In an era where societal interaction and communal existence are cherished, the need for innovative design becomes paramount. Redefining the use of public spaces and extending them into an urban interior realm, the East Kidwai Nagar Exhibition Centre takes centre stage. The meticulous planning approach extends to the ground floor entrance lobbies, featuring transparent glass walls to enhance visibility and porosity. The ingenious use of screened fenestrations allows soft patterns of light and shadow on the floor throughout the day. It provides a captivating view of the bustling ring road, seamlessly connecting the interior with the external urban fabric.

Acknowledging the dense settlement surrounding the site, the design concept is for the design to ‘lift’ the building, allowing for ground-level use as a covered public space, basking in natural light and ventilation while extending into the surrounding urban fabric. This design choice ensures porosity and visual connectivity and positions The Exhibition Centre as a landmark in the heart of New Delhi. The Exhibition Centre is a three-story structure, defying conventions with its complete steel framework, featuring expansive spans of unsupported column-free spaces reaching 35 meters. Its innovative design addresses spatial constraints and creates a covered public space at ground level, maximising usability for the residents of East Kidwai Nagar.

Upon entering the grand double-height lobby, visitors are greeted with lifts guiding them to Level 1, dedicated to exhibition spaces, and Level 2, a community center fostering social interactions.

Indian summers are hot, but Delhi’s temperatures can soar unbearably during the season. The design executed the futuristic build’s intricate, latticed GRC Jali façade inspired by a character typical to Lutyen’s Delhi. The facade transcends being merely a mode GRC screen. It seamlessly integrates an expansive LED screen, transforming the building into a dynamic canvas that comes alive, marrying function and aesthetics for a captivating urban experience while pulling in the crowds.