With growing impulse of infrastructure, architectural profession is undergoing rapid transformation. To address the current issues among the fraternity KLE Technological University in collaboration with Indian Institute of Architects Hubballi Dharwad Centre conducted an interactive session on ‘Architectural Education and Profession’ at Hans hotel, Hubballi on 22nd July 2019. The formal event was presided over by Ar. Vijay Garg, acting president, Council of Architecture, New Delhi, Dr. Ashok Shettar, Vice Chancellor- KLE Technological University, Hubli, Ar. Mahesh Hiremath, Chairman-IIA Hubballi Dharwad Centre, Ar. Vidyadhar Wodeyar past Chairman-IIA Karnataka chapter and Dr. Vinaya Hiremath, Head, School of Architecture, KLE Technological University Hubballi. Addressing a gathering of 100 architects of Hubballi and Dharwad. Ar. Vijay Garg threw light upon the current trends in the profession, which was followed by a very energetic interactive session where architects collectively discussed and debated on various current issues. Followed by lunch, a technical presentation was held by the event sponsors Daikin. The event concluded with a presentation by Mr. Narayan, Chief engineer and Ar. Harsha Annigeri on Smart City projects and role of architects in an inclusive design and development of the twin- city.