Malik conducted a Nagari Short Film screening at his institution, with additional participation facilitated through Google Meet to include students who were unable to attend in person. The session encouraged meaningful engagement, particularly through discussions on A Work in Progress and Sundari.
A ‘Work in Progress‘ prompted students to reflect on construction practices, waste generation, and the responsibility of architects in making informed material choices, with many relating these ideas to their coursework on materials and sustainability. ‘Sundari‘ led to conversations about the impact of urban development on ecosystems and livelihoods, pushing students to critically examine who cities are designed for and how existing communities and landscapes are often overlooked.
The screening also sparked several critical questions among students, including how architects can reduce construction waste while working within budget and client demands; whether development can be considered successful if it displaces communities or damages ecosystems; how traditional knowledge and existing landscapes can be integrated into modern design; who truly benefits from large infrastructure projects and who remains unheard; and how architectural education can better prepare students to address social and environmental challenges.
Overall, the session was well-received and encouraged students to move beyond technical design thinking to engage with real-world issues, reinforcing the role of architects as responsible agents in shaping more sustainable and equitable built environments.
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