ARCHITECTURE

Architecture with 5 Elements is a collaborative endeavor founded by Ar. Shalini in 2017. Earth, water, fire, wind and space, each of which have from the beginning been collaborators central to human existence. Just like how these 5 are essential and defy any hierarchy, the practice as well despises any hierarchical structure within the design process and believes in the power of collaboration with architects, interior designers, space conceptualizers and craftsmen. The name of the firm also reaffirms the principles and ideals of building the shelter in compliance and as extension to these 5 elements. The firm regards the built appropriately as the third skin after one's own skin and the clothes one wears. Thereby, all the properties of the skin, being breathable and natural is attributed in the built as well... The practice has completed architecture, interior and landscape projects in Hyderabad and is currently spreading itself with projects in Madurai. Local artists have been made..

Primary location: Seattle United States