Large-scale commercial construction faces challenges in dimensional accuracy, crew coordination, material availability, scheduling and quality assurance. Proper planning, communication and coordination across design, engineering and field teams are essential, says Dinesh Chandra Pandey, Founder, Shankar Fenestration and Glasses, in a conversation with Prasenjit Chakraborty.
Q. 1. CRC The Flagship is an important addition to your project portfolio. What makes this project significant for Shankar Fenestrations and Glasses, and what role does the company play in shaping its architectural façade?
CRC The Flagship provides a great chance forShankar Fenestrations and Glasses to help in the design of a modern commercial development. In order to do such projects, it requires a delicate balance between architecture and functionality. Our contribution in this regard will be to provide façade and fenestration designs that will support the design of the structure as well as fulfilling its technical and functional requirements.
Q.2. With the growing demand for contemporary façades and advanced fenestration systems in commercial real estate, what key trends are you witnessing in the Indian market, and how is your company adapting to them?
There is an increasing inclination towards aesthetically pleasing façades that are, at the same time energy efficient, durable, and provide comfort to its occupants within the Indian market environment. There is a lot of emphasis on natural light, thermal insulation, weathering resistance and the maintenance of building envelopes for a longer period of time.
High-performance glass and proper fenestration systems are also gaining popularity. At Shankar Fenestrations and Glasses, our primary objective is to comprehend project-specific requirements and offer solutions to meet these requirements.
Q.3. Modern commercial developments demand a balance between aesthetics, durability, energy efficiency, and performance. How does Shankar Fenestrations and Glasses ensure these factors are integrated into its façade and fenestration solutions?
Balancing these elements begins with having information on the structure itself, its location, the way it is going to be used, and the kind of environment it is going to have to contend with. This would mean that the façade should not only look good, but it must be able to provide sufficient protection from outside heat, wind, moisture, and sound. Materials, glass, compatibility and correct installation become crucial in this case. Our process takes into account careful planning and cooperation between the different parties concerned, together with consideration of the technical aspects of implementation.
Q.4. What are some of the key technical or execution challenges involved in delivering façade solutions for large-scale commercial projects such as CRC The Flagship, and how does your team address them while maintaining quality standards?
Many problems may arise when carrying out large-scale commercial construction, and these involve dimensional accuracy, coordination among the construction crews, material availability, time scheduling and quality assurance from all parts of the building. All these small differences can affect alignment, weatherproofing and the final finish. The way to solve these problems is through proper planning, communication and systematic quality assurance. We strongly believe that coordination between design, engineering and field crews is essential.
Q.5. Looking ahead, what are your growth plans for Shankar Fenestrations and Glasses, and which emerging markets, project segments, or technological innovations do you see as the biggest opportunities for the company?
Our vision is to establish Shankar Fenestrations & Glasses’ reputation in India’s growing construction and commercial real estate sectors. This can be done through identification of potential markets in office buildings, luxurious residential complexes, institutions, and energy efficient/advanced architecture projects. We feel that the application of advanced glazing technology and façade engineering will form the future of the industry. Our vision is to utilise our technical knowledge and services to meet market demands through our strategic project collaborations. Sustainable development for us lies in our craft, learning, and project demands.
