Qutub Mandviwala

About

Urban design, for me, is about people, not just buildings. I try to shape communities where folks can live, work, and play, whether it's a city block or a whole village. My aim is always to design for the long haul, not just patch things up for now. A place should feel like it belongs to you, and you to it.

How I Tackle Projects

I start by listening and soaking in the vibe - the climate, culture, and land shape every decision. My master plans cover everything from the first sketch to the last brick. If I say “sustainability,” I'm not just ticking boxes. That means using local materials, designing for the climate, thinking about stuff like rainwater harvesting and waste management. Community-centric urban planning is always at the core.

Real Projects, Real Stories

• Revitalized Bhendi Bazaar for 20,000+ people with wider streets and green courtyards, keeping the area’s Fatemid culture alive.
• Designed a village model with public squares, play zones, and connected pathways, showing what rural master planning can do.
• Worked on Pune’s biggest Health City and mixed-use township design, blending homes, shops, and healing spaces.

Making Constraints Work

Odd-shaped sites? I see them as design challenges.

• Turned a boomerang-shaped plot into two slim towers with killer views.
• Made crescent-shaped high-rises on a pear-shaped site to funnel views the right way.
• Twisted a long, narrow building for better sunlight and sea link views.

Why It Matters

End of the day, I want to create places that offer flexibility, privacy, and a sense of home. Whether it's a tiny apartment for a big family or a massive township, thoughtful, climate-responsive master plans can make all the difference.