| | APRIL 202619systems. The firm makes use of various architectural and structural software, including Revit and AutoCAD. Tools for structural analysis and testing are also used. These systems help the team align design intent with on-site execution, reducing gaps between planning and construction.The firm's internal journey mirrors its stable design approach. In its current form, the firm began in 2022 with Archan and his wife, both technical professionals, and a small team of two. Since its inception, the culture was focused on teamwork rather than hierarchy. Team members are seen as colleagues rather than employees.Today, the group has grown to 44 people. Its main office operates from Madhyamgram, with a new office planned in Sector V. Beyond Kolkata, the firm has gained recognition for a project in Nepal, earning an award that placed its work on an international stage. Plans for overseas projects are being considered, building on this growing exposure.The broader group includes several specialized entities. CA Olindo focuses on interior work. CA Infra handles government DPR projects and construction. CA Corning manages development activities. Alongside these are soil labs and structural rehabilitation services. Together, these verticals allow the firm to handle projects across different scales and requirements.Balancing Global Influence with Local RootsAs residential development in Kolkata becomes more competitive, many large projects rely on foreign consultants for design direction. For Archan, this trend highlights an important challenge. His aim is not to reject global influence, but to prove that locally rooted practices can deliver quality that meets international standards while staying sensitive to local needs.Creative 76 Silver Heights reflects this belief. It does not rely on spectacle or scale. Instead, it focuses on planning, comfort, and balance. The project responds to its surroundings without being dominated by them. It shows how a standalone building can offer features often reserved for larger housing projects, without becoming crowded or impersonal.Looking ahead, Cacon's goals remain measured. Growth is planned without any rush. New offices, international work, and broader collaborations are also part of the future, but the core approach remains unchanged. Homes, after all, are relived every day. Designing them demands patience, clarity, and respect for how people move, rest, and grow within them. "In a city that is constantly rebuilding itself, Creative 76 Silver Heights stands as a reminder that sometimes, building less allows people to live more," Archan concludes.
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