It is oft easy to stick to a mould instead of challenging the norm.
LIJO.RENY.architects however in their 12 years of practice so far, have always believed in pushing the envelope and have made an indelible mark in the field of architecture.
Based out of Kerala, Lijo and Reny have played a pivotal role in revolutionising the architectural scene in the state. The studio’s constant endeavour to experiment and present a new narrative with each project has been duly acknowledged - the firm has won several awards and their work has been extensively documented by distinguished publications.
Both Lijo and Reny are artists at heart - they practice art as a passion - and approach each project through the sensitive eye of an artist. They visualise the materials, form, textures and the personality of a building as a sculptor would do for its artwork. And maybe that could be one of the factors why they are more inclined towards designing residences, as homes allow them to pour in the personality of the residents in their design.
Now the studio has ventured into commercial and institutional spaces as well. Here, they share with us the principles that drive their practice, their passion for art and future plans.
You started your practice in 2005. Please walk us through the journey so far.
We met in a previous firm that we were working for, that’s where we realised we share similar wavelength in terms of design, architecture, art and life in general. In 2005, we got married and immediately started our architectural practice. In the initial phase, we operated from a tiny space at our home and in 2010 we finally moved in with our team into a beautiful office that we now practice from.
This story is from the March 2017 edition of Home Review.
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