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Nishant Kansagra

Nishant Kansagra

Assistant Professor of Architecture, bio-digital architecture researcher

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Ahmedabad, Gujarat, India
Joined March 2026
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Summary

Academic educator and researcher focused on bio-digital and digital architecture, actively teaching and publishing while affiliated with Nirma University's Institute of Architecture and Planning. ac+1
Active participant in international tall-building and urban-habitat professional networks through multiple CTBUH roles (Future Leaders, research peer review, editorial and ED&I committee membership). ac
Entrepreneurial / director responsibilities in small private companies registered in Gujarat, holding directorships since 2018 and managing organizational/compliance aspects. zaubacorp+2
International academic and professional experience (education and practice) including study at Universitat Internacional de Catalunya and short programs/exchanges, and project work with international firms and workshops. xing+1

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Book chapter and conference contributions (ICCAUA 2025 listings)

January 1, 2025

Contributed to conference proceedings and book chapters, including work listed in 2025 ICCAUA materials (e.g., 'Anthropology of a Virgin Village – Kutch’s Banni Grasslands').

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Social Acceptability of High-rise Residential Buildings – A Case of Ahmedabad

January 1, 2024

Research/chapter examining residents' willingness, aspirations and social acceptability of high-rise residential living in Ahmedabad; maps social criteria impacting high-rise living.

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