the balcão is a personal architecture blog + zine by Lester Silveira
Hi, I’m Lester, an architect with a deep passion for conservation
Having completed my undergraduate degree at Manipal University and trained under Conservation Architect Vikas Dilawari in Mumbai, I went on to immerse myself in the field of architectural conservation in various realms ranging from the urban to the building level. As part of the Goa Collective, a group of professional design studios working towards improving urban spaces and public life in Goa, we engage with local communities helping them preserve their heritage through documentation, public lectures and in a pro bono advisory capacity. Having worked as a consultant to INTACH Bengaluru Chapter, I have overseen restoration projects working closely with craftsmen and local communities, whilst also carrying out research and documentation of the city’s heritage, and various outreach programmes like heritage walks and workshops with the aim of making citizens aware of their history and built environment.
I started this blog in August 2017 to be a platform where I could share my thoughts and writings on architecture. I write mostly about the things that interest me – heritage, conservation, photography and about life. I usually do 2 or 3 posts a year; you could still sign up for my newsletter so that whenever I do post, you get it delivered straight to your inbox!
