Archana Salil

Background

About Archana Salil

I am an architect with 30+ years of experience in the AEC industry. Throughout my professional journey, I’ve extensively worked on creating innovative spaces that merge aesthetic appeal with technical precision. With a penchant for creating safe, inspiring, and resilient spaces, I founded Arena Consultants in 2005. We have an extensive portfolio of architecture and interior design projects for laboratories and workspaces across the globe. My expertise lies in crafting efficient and health-driven labs that cater to the intricate needs of scientific and research facilities. At Arena Consultants, each project is designed with a deep understanding of safety protocols, spatial dynamics, and user experience. As a leading design professional, I received the GS10K Certification in Business Leadership from IIM Bangalore. Our work has been featured in various publications like Express Pharma, Architecture Update, and Design Inn Magazine. Also, we have received the Corporate Excellence Award in Laboratory Architecture Design by Lokmat in association with the World CSR Congress. As someone with a passion for giving back to the industry, I am an associate member of the Indian Institute of Architects (IIA) and a LEED Green Associate. I am a member of : Bureau of Indian Standards - Chemical Hazards Sectional Committee BIS CHD 07: International Standards Organisation: Technical Committee ISO/TC/336/SG2: General Principles of Laboratory Design ISO/TC/336/SG3: Mobile Laboratory ISO/TC/336/SG4: Smart Laboratory At Arena Consultants, we are passionate about redefining spaces to improve productivity, enhance safety, and create environments that inspire. Interested in exploring our work? Visit Want to discuss your next project with me? Email: archana@arenaconsultants.net