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Explore the fascinating world of Architecture and Design through engaging interviews and informative content. Join us as we speak with top architects and designers to uncover their unique journeys and design philosophies. Get an inside look at their inspiration behind pursuing in this industry and learn about the steps they took to start their own design practices. Whether you're a student, professional, or simply interested in learning more these podcast will change your perspective towards design. read less
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Ar. Qutub Mandviwala and Contextual Architecture
10-04-2024
Ar. Qutub Mandviwala and Contextual Architecture
Ar. Qutub Mandviwala Principal Architect, Mandviwala Qutub & Associates. With a rich experience of nearly three decades, Ar. Qutub Mandviwala has over the years developed a reputation to provide innovative design solutions within the context. He is an alumnus of Rachana Sansad Mumbai, graduated from the Academy of Architecture in the year 1988. Mr. Mandviwala engages in various work experiments with new spatial concepts intensifying existing urban landscapes and encompassing all fields of design, from the urban scale to interiors. Known as an architect who consistently pushes the boundaries of sustainable design, he has various townships, high-rise buildings, residential, commercial, hotels, hospitals and office interior projects to his credit across India. He believes that great buildings and spaces can inspire, influence and enhance the lives of their users and the community. Spaces for learning, for socializing, for work, contemplative spaces, and spaces to live and grow old in, must contribute to the positive qualities of life, productivity, and happiness of their occupants. Over the years, he has developed an architectural language forging design sensibilities that are inherent to site’s climate and conditions. His approach to design is simplistic with a minimal and modern flair. The largest urban renewal project in Mumbai, Bhendi Bazaar Redevelopment project is designed by Mr. Mandviwala. With an area of 7.5 million, this project has been applauded and recognized as India’s first smart city project by the Honorable Prime Minister of India. He is also responsible for the design and execution of an international school for Wockhardt Group. The school has been featured in the list of 16 most beautiful schools in the world as per Business Insider INDIA and was also selected for World Architecture Festival 2017, Berlin. Ar. Qutub Mandviwala is a proud recipient of Bharat Gaurav Award with Gold Medal for Outstanding Contribution to National Development. He has also been felicitated with various prestigious awards like Indian Achievers Award for Outstanding Contribution in Architecture & Interior Design by Society Interiors (2018); Build Awards for Best for Mixed-Use Architecture & Design 2018 - Mumbai; Indian Achievers Award for Construction & Design (2009), Bhartiya Nirman Ratan Award (2009), Asia Pacific International Award for Best Mixed Use Development (2010), Artist in Concrete Awards 2011, Architect of the year award 2013 by CNBC.
Things you should not say to an Architect | Part 2
27-06-2023
Things you should not say to an Architect | Part 2
Watch Full Episode: https://youtu.be/Op4RDeLy3nI⁠ Things you should not say to an Architect. A season finale with lot of fun and candid chat with our guests. Ar. Karan Desai Ar. Jay Shah Ar. Karan Daisaria Ar. Bhavik Mehta Ar. Karan Desai: (KARAN DESAI Architecture + Design). is a young firm, into High-end Interiors and Furniture for Residential and Commercial Properties. We don't stop at just interiors, but are involved in everything related to DESIGN. This is the unique "styling" experience we bring to the table by creating perfection in the visual expression of a space. Ar. Jay Shah: (Access Architects) grew up travelling to various places in India and abroad with a varying and rich cultural history. He recognized a part of him that was sensitively aware of the effect that great buildings had on the people within them. The internal optimist in him believes that great architecture helps enrich the soul. Ar. Karan Daisaria: (Daisaria Associates) is an architectural firm that was founded in 1960 by Late Valjibhai Daisaria. Presently led by Ar. Manoj Daisaria & Ar.Karan Daisaria the firm provides full professional services that include feasibility study, architectural design, interior design, liasoning /tenders and project management. It has also avidly been associated with International & National Architectural Competitions and Public Infrastructure projects. Ar. Bhavik Mehta: (Green squares Design Studio) An Ahmedabad based firm, with intentions of being innovative and perfectionist and passion towards Green Architecture and creative interiors. Their aim to make the society “Self- Sustainable”. Follow me on social media: Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/f.y.i.arch⁠⁠  Facebook: ⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/fyiarchfb⁠⁠  Linkedin: ⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/sagarsaoji/⁠⁠ Email : Info@fyiarch.com Also Visit my ⁠⁠#Amazon⁠⁠ Storefront where you will find products related to Architecture and Essential Office and Stationery products. Link: ⁠⁠https://www.amazon.in/shop/f.y.i.arch⁠⁠
Things you should not say to an Architect | Part 1
27-06-2023
Things you should not say to an Architect | Part 1
Watch Full Episode: https://youtu.be/HshY8kkIOUo Things you should not say to an Architect. A season finale with lot of fun and candid chat with our guests. Ar. Karan Desai Ar. Jay Shah Ar. Karan Daisaria Ar. Bhavik Mehta Ar. Karan Desai: (KARAN DESAI Architecture + Design). is a young firm, into High-end Interiors and Furniture for Residential and Commercial Properties. We don't stop at just interiors, but are involved in everything related to DESIGN. This is the unique "styling" experience we bring to the table by creating perfection in the visual expression of a space. Ar. Jay Shah: (Access Architects) grew up travelling to various places in India and abroad with a varying and rich cultural history. He recognized a part of him that was sensitively aware of the effect that great buildings had on the people within them. The internal optimist in him believes that great architecture helps enrich the soul. Ar. Karan Daisaria: (Daisaria Associates) is an architectural firm that was founded in 1960 by Late Valjibhai Daisaria. Presently led by Ar. Manoj Daisaria & Ar.Karan Daisaria the firm provides full professional services that include feasibility study, architectural design, interior design, liasoning /tenders and project management. It has also avidly been associated with International & National Architectural Competitions and Public Infrastructure projects. Ar. Bhavik Mehta: (Green squares Design Studio) An Ahmedabad based firm, with intentions of being innovative and perfectionist and passion towards Green Architecture and creative interiors. Their aim to make the society “Self- Sustainable”. Follow me on social media: Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/f.y.i.arch⁠⁠  Facebook: ⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/fyiarchfb⁠⁠  Linkedin: ⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/sagarsaoji/⁠⁠ Email : Info@fyiarch.com Also Visit my ⁠⁠#Amazon⁠⁠ Storefront where you will find products related to Architecture and Essential Office and Stationery products. Link: ⁠⁠https://www.amazon.in/shop/f.y.i.arch⁠⁠
Ar. Tushar Kothawade and ID Chiranjivi Lunkad on dealing with materials
27-06-2023
Ar. Tushar Kothawade and ID Chiranjivi Lunkad on dealing with materials
Watch Full Episode: https://youtu.be/llabT_ApdgQ Studio Infinity was co-founded in 2008. Today, the Studio offers inputs in various facets for end-to-end design solutions, covering Architecture, Interiors and Landscape. Since its inception, Studio Infinity has successfully completed a wide spectrum of projects with an intention to create a common platform, where creative endeavours are backed by professional expertise. With a very conscious effort, the firm has been carving its way ahead to be a holistic design practice, than getting type cast in particular type of projects. Studio Infinity has always been creating spaces with good design values. Integration of arts and traditional crafts is an inseparable aspect of the design process. The team believes that design interventions cast a major impact on the user and its surroundings. Keeping this in mind, the firm focuses on creating more meaningful spaces for its’ occupants, adhering to the realistic aspects of budget and time. Follow me on social media: Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/f.y.i.arch⁠⁠  Facebook: ⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/fyiarchfb⁠⁠  Linkedin: ⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/sagarsaoji/⁠⁠ Email : Info@fyiarch.com Also Visit my ⁠⁠#Amazon⁠⁠ Storefront where you will find products related to Architecture and Essential Office and Stationery products. Link: ⁠⁠https://www.amazon.in/shop/f.y.i.arch⁠⁠
Ar. Shabbir Unwala talks about Good and Bad Architecture
23-06-2023
Ar. Shabbir Unwala talks about Good and Bad Architecture
Watch Full Episode: https://youtu.be/_47yxRBmGZE Ar. Shabbir Unwala Graduated from Rachna Sansad in 1986, He Worked for couple of firms in Bombay till 1987 but realized that he needed a change of scenery. He then Migrated to Lonavala in 1988 and joined Nachiket and Jayoo Patwardhan where besides doing Architecture, he also worked with them on movies as an Asst Art Director, He was an Asst Director on Canadian movie called ‘Bye Bye Blues’ and Marathi feature film called ‘Limited Manuski’ Started his firm Design Workshop in 1989 and since then has been chasing this chimera, where he looks for the intersection of subtle art of Storytelling with the hard logic of Structure. He says, The Journey of last 31 years has been one of adventure and discovery where he was fortunate to do different building typology, from houses to Resorts to 5 star hotels to Museums to Schools to Training Centers to Public Promenade and also develop a completely New Typology of building on the Mountain Slopes. Follow me on social media: Instagram: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/f.y.i.arch⁠ Facebook: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/fyiarchfb⁠ Linkedin: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/sagarsaoji/⁠ Email : Info@fyiarch.com Also Visit my ⁠#Amazon⁠ Storefront where you will find products related to Architecture and Essential Office and Stationery products. Link: ⁠https://www.amazon.in/shop/f.y.i.arch⁠ Credits: All Project photographs are original Property of Design Workshop