About

About ISOLA

Indian Society of Landscape Architects (ISOLA)

Established in 2003, ISOLA is India’s premier professional body representing landscape architects. A full member of IFLA, ISOLA works to advance the profession through education, ethics, and advocacy. Its members include practicing professionals, educators, researchers, and government advisors committed to shaping sustainable and inclusive open spaces across India.

Key Objectives of ISOLA:

Promote high standards in landscape design and planning
Foster public awareness of environmental stewardship
Facilitate collaboration across built environment disciplines
ISOLA’s presence in IFLA positions India as a key contributor to global landscape discourse.

About IFLA

International Federation of Landscape Architects (IFLA)

IFLA is the global voice of landscape architecture. Representing over 77 national associations, IFLA connects landscape architects across five regions to advocate for sustainable, resilient, and inclusive environments. The Asia Pacific Region (APR) is one of its most vibrant chapters, encompassing rapidly urbanizing countries that are at the frontline of climate change, biodiversity loss, and urban expansion.

IFLA’s Mission:

Champion the landscape profession worldwide
Promote policy and design strategies for climate action
Create platforms for professional exchange and education

Why Asia Pacific Matters: IFLA APR

With nearly 60% of the world’s population, the APR is where global challenges meet innovation—and IFLA APR 2025 is where these ideas converge.

IFLA APR Committee

IFLA Asia Pacific Regional Committee

The IFLA APR Committee is composed of representatives from national associations across the Asia-Pacific region. They are responsible for regional programming, cross-border collaborations, and initiatives that address shared landscape challenges—from rising sea levels to urban liveability.

Roles of the Committee:

Define strategic themes for the APR Congress
Liaise with host countries and chapters
Ensure regional representation in global forums

For 2025, the APR Committee is working closely with ISOLA to design a Congress that reflects the urgent landscape priorities of our time.

ISOLA Executive Committee

Meet the ISOLA Executive Committee

The ISOLA Executive Committee (EC) is the apex body that governs the society and drives its strategic decisions. These elected professionals bring decades of experience across practice, policy, and academia.

Committee Responsibilities:

Represent India in IFLA affairs
Curate national policy dialogues
Champion educational reforms in landscape architecture

The EC’s stewardship of IFLA APR 2025 ensures the Congress is rooted in India’s landscape realities while connecting to global ambitions.

Event Organising Committee

The IFLA APR 2025 Organising Committee

The Organising Committee brings together members from ISOLA, local experts, and experienced event professionals to plan and execute the Congress.

Core Functions:

Curate content, themes, and speakers
Manage logistics, sponsorship, and partnerships
Ensure a seamless delegate experience

This committee serves as the operational and creative heart of the IFLA APR 2025 experience.

“A Congress designed by practitioners, for practitioners—with every detail aligned to professional growth and community building.”

ISOLA Advisory Board

Guiding Vision: ISOLA Advisory Board

Comprised of eminent personalities from landscape architecture, urban planning, ecology, and public policy, the ISOLA Advisory Board plays a pivotal role in setting the long-term direction of the Congress.

Their Role:

Provide thought leadership for the event’s themes
Recommend keynote speakers and institutional collaborations
Ensure continuity between IFLA APR 2025 and ISOLA’s broader mission
The advisory board ensures the event remains visionary, inclusive, and rooted in real-world impact.

About

About ISOLA

Indian Society of Landscape Architects (ISOLA)

Key Objectives of ISOLA:

About IFLA

International Federation of Landscape Architects (IFLA)

IFLA’s Mission:

Why Asia Pacific Matters: IFLA APR

IFLA APR Committee

IFLA Asia Pacific Regional Committee

Roles of the Committee:

Chris Tiddswell

Cathe Desiree S Nadal

Matt Chu

Priyanka Ranatunga

Terence Tan

Wen-Shan Huang

Pamela Sarunya J. Pagana

Norman June Brito

Paul Chan

ISOLA Executive Committee

Meet the ISOLA Executive Committee

Committee Responsibilities:

Urmila Rajadhyaksha

Rohini Prasad

Maithily Velangi

Dhanashree Kulkarni

Sridevi Rao, Ph.D

Devayani Deshmukh Upasani

Bhakti Thakoor

Dhara Shah

Ankur Jajpuria

Rashhmi Paramesh

Sanjana Khemani

Sadaf Faridi

Dhileep Kumara Raja Govindan

Deepak U Rao

Event Organising Committee

The IFLA APR 2025 Organising Committee

Core Functions:

Urmila Rajadhyaksha

Rohini Prasad

Devayani Deshmukh Upasani

Deepak Rao

Hrishikesh Phadke

Ankur Jajpuria

Anuradha Puri Rathore

Arti Nagotka

Bhakti Thakoor

Chandrani Chakrabarti

Deepa Maheshwari

Dhara Shah

Ganga Krishnan

Gayatri Narkar

Hemanshu Taneja

Madhup Mazumder

Maithily velangi

Mythili Madhusudhan

Nikhil Dhar

Prachi Wakaley

Pragya Shankar

Pranita Sawant

Rashhmi Paramesh

Rutuja Parakh

Sandeep Menon

Savitha Raje

Shruti Phadnis Humane

Sudhir R Chougule

Sujatha Hingorani

Sushriya Dhamanekar

Swanand Mahashabde

Swati Desai

Tintu Rajan

ISOLA Advisory Board

Guiding Vision: ISOLA Advisory Board

Their Role:

Rohit Marol

Sachin Jain

Savita Punde

Sridevi Rao, Ph.D