Neilsoft

We are based in an apartment building called Jaldarshan on the fourth floor. It’s in a part of Mumbai that is always moving, but once you get inside the flat, it’s a bit more peaceful. We have converted the rooms into workspaces with desks and computers everywhere. Living and working in an apartment means things are a bit tight, but we make it work. We can see the other buildings and a bit of the street from E 4. When the monsoons come, we have to make sure the windows are shut tight or the papers start flying. It’s a very local way to run a business. We know the neighbors and the lift operator by name. Our kitchen is where we go to brew tea and talk about the latest projects. It doesn't feel like a cold, corporate office because it used to be someone's home. We have kept some of the old wooden cupboards for our files. Most of our work is done on the computer, but we still have a lot of physical drawings and notes scattered around. It’s a bit of a squeeze when we have everyone in at the same time, but we like the closeness. It keeps us talking and solving things together. We aren't looking for a fancy glass tower; this place in Mumbai suits us just fine. We just put on our headsets and get into the zone every morning. It’s a regular job, and we enjoy it.