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We are grateful to see the conservation journey of Abbey 301 documented beyond drawings, photographs and the building it...
09/08/2026

We are grateful to see the conservation journey of Abbey 301 documented beyond drawings, photographs and the building itself — through the wider cultural archive of the city.

For us at Five Cross Architects, Abbey 301 has been an exercise in careful observation, repair and restraint: understanding what must be conserved, what can be adapted, and where the architecture must simply be allowed to speak for itself.

As the building returns to active use, its conservation continues to be tested, observed and refined — reminding us that heritage is not a finished object, but something that must continue to live, perform and adapt.

Thank you Mid-Day for documenting this ongoing chapter of Abbey 301.

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Abbey 301 carries stories beyond its walls.Long before its ongoing conservation, the building found a place on screen in...
04/08/2026

Abbey 301 carries stories beyond its walls.

Long before its ongoing conservation, the building found a place on screen in 1972’s Jungle Mein Mangal—a reminder that heritage survives not only in measured drawings, photographs and archival records, but also in cinema, where architecture becomes part of our collective cultural memory.

Every film frame, like every archival drawing, captures a moment in a building’s evolving life. Conserving heritage is therefore also about recognising and preserving these layered narratives that connect place, people and time.

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Bhakti Chuganee has captured the very essence of what defines a conservation project.At Abbey 301, conservation has been...
28/07/2026

Bhakti Chuganee has captured the very essence of what defines a conservation project.

At Abbey 301, conservation has been about dedication, honesty, and advocating for a structure that deserves to be understood and respected on its own terms.

Conservation does not conclude when the scaffolding comes down. Every project enters a phase of observation, learning, and adaptation. With the onset of the monsoon, Abbey 301 is undergoing its first real test, allowing us to understand how the building performs, evaluate the effectiveness of the interventions, and make carefully calibrated adjustments where required. This process of post-conservation observation and responsive adaptation is an integral part of responsible conservation practice, ensuring that the building continues to perform for both present and future generations.

Cultural Continuum : Form meets function - in cultural spaces, function is more than utility. At Five Cross Architects, ...
20/06/2026

Cultural Continuum : Form meets function - in cultural spaces, function is more than utility. At Five Cross Architects, we believe cultural spaces are shaped not only by walls and volumes, but by the intangible memories, emotions, and collective rituals that live within them. Designing for cultural spaces means designing for what cannot be touched - the echoes of creativity, belonging, and identity that give space its true form. It was a pleasure participating in this panel organised by Avid Learning, FICCI, and Teamwork Arts.

Abbey 301 - A renewed silhouette against the Khandala skyline.(Five Cross Architects, Abbey 301, Khandala, ConservationA...
08/06/2026

Abbey 301 - A renewed silhouette against the Khandala skyline.

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Abbey 301 - A renewed silhouette against the Khandala skyline. (Five Cross Architects, Abbey 301, Khandala, Conservation...
07/06/2026

Abbey 301 - A renewed silhouette against the Khandala skyline.

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📢 Call for Applications — Archival Research InternsFive Cross Architects is inviting applications from students and youn...
21/05/2026

📢 Call for Applications — Archival Research Interns

Five Cross Architects is inviting applications from students and young researchers passionate about heritage conservation, archival studies, and architectural history. Join us in documenting and researching a significant heritage site through archival investigation, documentation, and conservation planning.

Open to students and recent graduates in Heritage Conservation, Architecture, History, Archaeology, and related fields.

📍 Positions in Delhi, Mumbai & Haryana
🗓 Duration: June – August 2026
📩 Apply at: [email protected]

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Today it was an absolute privilege to have hosted at the Hamilton Studios Bombay! A morning of exchange, wisdom and me...
14/05/2026

Today it was an absolute privilege to have hosted at the Hamilton Studios Bombay! A morning of exchange, wisdom and memory…

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