The term conservation is a jargon that finds popular, off hand use today. But what is conservation in its actual sense? What are we so intent upon saving and why is it necessary to do so? Conservation Architect Kalpana Ahmed weaves a picaresque narrative that starts with her quest to preserve buildings with stories which in due course bloomed into humble lifestyle of living within needs - the true act of conservation in her opinion. Kalpana has worked extensively in the field of building conservation and architectural education. She oversaw the conservation of the Senate House of the University of Madras. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at
The term conservation is a jargon that finds popular, off hand use today. But what is conservation in its actual sense? What are we so intent upon saving and why is it necessary to do so? Conservation Architect Kalpana Ahmed weaves a picaresque narrative that starts with her quest to preserve buildings with stories which in due course bloomed into humble lifestyle of living within needs - the true act of conservation in her opinion. Kalpana has worked extensively in the field of building conservation and architectural education. She oversaw the conservation of the Senate House of the University of Madras. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at
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