While functional requirements remain the focus with due regard to climatic parameters, he believes that the design process is as important as the designed artefact itself.
His detailing adheres to the concept of creating modern expression of a site-sensitive architecture; he takes up influences of vernacular architecture and fuses with modern technology to get results, where simplicity prevails and nests with the nature.
With a focus to evolve new typologies for each project type, the process of evolution allows them to look afresh at standard practices, opening up the architectural diagram to innovative interpretations.
From the very beginning, Raghavendran focussed on sustainable and eco-friendly principles, conducive to intelligent building concepts – much before the approach became a buzzword.
She has developed a distinct architectural vocabulary consisting of common spaces, courtyards, high ceilings, jaalis, etc. in conjunction with contemporary elements.
In an exclusive dialogue with Commercial Design, Sathya Raj, principal architect, Raj Consultants, discusses genesis of his projects and enthuses about his vision and plans for the future
Deben Moza, executive director, head of project management services at Knight Frank India, articulates about the scope and involvement of property management consultants in the development of efficient commercial building and spaces
