16 Dec Kavita Parwani Talib
In the past we have lived through times in the belief that “yes, it is the tea that is of essence not so much the cup.”
Architecture is basically a container or something. I hope they will enjoy not so much the teacup, but the tea.
These simple words by Japanese Architect Yoshio Tanigucci have been at the background of what we believe our architecture is about.
In the past we have lived through times in the belief that “yes, it is the tea that is of essence not so much the cup.” As a metaphor, over the last 2 decades of practice we have experimented with a variety of cup styles.
Our Designs have been inspired by forms, colours, new materials, new methods, styles and trends.
We have attempted to kindle an awareness in our clients to make projects that are sensitive to the environment.
Today in the third decade of practice, we are still brewing ‘chai’ that is sought after for the taste; yet tastefully packing it in minimal mugs – equally dictated by both function & form. Simplicity is the guiding principle & allows us to build no more than necessary.
Simplicity is affordable, and efficient for the project as a whole. Simplicity is sustainable. We have consciously removed the excess and stuck to the essential; and our architecture has added elements that were not possible to eliminate. Given that the need of the hour is to judiciously use the natural resources available and for us to create structures that have more positives rather than negative impact.
Our architecture is an outgrowth of a dialogue between the architect & client; and also a manifestation of the commercial aspiration of our patrons. We have attempted to kindle an awareness in our clients to make projects that are sensitive to the environment. By using new-age materials that reduce the carbon footprint of the building during the various stages of construction and occupancy. We also try to integrate futuristic technology in the ancillary services related to the use of the building. All these years we have spent establishing a sound infrastructure for the functioning of the office. We have also ensured that we have the right set of people carefully handpicked and moulded forming our team. The well being of our teams ensures the well being of the designs we work on.
Architecture in our office has moved beyond the single architect to a team of architects. As a architect, and woman I have noticed that no matter what the constitution of a team is: what you really need is a passion and intent to grow a project to its fruition. We have an equal number of both women and men in our team and a healthy respect for each other is it needs to keep a team that works well together.
We believe that beyond the creative, there is also commitment to going beyond a brief and scoring for the client, the user and the environment at large.
Attention energises & intention transforms.
Our focus has moved from the end product to the process of the designs. It will be more sensitive to use of energy and the repercussions of what, how and how much we are building.
The STAPL team has extensive experience in both commercial and residential project design and delivery.
We believe that beyond the creative, there is also commitment to going beyond a brief and scoring for the client, the user and the environment at large.
Kavita Parwani Talib
THEME
Architecture and Practice
DESIGN FIELD
Architecture and Practice
LOCATION
Navi Mumbai, India
STUDIO NAME
Soyuz Talib Architects
ABOUT
An architect by profession; I lead the interior design Studio at STAPL(Soyuz Talib Architects). It is a two decade young design consultancy that I co-founded & partner with Ar Soyuz Talib. Our portfolio is a fusion of modernistic yet functional architecture and interiors.
Our work is a response to the numerous questions that a design brief brings out. We aim for simplicity, precision and material relevance; and through it all an intervention that can stay pertinent in the perspective of time. Our design is an outgrowth of a dialogue between the architect & the client.
You could call me a traveling dreamer, and an avid learner. Traveling across the globe has expanded my perspective beyond mundane horizons and that translates into our designs too Architecture is just Art that we can live in.
Between what I live for and what keeps me alive; I juxtapose between my various roles; mother, daughter, wife, sister, friend… & more often than not a wordsmith by passion. I enjoy toying with words as much as I like making out with ideas to transform space/make a difference.
