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Rapid fire round with Amit Murao, Partner, Aashray Design consultants (ADCPL)

He talks about the inspiration behind the design firm's name, signature styles, his favourite architect and more

Amit Murao, Partner, Aashray Design Consultants.
  • What is the inspiration behind your design firm’s name?

Aashray Design Consultants is the name of our company, and the meaning of the
word Aashray is shelter.

  • What is that one design book/movie you found inspiring?

Tron Legacy.

  • In what ways does your personality reflect in your designs?

Modern, Clean and Functional.

  • What inspires you in your day-to-day architectural practice.

Architecture is viewed as a form of creativity that begins with nature and the
environment, with the goal of contributing to the planned and sustainable development of
society.

  • Who is your favourite architect?

Daniel Libeskind.

  • Do you have a signature style?

Contemporary style.

  • The one design philosophy you swear by?

Form and Function are one.

  • The one design quote you find timeless?

Architecture begins where engineering ends.

  • A hobby that sets you apart?

Reading Books

  • A message to those few young practising Architects out there?

Don’t sell your creativity and services for a cheap.

  • Which design blog/page/handle do you follow avidly?

Dezeen and Arch Daily.