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Kiran Bhamidipati

Vijayawada

Summary

Urban Designer and Architect with over 15 years of experience delivering transformative urban design projects, mobility frameworks, and public space revitalizations. Skilled in streetscape design, pedestrian networks, market redevelopments, and civic hubs that enhance livability, safety, and cultural identity. Adaptive at integrating informal economies and heritage-sensitive approaches while advancing smart city initiatives and resilient infrastructure across various cities in India. Experienced in policy support, governance frameworks, and participatory planning tools that empower local governments and communities. Expertise spans urban rejuvenation, polycentric strategies, hawking policies, feasibility studies, and settlement planning. Known for translating spatial ideas into practical solutions that strengthen local economies, foster community well-being, and promote ecological balance, bridging visionary design with pragmatic policy.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

CEO

Srivatsa
10.2024 - Current
  • Spearheaded large-scale urban design and development initiatives, delivering sustainable, and commercially viable solutions.
  • Building and managing high-performing, multidisciplinary teams, fostering innovation, accountability, and operational excellence.
  • Collaborate with consultants, engineers, and vendors to find practical solutions.
  • Guided on-site project execution, maintaining quality, safety, and stakeholder satisfaction.
  • Oversaw financial management, including budgeting, cost control, and resource optimization, ensuring a strong ROI.

Principal Architect / Urban Designer

APUIAML
Vijayawada
04.2022 - 10.2024
  • Led end-to-end project management, including design, business operations, procurement, and construction oversight.
  • Directed client, government, and stakeholder engagement to align projects with strategic objectives.
  • Delivered urban design and master plans, supported by 3D renders, walkthroughs, and technical documentation.
  • Managed budgets, schedules, and vendor performance to ensure cost-efficient, timely delivery.
  • Led multidisciplinary teams to drive innovation and execution excellence.

Principal Architect

Srivatsa
Vijayawada
04.2017 - 04.2022
  • Led urban rejuvenation and public realm projects, revitalizing underutilized areas into vibrant, people-centric spaces.
  • Directed and mentored design teams, setting goals, assigning tasks, and fostering innovative, human-centered solutions.
  • Collaborated with clients, government bodies, and stakeholders to align urban design visions with community aspirations.
  • Supported business development through client engagement and delivery of impactful urban design proposals.

Executive Director Architect & Urban Designer

Kshetra
Vijayawada
08.2013 - 04.2017
  • Planned human settlements and urban frameworks, with a focus on livability, resilience, and long-term sustainable growth.
  • Developed and implemented urban conservation strategies, balancing heritage preservation with contemporary development needs.
  • Led and guided design development and project management teams by setting goals, assigning tasks, and ensuring alignment with project objectives.
  • Oversaw on-site execution to ensure adherence to approved design, budget, and construction standards.
  • Managed client relationships and drove business development initiatives to secure new opportunities.

Architect

Kshetra
Hyderabad
07.2010 - 07.2011
  • Skilled in architectural design, building planning, human settlements planning, and conservation works.
  • Designed and delivered sustainable building solutions, integrating functionality, aesthetics, and community needs.

Education

M.Arch - Urban Design

Center For Environmental Planning And Technology University
Ahmedabad
04.2013

B.Arch - Architecture

School of Planning And Architecture, Jawaharlal Nehru Architecture And Fine Arts University
Hyderabad
05.2010

Skills

  • Urban Design & Master Planning
  • Streetscape & Junction Redevelopment
  • Public Space Activation & Pedestrian Zones
  • Mobility Planning & Transport Integration
  • Informal Economy Integration (vendors & hawkers)
  • Policy Advisory & Town Planning Law Support
  • DPR Preparation & Infrastructure Feasibility Studies
  • Participatory Design & Visualization Tools
  • Heritage & Cultural Landscape Management
  • Sustainable & Resilient Development
  • Polycentric Urban Strategy
  • GIS (ArcGIS, QGIS)

Memberships And Honors

  • Council of Architecture (CA/2010/49155)
  • IIA
  • ISOLA
  • IUDI
  • Contributor – COA Norms on Conservation Practice
  • Juror – KLU, VSAPV, ANU, HSOA
  • Participant – APR Environment-Landscape Forum (Seoul, 2016)
  • CEPT + LSE 'Public City' Workshop (2012)

Project Experience

· Urban Rejuvenation Master Plan and Mobility Action Plan for Kurnool, Anantapur, and Srikakulam in Andhra Pradesh: Directed comprehensive urban development and mobility strategy with emphasis on public spaces like park redevelopments, street design guidelines, traffic organization, and pedestrian enhancements Produced high-impact designs, DPRs, and mobility action plans.

· Streets & Public Realm Design- Led streetscaping and junction redevelopment in Kadapa, Vizag, Rajahmundry, Ongole, Raychoty,Nandyala and Kurnool (2022–23). Created pedestrian-friendly, safe, and vibrant public spaces through traffic calming, landscaping, and amenities.Partnered with municipalities (KMC, GVMC, RMC, KUDA) to embed designs into governance frameworks. Smart road development plans for Guntur and Rajahmundry.

· Urban Revitalization in Vijayawada: Eat Street & Besant Road–Lenin Center Precinct: Comprehensive architectural services, landscaping, and urban design for the redevelopment of key commercial and public spaces.

· Eat Street, Panja Centre, Junction Designs – Vijayawada: delivered architectural and landscape services for public nodes integration, including detailed surveys, street activation, mural art, park improvements, and streetscape designs

· Riverfront & Multi-Use Projects – Rajahmahendravaram: Led landscaping, urban design, and infrastructural planning across projects like riverfronts, stadiums, eat streets, and public recreational spaces.

· Feasibility Study – Bridge across Gauthami River (Ainavilli to Mukteswaram): Conducted planning and technical evaluation for river-crossing infrastructure to enhance connectivity in Andhra Pradesh deltaic region (added as per your mention).

· Poorna Market Redevelopment – Visakhapatnam: Integrated hawkers and informal traders into market layout while ensuring functional public space, supported by visual tools and financial planning.

· Hawking master plan and policy input – Rajamahendravaram: Developed a planning policy framework and spatial designs to manage street hawking within public spaces, fostering viability without compromising pedestrian flow

· Ballari Urban Rejuvenation Master Plan: Created a multi-sectoral urban strategy integrating land use, traffic flows, infrastructure finance modeling, and sustainability components.

· Polycentric Andhra Pradesh Strategy: Contributed to spatial planning vision promoting multiple urban growth centers to enhance regional resilience and economic distribution (now included).

· Pulivendula Model Town Design: Designed urban features including civic centers, linked green spaces, bridges, and service hubs with socio-economic upliftment focus.

· Rehabilitation & Resettlement Planning – Polavaram & Mangampeta: Generated spatially sensitive settlements for resettlement with livelihood integration.

· Majuli Cultural Landscape – Assam: Assisted in participatory heritage conservation planning and UNESCO World Heritage nomination, preserving cultural and environmental resilience.

· Guwahati Biotech Park Incubation Centre – Assam: Contributed to climate-responsive and sustainable design proposals for a flagship economic infrastructure.

· Kohima Urban Rejuvenation – Nagaland: Developed context-specific street and public space interventions, emphasizing pedestrian safety, hawker zones, and local identity.

· Megha-Polis Landmark – Shillong: Co-led the design of civic-cultural infrastructure reflecting tribal identities within a smart city framework.

Redevelopment of Approach Road from Hall Gate to Golden Temple, Amritsar (2013)-Urban design and architectural redevelopment of the primary approach road, enhancing pedestrian movement, visitor experience, and cultural identity while improving connectivity between Hall Gate and the Golden Temple.

Timeline

CEO

Srivatsa
10.2024 - Current

Principal Architect / Urban Designer

APUIAML
04.2022 - 10.2024

Principal Architect

Srivatsa
04.2017 - 04.2022

Executive Director Architect & Urban Designer

Kshetra
08.2013 - 04.2017

Architect

Kshetra
07.2010 - 07.2011

M.Arch - Urban Design

Center For Environmental Planning And Technology University

B.Arch - Architecture

School of Planning And Architecture, Jawaharlal Nehru Architecture And Fine Arts University
Kiran Bhamidipati