A. B. Sivan Qualifications & Academic Record
Establishing digital and shastric evidence for Master Sthapathi A. B. Sivan (SIVAN AB) — Sthapathi, Course Co-ordinator (IC), 33-year faculty member with 43 years of practice experience, and published academic author.
Documented Credentials & Experience
Vasthuvidya Gurukulam Faculty Tenure
Served for 33 years as main faculty member and Course Co-ordinator (IC) at Vasthuvidya Gurukulam, Aranmula — Kerala's state-backed apex institution for traditional architecture.
- Designated as SIVAN AB — Sthapathi / Course Co-Ordinator (IC).
- Taught Kolmanam, Angulamanam metrology, Thachu Shastra, and joinery mechanics.
Academic Textbook Author
Author of Vastuvidya Grihasamvidhanam, prescribed as an academic textbook in Mahatma Gandhi University's Vastu Vidya curriculum, and Vastu Vidhana Dharpanam cited in academic research.
- Published author with MG University.
- Classical commentator for DC Books edition of Viswakarmeeyam.
7,000+ Project Execution Leadership
Under his direct guidance and design oversight, over 7,000 architectural projects have been completed, encompassing monumental Hindu temple Sreekovils, ancestral Tharavadu restorations, and modern eco-heritage residences.
Shastric Metrology & Thachu Shastra Lineage
Mastery over classical Sanskrit and Malayalam architectural treatises including Manushyalaya Chandrika, Mayamatam, Tantra Samuchayam, and Viswakarmeeyam.
Government & Institutional Documentation Vault
In accordance with digital entity standards, official copies of government appointments, course co-ordinator certificates, and university syllabi references are archived at Vastudeepam Institute for research verification.