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Integration into Daily Life
Some of the simplest ways to integrate sustainable
design principles into everyday spaces around us include
mindful practices. One crucial aspect is to prioritise
energy efficiency by opting for thermal-insulated building
materials instead of glass. Additionally, using eco-friendly
materials for interior design, such as recycled or reclaimed
wood, bamboo, and low VOC paints, can minimise
environmental impact and improve indoor air quality. There
are many such avenues to explore and make a better world.

Environmental Impact Metric
Firstly, sourcing used raw materials locally for reducing
carbon footprint and to minimise transportation emissions.
Additionally, it is important to assess the lifecycle of Bandana Jain
materials used, considering factors such as resource
extraction, manufacturing processes, transportation, and
end-of-life disposal or recycling. I also monitor energy and action on social and environmental issues, promoting
consumption throughout the production process and strive a more inclusive and sustainable future.
to minimize waste generation through efficient design
practices and material optimisation. I am always up for such initiatives and love to
collaborate with corporates to help them in their CSR
activities.
Reuse and Repurpose
I prioritise the use of sustai nable materials that are
recycled and reclaimed. By taking a holistic approach FORM IV
to reuse and repurposing, I aim to breathe new life into 1. Place of publication Mumbai
existing resources while reducing environmental impact 2. Periodicity of publication Monthly
and promoting a more sustainably built environment. 3. Printer’s Name Jayaprakash Krishnan Nair
Government regulations and policies play a crucial Nationality Indian
role in promoting sustainable design practices in India Address B/202, Godavari CHS., Sector 9,
Vasant Nagari, Vasai (E),

like LEED and GRIHA. These regulations incentivise Thane Dist., Maharashtra
energy efficiency, water conservation, waste reduction, 4. Publisher’s Name Jayaprakash Krishnan Nair
and the use of eco-friendly materials, thereby driving the Nationality Indian
adoption of sustainable practices. Address B/202, Godavari CHS., Sector 9,
Vasant Nagari, Vasai (E),

Emerging Trends & Innovations 5. Editor’s Name Thane Dist., Maharashtra
Mangala Chandran
Donut economy, where resources are reused, recycled, Nationality Indian
or repurposed to minimise waste and maximise resource Address 21, Sea Spring, B.J. Road,
efficiency, is gaining momentum. Another trend is Bandstand, Bandra (W),
biophilic design principles that help to reconnect Mumbai 400 050
people with nature through the incorporation of natural 6. Names and address of individuals who own the newspaper and
elements and patterns into the built environment and partners or shareholders holding more than one per cent of the total
human wellbeing. capital.
1. Jayaprakash Krishnan Nair, B/202, Godavari CHS.,
Sector 9, Vasant Nagari, Vasai (E), 401 208,
Social Initiatives Thane Dist., Maharashtra
In my art projects, I address social and cultural aspects 2. Jayaraman Nair, A-101, Meru, Sector 2, Vasant Nagari,

Vasai (E) 401 208, Thane Dist., Maharashtra
of sustainability through impactful initiatives. One such
thing I did that talks about Diversity and Inclusion, 3. Mangala Chandran, 21, Sea Spring, B.J. Road,

Bandstand, Bandra (W), Mumbai 400 050, Maharashtra
different cultures, status, appearance and preferences.
Additionally, I have collaborated with organisations like I, Jayaprakash Krishnan Nair, hereby declare that the particulars
given above are true to the best of my knowledge and belief.
the Wildlife Trust of India for elephant conservation. Sd/-
Another project involved crafting a Christmas tree Jayaprakash Krishnan Nair
from recycled plastic bags while highlighting the Dated: March 1, 2024 Signature of Publisher
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