Raya Shankhwalker Architects

We are based over in Panjim at E 41. It’s a nice spot near the Mala Fontainhas area, which is full of history and color. Our office fits right into that neighborhood. It’s an architecture firm, so we are constantly working on new designs and renovation ideas. The space inside is pretty simple. We have our desks set up and there are always sketches pinned to the walls. We spend a lot of time discussing projects and how to handle different sites. Being in Panjim is great because we are close to everything. You can walk around and see all sorts of interesting buildings nearby. It’s a lot of mental work, trying to visualize things before they are even built. Sometimes we get caught up in the details and the day just flies by. We aren't a big corporate firm. It’s more of a personal setup where we focus on the work itself. We have our own way of doing things and it seems to work for us. The atmosphere is generally relaxed, even when we have a lot on our plates. We just take it day by day. It’s a good life being an architect in this part of Goa. We feel lucky to have a spot in such a character-filled part of town. We’ve been here for years now and the routine feels right. We keep our coffee mugs full and the drawings moving.