Ashish Batra Architect

I run my practice out of H.No.-28 on Street No.16, right on Ganga Road in Jalandhar Cantt. It’s a home-based office, which works out well for everyone. It keeps things casual. Clients come over and we sit and talk about their plans over a cup of tea. It doesn't feel like a stiff business meeting. Jalandhar Cantt is a nice area, and I’ve been here long enough that I know the local building codes like the back of my hand. My workspace is filled with books and rolls of tracing paper. It might look a bit disorganized to an outsider, but there’s a system to it. I spend a lot of time driving around to different sites to check on progress. I think it’s important to be there in person instead of just sending emails. The work is steady. I don't do much in the way of promotion. People usually find me because they saw a house I worked on down the street. I try to be realistic with people about what they can do with their budget. Architecture isn't just about pretty pictures; it’s about making sure the roof doesn't leak and the rooms are the right size. I enjoy the process of seeing something go from a messy sketch to a real building. It’s been my life for years now, and I’m happy doing it right here on Ganga Road.