Chandrakant S. Kanthigavi

About

I see master planning as bringing life to a place, not just lining up buildings. For me, every site has its own vibe, whether it’s a sprawling campus, a spiritual spot, or a messy urban terminal. My aim is always to make spaces feel real and connected to people and nature.

How I Work

• I rarely start with a fixed idea. Most of the time, I get a blank slate and no brief - and that’s where the magic happens.
• I spend a lot of time digging into the local culture, stories, and history. Sometimes I mix Kannada (local language) in client chats to get nuances that English just misses.
• I use sketches, models, and 3D renders, but the real work is in talking, listening, and co-creating.
• Whether I’m designing a campus master plan strategy for a university or a temple complex, I try to make every corner feel intentional.

What Guides My Blueprints

• I respect the cultural soul of each place. For spiritual projects, I work with traditional experts like Sthapati and design the courtyards and pathways with as much care as the buildings.
• I plan for flexible growth frameworks so spaces can change and grow for decades.
• Sustainability is always front and center. I use the site’s natural contours, harvest water, and create green pockets that make the place breathe.
• End-user experience is everything. I map out journeys - from a devotee’s path in a temple to how a student moves across a campus.

Projects That Tell a Story

• In Hubli’s Shiva temple, I turned 6.5 acres into a spiritual journey, even adding a Gaushala (cow shed) and Kalyani (temple tank).
• In Tripura, I shaped a Buddhist university’s master plan from scratch, using sustainable site development and the natural slope to build a lake and meditation hall.
• For the Ranchi bus terminal, I tackled urban chaos with clear pedestrian routes and smart commercial planning.

I don’t just design space. I try to find its soul and let it grow.