A Webinar on Knowledge, Wisdom & Living Heritage Understanding Vernacular Architecture and Community Life in Shravanabelagola, Bengaluru, India Join us for an insightful session exploring vernacular architecture, cultural memory, and community life through the living heritage of Shravanabelagola, India. This webinar is a collaborative academic study and knowledge-sharing initiative between Sri Lanka and India, bringing together students, educators, and researchers across borders. 📅 Date: 27th May 2026 🕖 Time: 7:00 PM IST Organized by College of Architecture Trivandrum (C.A.T), Kerala, India and Social Innovation Lab (SIL), Sri Lanka Student Team C.A.T Team- Ayman, Athira, Saniya, Gayathri, Keerthana, Devika, Gopika Bijith, Caroline Abhi Theresa, Neriah Joseph SIL Team- Sandanu, Pasindu, Nethmi, Tharushi LINK IN THE BIO This collaborative engagement highlights the importance of cross-cultural learning, regional heritage studies, and shared perspectives on architecture and community life in South Asia. Webinar, collaboration, cross institutional learning, Shravanabelagola, cultural dimensions, living heritage

Students Ann Rose P Babu (CAT23AR015) and Aswatha Gireesan (CAT23AR022) from College of Architecture Trivandrum have been selected for the ERASMUS+ International Student Mobility Programme at École Nationale Supérieure d’Architecture de Paris–La Villette (ENSAPLV), France A fully funded exchange from 16 February to 15 July, this opportunity places them in one of Europe’s leading architecture institutions, ranked among the top globally. From classrooms to international design studios, they will engage with diverse cultures, collaborate across borders, and expand their architectural perspectives through immersive learning experiences. An inspiring step towards global exposure, creative exchange, and the future of design. [CAT Trivandrum, Student exchange, Erasmus plus, ENSAPLV, Global learning, Architecture students, Design beyond borders. Future architects]