Ashwin Architects

You can find us at number 23 on Ratnavilas Road in Basavanagudi. This part of Bangalore still has that old-world feel with the big trees and traditional houses lining the streets. Our office fits right into that vibe. It’s an older building, and the rooms have high ceilings which helps keep the place cool even in the summer. We have our drafting tables set up near the windows where the natural light is best. There is always a lot of paper around—big rolls of drawings, sketches on small pads, and notebooks filled with various ideas. It’s not a sterile environment; it looks like people are actually working and creating here. We have some old wooden cupboards for our files, and the desks are a bit scratched up from years of use. Ratnavilas Road is usually quite pleasant, though it can get very busy during the festival seasons because of the temples nearby. We often walk down the street to grab a coffee at one of the local spots during the afternoon. The atmosphere in the office is usually quiet, with just the sound of pens on paper or someone clicking a mouse. We don't have a fancy receptionist or a polished waiting room. If you come in, you just find us at our desks. It’s a comfortable place to work, and we like being in this historic part of the city. It feels very honest and grounded.