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  • Godrej Value Co-Creators Club Polls Reveal Demand for Green, Inclusive Urban Spaces

    Godrej Value Co-Creators Club

    Locks & Architectural Solutions, a business of the Godrej Enterprises Group, has released findings from VC Live Season 3, its flagship knowledge-sharing initiative hosted under the Godrej Value Co-Creators Club (GVCC).

    The series reaffirmed sustainable design as the defining force in the future of urban architecture and planning.

    Over the course of five episodes, the Godrej Value Co-Creators Club series engaged architects, urban designers, students, and professionals in vibrant discussions.

    Poll responses revealed safety measures as the top priority for urban livability, followed by the demand for pedestrian-friendly streets and efficient public transport systems.

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    Notably, respondents overwhelmingly identified parks and green spaces as the most urgent requirement for cities, surpassing bike lanes, community centers, and other urban features.

    Godrej Value Co-Creators Club Polls Reflect Public Demand for Sustainability

    Sustainability was the recurring theme throughout the series. Findings showed that 51% of participants believe the design approach has the greatest impact on sustainability, outweighing the roles of materials and energy efficiency. Moreover, 86% of respondents expressed a desire for more sessions focusing on sustainable and innovative design practices.

    Looking ahead, 60% of participants highlighted sustainable design as the most important factor shaping future architecture, ranking it above smart technology and community-driven planning.

    Additionally, 41% of respondents prioritized the creation of green and open spaces for the cities of tomorrow, followed closely by calls for climate-friendly infrastructure.

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    Speaking on the success of the initiative, Shyam Motwani, Business Head – Locks & Architectural Solutions, Godrej Enterprises Group, stated: “Through VC Live, we aim to connect global thought leaders with India’s design and architecture community, sparking conversations that inspire real change. The overwhelming feedback reflects a clear and urgent call for design that protects our planet, nurtures human connections, and boldly reimagines how cities can work for everyone.”

    GVCC: A Platform for Innovation and Collaboration

    Hosted under the Godrej Value Co-Creators Club banner, the VC Live series continues to act as a platform for dialogue on sustainable urban planning and future-ready architecture.

    GVCC also provides its members with exclusive benefits, including access to trend insights, design reports, rewards, and recognition through initiatives like the GeeVees Awards.

    With a strong legacy and forward-looking vision, Locks & Architectural Solutions remains committed to design-led innovation, collaboration, and sustainability in shaping India’s urban spaces.

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    • Salil Urunkar

      Salil Urunkar is a senior journalist and the editorial mind behind Sahyadri Startups. With years of experience covering Pune’s entrepreneurial rise, he’s passionate about telling the real stories of founders, disruptors, and game-changers.

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