Architectural Design Process and Collaborative Projects

A cherished memory of sharing my work with the late B.V. Doshi, a foundational figure in my architectural journey. These moments of mentorship and conversation are vital, recharging the spirit and clarifying the purpose of our work.

In conversation with my mentor, B.V. Doshi, explaining a project. The opportunity to learn from and be in dialogue with masters is a privilege that has profoundly shaped my architectural thinking.

A discussion with fellow architects at Studio Thirdspace. The exchange of ideas is the lifeblood of our profession, and these informal conversations often lead to the most profound insights.

Collaboration is a physical act of listening and responding. Every project is a team effort, enriched by the diverse perspectives of artists, craftspeople, and other thinkers.

On-site in the old city of Tiruchirapalli with local architects before a design workshop. Understanding a place begins with walking its streets and talking to the people who know it best.

A morning cup of filter coffee at a local shop in Tiruchirapalli. The most meaningful design discussions often happen in the most unassuming settings, grounded in the everyday life of a place.

An exhibition space at SEED Kochi, where student work is displayed alongside professional art. This environment, where old structures house new ideas, perfectly reflects the ethos of adaptive reuse.

Student sketches displayed against a wall where the original laterite brick is exposed. This juxtaposition of new analysis and old material is a powerful teaching tool, showing the direct connection between study and the physical reality of a building.