphasizing urban resilience, sustainable design, and emerging technologies. Prof. Aravind is dedicated to strengthening industry partnerships and community engagement through internships, mentorship, and outreach programs.

A strategist, visionary, and a brilliant mentor, a Post Graduate with specialization on Housing, he is also the Principal Architect of his own practice, Lokesh and Associates and has numerous Residential, Interiors and Public Projects to his credit. He has been an architect developing Integrated Architecture since 2007.

His attitude and vision is known to be loud and clear. He has a broader vision for the department and shows immense enthusiasm and not only dedicates his effort and time towards its expansion and betterment but also in empowering the faculty.

The key architect for designing and developing various infrastructure initiatives of the SRM campus, he is a multitasker and balances his time between academics and professional practice effortlessly. He is the recipient of the Construction Academy Award for Housing in 2019. He also has few of his projects published in reputed Architecture magazines.

With strong industry and academic background of more than 19 years, she has expertise largely on residential projects and has worked for reputed construction companies.