Acharya EKATRA 2025, celebrated at Acharya’s NRV School of Architecture, highlighted a perfect blend of sportsmanship and creativity. Students from various colleges showcased their talents through energetic sports competitions and vibrant cultural performances, making the fest a memorable platform for teamwork, skill, and youthful spirit.

As part of Architecture Design–3, Acharya students visited the Devanahalli Fort precinct to explore place-making through the Experience–Exploration–Design approach. The field visit allowed them to study spatial legibility, heritage structures, and community interactions. Students documented their observations through sketches, measured drawings, and visual mappings while analyzing the Kalyani, temple, dargah, and fort neighborhood. The activity deepened their understanding of spatial dynamics, materiality, and heritage conservation principles shaping built environments.

Acharya students visited Ramanagara to explore the region’s utilitarian layers through field observation and community interaction. They documented data using maps, graphs, and visuals to analyse spatial qualities, neighborhood patterns, marketplaces, and transition spaces, gaining a deeper understanding of urban and rural environments.

The Research Paper Refinement Workshop at Acharya focused on enhancing academic writing skills through expert guidance on structure, clarity, and journal standards, helping faculty refine data presentation, research methodology, and technical writing for publication in reputable journals and the upcoming Web of Science–indexed Research Book.

Acharya’s NRV School of Architecture hosted a Journey to Heartfulness Centre program for first-year students and faculty, offering a transformative experience in emotional intelligence, mindfulness, and holistic well-being. Through guided meditation, reflective activities, and nature-based interactions, participants explored empathy, inner balance, and purposeful living, enhancing personal growth, stress management, and academic and professional development.

Acharya’s NRV School of Architecture faculty, Prof. Fathima Samana S and Prof. Sushma M Betgeri, presented research papers at the COA Transformations International Conference 2025 at D Y Patil Deemed to be University, Navi Mumbai. Prof. Sushma M Betgeri received the Best Research Paper Presentation award, highlighting Acharya’s excellence in architectural research, academic contributions, and innovative studies.

Acharya’s NRV School of Architecture hosted Open House: Voice of Architecture, a dynamic platform where students exhibited their design projects and engaged in insightful conversations with peers, faculty, and industry mentors. The event celebrated creativity, critical thinking, and the evolving voice of young architects through open dialogue and design expression.

Students of Acharya's NRV School of Architecture led a meaningful NSS initiative by rejuvenating a government school. Over two days, they cleaned, painted, and reorganized classrooms and playgrounds, enhancing the learning environment. The project fostered a strong sense of social responsibility, proving how young minds can drive impactful change in local communities.

Acharya's NRV School of Architecture is proud to announce a new MoU with the Ara Institute of Canterbury, New Zealand. As part of this global collaboration, students and faculty participated in an enriching interactive session with Ar. Jaffer AA Khan, exploring international pathways in architecture education and opportunities in the evolving built environment sector. This partnership opens new doors for academic exchange, collaborative research, and global learning experiences.

Students of Acharya’s NRV School of Architecture (Semester IV) visited Melukote Village as part of their Architecture Design Studio. Engaging with locals, they gained insights into rural life and traditional architecture. Back in the studio, they are now working on documenting the village’s architectural essence.

As part of their syllabus, students explored the importance and functioning of Water and Sewage Treatment Plants through a creative model-making activity. Using recycled materials like bottles, boxes, and straws, they built working models, reinforcing sustainability and practical learning while deepening their understanding of these essential systems.

Semester VI students of Acharya's NRV School of Architecture visited Bangalore University for an Architectural Design Site Visit. They analyzed topography, climate, vegetation, circulation, and surrounding contexts, gaining insights into site constraints and opportunities. The visit fostered critical thinking, spatial awareness, and sustainable design approaches, reinforcing the importance of environmental integration in campus planning.

B.Arch 5th-year student C. Vamsi has secured Third Place in the Mango Architectural Thesis Awards 2024! His visionary approach and dedication to design innovation have earned well-deserved recognition on this prestigious platform.

Acharya’s NRV School of Architecture hosted the event "IPR Process and Incentives" to enhance faculty awareness of Intellectual Property Rights (IPR). The session explored the role of IPR in academia, design practice, and research while highlighting potential incentives for faculty contributions. It provided valuable insights into integrating IPR into architectural education and professional practice.

Acharya's NRV School of Architecture hosted A Training of Trainers Program (Jan 20–25, 2025) on VTU’s updated curriculum (2021-22), focusing on sustainable architecture amid the climate crisis. Faculty explored energy-efficient design, passive cooling, bioclimatic interventions, and urban heat stress mitigation through hands-on sessions and expert-led discussions.

Acharya's NRV School of Architecture ignites fierce competition at the Inter-House Sports event! Two days of unstoppable energy, teamwork, and sporting passion.

Welcome, Future Acharyans! The AIT & ANRVSA 2024-25 Inauguration marks the start of an exciting journey and new beginnings.