Architect, academician, researcher and author, Ayan Sen is a multi-hyphenate. With an enviable portfolio that spans institutions, mixed-use developments and social and cultural spaces, Ayan's work embodies a unique blend of functionality, aesthetics and social responsibility. He believes in the premise that 'locally sensitive regional thinking can be integrated with the best of international practices and systems', and this belief has been the founding pillar of his eponymous practice. Ayan Sen Architects Urban Designers and Planners (ASAUDP) was started with the thought of providing collaborative, creative and international professional systems in the growing architectural environs of emerging India.
The Beginning: A Tryst with Architecture
My mother was a historian and my father was a renowned lawyer in Kolkata. We used to travel a lot, and I think visiting multiple cities and historic sites instilled in me the desire to transform buildings and cities. I also grew up in a house that dates back to the 40s'. I think the love for buildings and the desire to transform them became a part of my DNA. By the time I was 18, I was convinced that architecture was my calling. I knew that designing spaces and cities and was something I could do for the rest of my life. In fact, I vividly remember telling my friends that I would build their homes when I grew up. And this was when I was in class X. In that sense, I had a lot of homes to build. So, I guess I always aspired to be an architect.
After studying architecture at CEPT, I went on to pursue master's in urban design from Massachusetts Institute of Technology, USA. I worked with some cutting-edge Indian practices at Ahmedabad and New Delhi, and in urban design and architecture firms in Washington DC and Pittsburgh, USA, where I was entrusted with large scale architectural and master planning projects.
Early Inspirations: People, Places and Ideologies
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A RIVERSIDE SANCTUARY OF DESIGN AND ART
Perched along the Chao Phraya River, Capella Bangkok is an urban sanctuary crafted by Hamiltons International and BAMO, with art by Thai textile artist Ploenchan 'Mook' Vinyaratn-blending with Bangkok's cultural heartbeat to offer an experience that is both timeless and refined
THE SPORTING ICON
A manifesto of potential written in zinc, concrete, and imagination, this university sports arena showcases how thoughtful, innovative architecture can transform urban landscapes and foster a culture of excellence
NATURE NURTURES LEARNING
Blending sustainability with innovative design, Morphogenesis' Vidyashilp Academy redefines educational spaces, fostering holistic development amidst Bengaluru's lush greenery
ME EPICENTER OF ART AND CULTURE
Arthshila at Okhla endeavours to epitomize the essence of exhibition spaces within the context of Delhi
SAKA MUSEUM: BRIDGING SILENCE, HERITAGE, AND DESIGN
From the celestial glow of its lobby to the grounded textures of volcanic rock, the SAKA Museum is a masterclass in thoughtful, place-based design. Under the vision of Wesley Ho, co-founder of the Hong Kong-based firm Napp Studio & Architects, this design-forward museum has evolved into a living, breathing narrative of Bali's identity
SCHUECO INDIA INAUGURATES ITS INDIA WELCOME FORUM IN DELHI NCR
A celebration of innovation, sustainability, and luxury in architecture
PIONEERING DESIGN EDUCATION FORA BETTER WORLD
To commemorate the 10th Anniversary of The Design Village - India's first social design school, we talk to the leadership at the institute that carries its pioneering vision of education for social impact, winning the Don Norman Design Recognition for humanity-centered design, representing the Global South.
DIVIANA DEBUTS IN MILAN: A Landmark In Indian Luxury Design
In an extraordinary milestone for Indian luxury and design, DIVIANA, a premier Indian luxury furniture brand, has opened its first European flagship showroom in Milan's prestigious Montenapoleone District, at Via Monte di Pietà 13/1. This 3200 sq. ft. space seamlessly blends the rich heritage of Indian craftsmanship with the refined aesthetics of Italian design, establishing a bold new narrative for global luxury.
THE MASTER BUILDER
Architect Ayan Sen is committed to pushing the boundaries of design and innovation.
MASTERING THE ART OF DESIGN
In a candid chat with A+D, Nieves Contreras, Creative Director, Lladró speaks about her innate passion for design and her love for craftsmanship
