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Project details, evolving practice and inspirations

Summary:

The session begins in the middle of a discussion about a design approach Sujatha followed for a hotel project she worked on, how it came into being, and the intricate details that evolved out of the project. She notes how the ethos and perception of the brand was sustained while giving the structures and spaces a new and desirable look. She shares an interesting anecdote about how they created a unique artwork for the lobby with silk patchwork pieces and notes that the overall result of the work was highly satisfying. She further goes into detail about a beach house project she undertook and describes how the elements of that space came together. Reflecting on her projects, she shares her comments on the largely evolving architecture of Chennai, how it has changed over the years and how that has influenced her practice. On the topic of client relationships, how they have sustained and her approach, she notes how many clients have been repeated by now and it also becomes a generation thing. She also comments on how she managed client requests and requirements in her work. The conversation then veers off to discuss how the practice has changed and evolved, the choices available in the market today and how it affects decisions, and Sujatha shares her insights on the same. The session concludes with her talking about and mentioning names of prominent architects, firms, and academicians she engaged with and who have inspired her career and approach. 

Practitioner:

Sujatha Shankar

Interviewee:

Sujatha Shankar

Interviewer:

Ishita Shah

Duration:

00.34.53

Mode:

Online

Date:

07/05/2022

Language:
English

People:
Balkrishna Vithaldas Doshi
Highlights:
(00:00:32:04) Renovating The Taj Coromandel, (00:06:38:26) Beach house design process, (00:10:17:08) Characteristics of architectural evolution in Chennai, (00:13:23:14) Ecological consciousness while using glass, (00:15:05:00) Establishing relationship with clients and changes in requirements, (00:22:24:10) Changes in interaction with contractors