Archiwes

Archiwes is based in Mumbai, specifically in the 400068 pin code area. We have been working in this part of the city for quite some time now. Architecture in a place like Mumbai is always a challenge because of how tight the spaces are, but that’s just part of the job. Our office is a place where we sit down and try to solve those puzzles every day. It’s not a very large team, so we all know what each other is working on. There is usually music playing in the background while we work on our computer drawings or talk to vendors on the phone. We don't really have a set routine; some days are all about meetings and others are just spent staring at a screen. We try to keep things relaxed here because the work itself can be pretty demanding. We’ve done all sorts of projects over the years, from small renovations to bigger structures. We don't go around calling ourselves experts; we just have a lot of experience doing this in the local context. Most of our time is spent making sure the plans are accurate and that they meet all the local rules. It’s a lot of technical stuff that people don't always see. We just enjoy the process of building things and being part of the architectural scene here in Mumbai. It’s a good way to make a living and keep busy in a city that never stops.