Project ArchDeck, led by Prof. Jayesh Pillai at IDC IIT Bombay, is a collaborative mixed reality (MR) application designed to enhance collaboration in architectural design and related fields. The project leverages mixed reality to create a shared environment where multiple users can interact with 3D models, designs, and spatial layouts in real-time. Multiple users can view, modify, and discuss architectural designs simultaneously, regardless of their physical location. Architects, designers, and stakeholders can visualise structures in a spatial context, enabling better understanding of scale, proportions, and design details. The use of MR allows users to experience designs as if they were physically present, enhancing decision-making and creative discussions.

The ScholAR project led by Prof. Jayesh Pillai at IDC IIT Bombay focusses on integrating augmented reality (AR) into education and enhancing remote collaboration through AR technology. ScholAR aims to revolutionise how students interact with educational content, making learning more immersive and interactive. By overlaying digital information on real-world environments, AR helps visualise complex concepts, enhancing engagement and understanding. The project also emphasises remote collaboration in AR, allowing students, educators, and professionals to collaborate in shared virtual spaces despite being geographically separated. This opens up new possibilities for virtual labs, interactive discussions, and hands-on learning experiences without physical proximity. AR’s potential in remote collaboration extends to real-time annotation, 3D visualisations, and interactive sessions, facilitating teamwork and problem-solving in a dynamic, virtual environment.