Sensible Design

Architecture, for me, has always been a way of life. I grew up in an environment of design, having been born to an Architect father and an equally creative mother who excelled in art and nurtured in me the values of appreciating detail and goodness in everything. To top it all, I was born in Chandigarh, the epitome of modern Architecture in independent India. The environment at home was always conducive to design and creativity. Throughout my growing years, our conversations subtly centred around art and design, which ingrained in me the ability to seek inspiration from and appreciate the finer things in life. I am blessed to have been surrounded by people who are a constant source of inspiration and motivation throughout my journey from education to the happening of Studio K.I.AI stepped into the profession over three decades ago armed with a Bachelors (Honors) degree in Architecture from the Chandigarh College of Architecture. Studio K.I.A is always a Work In Progress. We conform to no particular architectural style though designing contextually aesthetic and functional environments is what we believe in. The art of Architecture is storytelling, and the science of it is innovation. Design Philosophy at Studio K.I.A takes root in this wisdom. Principles of design vary for each project in our Studio, but we continue to seek inspiration and innovation. Read also: The ArSHEtect Perspective: Featuring Shikha Doogar Our project profile includes High rise residential communities, Luxury Residential, Hospitality, Institutional and I.T. buildings, Civic buildings, all of which are people-centric. Sensible and sensitive architecture is a high priority while designing such spaces. We believe in a collaborative, communicative and contextual design approach that transcends use, purpose, aesthetic and function to create meaningful architecture. Each project is uniquely different and reflective of the cumulative experience, expertise and excellence of our energetic and enthusiastic team. We deliver designs close to the original intent and within the stipulated time and budget. Repeat clients are the most satisfying award for an architect and speak volumes for one’s work. Read also: Aludecor’s Metallic Shades of ACP Sheets are “As Good as Gold” By keeping inspiration alive to create, conceive and design, conjuring up creations which work, as functionally appreciative art as well as to create a balance between the requisite and the rhythm in Architecture, would be the ultimate. Architecture is like a souvenir that an Architect leaves for the world to see for generations. We are committed to building ‘green’ in the interest of the community at large. Our Architecture is people-centric, and our buildings are sensitive and responsive to sustainable and sensible design. About Ar. Sabeena: Ar. Sabeena Khanna, Co-founder of Studio K.I.A. Sabeena Khanna has served on several, reputed design juries namely A+D Spectrum, JK Cement, COA NIASA student thesis jury, IDAC Intelligence series, A+D CERA design awards, FoAID, Berger Architecture Ideas awards, JIMS Interior Design, Ace Tech Grand Stand, besides authoring articles and papers for publications. Sabeena's Media appreciation comprises of AD, IFJ, Design Detail, A+D, MGS Architecture, Design Matrix, Buildotech, Architecture Update, Projects Mirror, iDecorama, Ace Update, Architect and Interiors India and many more. Asia Biz Today, a knowledge initiative by BERG, Singapore featured Sabeena as a trailblazer in the global realms of Real Estate and Architecture.Sabeena has been a Guest Speaker at various professional and women forums namely - WADe Asia 2017 & 2018 Women’s Economic Forum 2017 (WEF) Jaguar Design Confab 2018 & 2019 IDAC Intelligence series 2019 , Delhi Renomania – Smart Home Lighting (professional E- series) Talk of Town 2018 & 2019 for Surfaces Reporter Le Corbusier memorial lecture at CCA, Chandigarh W- Talk, Wommenovator, Chandigarh Interior Trends of 2018 at FLOU launch IDAC Intelligence series 2020 , Mumbai Prestigious projects undertaken by the Studio K.I.A include- District Headquarters for South Goa Collectorate at Margao, Goa The Umrao, a boutique hotel on NH-8 in Delhi Emaar’s residential development - Palm Drive, Gurgaon SARE Group’s - The Grand & Petioles, Gurgaon Emaar’s Palm Terraces Select and Emerald Floors Premier, in Gurgaon SGT University, Gurgaon I T Park, Chimbel, Goa Executive Floors for the WAVE Group, Noida International projects include- Schools at Al Wathba and Musafa in Abu Dhabi, UAE; Hospitality interiors for Carlson Rezidor Hotel Group, Makkah, Saudi Arabia Dubai Lifestyle City, Dubailand for the ETA Group; Funcity at Al Reef Mall, Dubai for the Landmark Group; Water Park in Ras Al Khaimah for Polo Amusement Group Studio K.I.A. has won many national and international awards which include- Realty+ 2017 award for ‘Best Architectural Firm of North India’ Estrade Real Estate award-2017, Singapore for Residential High Rise Architecture BERG, Singapore-Icons of Spaces awards for Best Commercial Project of the Year 2017 BERG, Singapore-Icons of Spaces awards for Best Concept for Unbuilt Project 2017 Estrade Real Estate award-2016, Singapore for Residential High Rise Architecture World Luxury Hotel award 2016 for The Umrao Hotel DNA Real Estate award for The Palm Drive, Gurgaon ICI Ultratech award 2012 for Outstanding Concrete structure

Sensible Design

The ArSHEtect Perspective: Featuring Sabeena Khanna