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Posted by Bengaluru, 24 October 2025
In a testament to exceptional design excellence and innovative architectural vision, Mr Indrajit Kembhavi of KAF Architects has been honored with the prestigious “Architect of the Year-2025 ” award at the India Property Summit 2025. The recognition celebrates his outstanding work on NBR Soul of the Seasons, a project that has redefined sustainable luxury living in India’s real estate landscape.
A Night of Recognition at India’s Premier Real Estate Gathering
The India Property Summit 2025, held at The Chancery Pavilion in Bengaluru, witnessed the convergence of over 200 industry leaders, C-level executives, and visionaries from across India’s real estate sector. Among the evening’s most anticipated moments was the announcement of the Architect of the Year award, which recognized Mr. Kembhavi’s transformative contribution to contemporary architecture.
The summit, known as the largest gathering of real estate professionals in the country, provided the perfect platform to celebrate architectural brilliance that aligns with the industry’s growing focus on sustainability, innovation, and human-centric design.
Throughout the day, delegates engaged in meaningful discussions on emerging investment markets, regulatory frameworks, proptech disruptions, and evolving trends in co-working and co-living spaces – all themes that resonate with the forward-thinking approach embodied in Mr Kembhavi’s work.
The Vision Behind NBR Soul of the Seasons
Mr. Indrajit Kembhavi’s winning design for NBR Soul of the Seasons represents a masterful blend of architectural sophistication and environmental consciousness. The project stands as a powerful statement that luxury and sustainability are not mutually exclusive but can coexist harmoniously to create living spaces that enhance quality of life while respecting the environment.
Setting New Standards in Sustainable Architecture
What sets Mr Kembhavi’s work apart is his ability to seamlessly integrate sustainability into every aspect of the design process. NBR Soul of the Seasons showcases innovative solutions for energy efficiency, water conservation, and natural ventilation, all while maintaining the premium quality and aesthetic refinement that discerning home buyers expect.
The project’s recognition as the “Most Environment Friendly Project of the Year -2025” at the same summit further validates the success of this integrated approach. It demonstrates that when architects like Mr. Kembhavi collaborate closely with environmentally conscious developers like NBR Group, the results can set new benchmarks for the entire industry.
A Collaborative Triumph
While receiving this individual honor, Mr. Kembhavi’s achievement also reflects the success of a collaborative process. Working alongside NBR Group’s leadership, NBR sir and also including Mr. Murli Padmanabhan (VP Sales & Operations) and Mr. Ravi Kumar (GM Sales & Marketing), as well as landscape design experts from Design Accord Consultants, KAF Architects contributed to a project that represents the best of integrated design thinking.
This collaboration ensured that architectural vision translated into built reality without compromise, resulting in a development that has garnered multiple accolades and set new standards for what residential projects can achieve.
Inspiring the Future of Indian Architecture
The Architect of the Year award recognises more than past achievement, it celebrates a vision for the future of Indian architecture. Mr Kembhavi’s work on NBR Soul of the Seasons provides a blueprint for how the industry can evolve, demonstrating that exceptional design, environmental responsibility, and commercial viability can converge successfully.
This prestigious award adds to KAF Architect’s growing reputation as a firm that doesn’t just design buildings but creates meaningful, sustainable environments that enhance urban living. For Mr Kembhavi, this recognition marks a significant milestone in a career dedicated to pushing the boundaries of what architecture can accomplish.
Congratulations to Mr Indrajit Kembhavi and the entire team at KAF Architects on this well-deserved recognition on behalf of NBR GROUP.