The conversation begins with a discussion about Gauri’s father and his work in Chandigarh, as well as the influence and impact it created on her as a young child. She describes the challenges her father faced while planning the city, since it was all agricultural land up till then, and it had started developing gradually at the time, with Sector-22 being the only fully developed sector in the area. There were also issues on the political front, and within the professional engagements that he struggled with and had to negotiate. She then goes on to talk about his jovial side and personality, how he invested in a property of his own in Chandigarh, and anecdotes about the family’s interactions with Corbusier at dinners, etc. Recalling life in Chandigarh at the time, she recalls several details about their life, work, relationships, and the general social circles and culture of the city at the time. 

Talking about Eulie Chowdhury, she notes the confidential and private role she played in the administration and how she was trusted with many responsibilities as Chief Architect as well. She remarks how her profession was her entire life and she had a lot of passion for it. She also notes how it was an inspiration for a woman to have that standing at the time. She describes her as a firm leader, who was very western in her looks and outlook, and a strong presence overall.