The 4 Step Formula – Ar. Aashna Mansharamani, Principal Architect & Designer at Fine Lines Designers
Embrace Your Unique Perspective: As a designer, your perspective is your greatest asset. Embrace your unique experiences, insights, and sensibilities, and let them inform your design approach.
Cultivate Your Creative Confidence: Believe in yourself and your creative vision. Trust your instincts and don’t be afraid to take risks. Design is a subjective field, so be confident in your ideas and don’t let criticism or doubt hold you back.
Develop Your Skills and Knowledge: Continuously seek out opportunities to learn and grow. Invest in your education, whether through formal training, workshops, or self-directed study.
Build Your Network: Surround yourself with supportive mentors, peers, and collaborators who share your passion for design. Networking is essential in the design industry, so attend events, join professional organizations, and connect with fellow designers and architects who can inspire, challenge, and support you on your journey.
Over all, be bold, be fearless, and never stop pushing the boundaries of what is possible in design.
As Real As It Gets – Ar. Seema Pandey, Co-Founder Studio Arquite
For those of you dreaming of becoming architects or interior designers, let me share some advice from my own journey: Firstly, believe in yourself wholeheartedly. Confidence in your abilities is the foundation for pursuing your passion in architecture or interior design.
Building a strong network is crucial. Connect with mentors, peers, and professionals in the field. Their guidance, support, and the opportunities they offer can be invaluable for your personal and professional growth.
Remember, challenges are not roadblocks; they are stepping stones. Embrace setbacks as opportunities to learn and grow, and let them fuel your determination. Don’t restrict yourself to a narrow path. Explore various aspects of the profession, from design and detailing to development, site exposure, and material exploration. Diverse experiences will enrich your journey.
In the face of adversity, resilience becomes your greatest strength. Keep pursuing your goals with unwavering determination, knowing that challenges are an integral part of the journey. Lastly, never shy away from pushing boundaries and challenging conventions. Your voice and creativity are unique – use them to make your mark on the world of architecture or interior design.
Embracing Individuality – Ar. Natasha N. Kochhar, Associate Partner & Strategist, LTDF
Find your design voice and embrace your unique perspective. Don’t be afraid to challenge the status quo and push boundaries while staying true to your vision. Remember, the journey will be filled with challenges, but perseverance and resilience are key. Network actively, build strong mentorships, and continuously learn and evolve. Remember, the built environment has the power to shape societal narratives, and your contributions as architects and designers can pave the way for a more inclusive and equitable future.
Also , todays narrative of “feminism” is different! It’s not only about making your space or fighting for equality, or is also about embracing our gender with pride.
Wear heels , wear saris , express yourself without the fear that you will be thought of as a “woman”. We are fortunate to be in an industry that has over 50 percent women in the work force – so let’s celebrate our estrogen superpowers, together!
