PARTNERS IN DESIGN: STRIKING THE WORK-LIFE BALANCE- WITH PRIYANKA KHANNA AND RUDRAKSH CHARAN
Architecture + Design|Anniversary Special 2024
In the buzzing world of design and construction, the duo of Priyanka Khanna and Rudraksh Charan emerges like a blockbuster script waiting to be told.
Ankita Rathod
PARTNERS IN DESIGN: STRIKING THE WORK-LIFE BALANCE- WITH PRIYANKA KHANNA AND RUDRAKSH CHARAN

Picture this: from their humble beginnings in the labyrinth of architectural academia, they rose, not just as real-life partners, but as the dynamic duo behind the super successful design powerhouse—42mm. Think of it as a charming rom-com meets architectural brilliance, with Priyanka’s meticulous eye for detail perfectly complementing Rudraksh’s flair for innovation.

But hold your popcorn, because there’s more! As spouses and design partners, they aren’t just battling blueprints and budgets; they’re navigating the rollercoaster of married life. Cue the drama: balancing dreams and deadlines, passion and pragmatism, love and labour—all against the backdrop of construction sites and client meetings.

Interestingly, their story isn’t just about buildings; it’s about the power of partnership in shaping destinies. It’s about how collaboration isn’t just about sharing tasks; it’s about sharing dreams. In the glittering world of design, where every line drawn is a stroke of destiny, Priyanka and Rudraksh show us that the real masterpiece isn’t the building—it’s the bond between two people chasing their dreams together.

FORGING A DESIGN ALLIANCE: FROM ARCHITECTURE SCHOOL TO CO-FOUNDING 42MM

Priyanka Khanna (PK): Well, Rudraksh and I met during our time at architectural school as batchmates. And, while there wasn’t a single defining moment that brought us together, it was our shared passion for design and compatible working styles that formed the basis of our connection. After gaining experience at different firms, we decided to combine our strengths and open our own firm to collaborate on projects.

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