Ground 11 – Architects in Pune
Ground 11 is more than an architectural studio; it’s a narrative weaver, intertwining architecture, urban design, and landscape to craft dynamic and captivating destinations. Led by Pranav Iyer, the studio is a fusion of innovative minds and a diverse network of architects, designers, and specialists.
Distinctive Approach
At Ground 11, the team thrives on challenges that demand unconventional, creative solutions. Their hallmark lies in transforming unique design challenges into opportunities, blending global design sensibilities with local processes, technologies, and cultures.
Global Design Solutions
With a vast repertoire of signature projects spanning India, the United States, and beyond, Ground 11 champions research-driven design. Projects here are not just endeavors but intellectual explorations, challenging established norms and embracing new perspectives.
Pranav Iyer: The Visionary
Pranav Iyer, the Design Principal, is a luminary in architectural design. A graduate from the Institute of Environmental Design, Gujarat, Pranav’s visionary leadership fosters a culture of responsibility and innovation within Ground 11 and its sister concerns, VIDA Design Inc and G11 Addis.
Leadership Philosophy
Pranav’s philosophy lies in empowerment—every team member at Ground 11 operates as a seasoned architect, fostering rapid decision-making, informed design processes, and a profound sense of ownership. Disagreements are encouraged, seen as enriching learning opportunities.
Challenging Endeavors
His portfolio boasts groundbreaking projects, from the poignant war memorial in Hargeisa, Somaliland, to the intricate mixed-use development in Tirana, Albania. Each venture has unravelled design narratives that harmonize with the context, transcending mere structures.
Professional Journey
Key milestones in Pranav’s journey include the renowned Weikfield IT Citi Infopark in Pune, conceived in collaboration with Ar. Vijayram, and the triumph in the prestigious international design competition for Chrome City in Chennai.
Redefining Design Paradigms
For Pranav and Ground 11, success isn’t merely measured by acclaim but by the satisfaction gleaned from meaningful design. Emphasizing attention to detail and a fervent passion for design, the studio thrives on experimentation, challenging the status quo.
Design Experimentation
In a design landscape often treading the path of safety, Ground 11 thrives in the realm of flux, fostering discomfort and experimentation to achieve unconventional design outcomes.
Culturally Enriched Design
Operating across diverse cultural landscapes, the studio’s objective approach nurtures an unbiased narrative, enriching design experiences and distilling contextual elements into the architectural fabric.
Beyond Architecture
Beyond architecture, Pranav is a technophile, co-developing apps for women’s safety, and harbors a passion for science fiction, model trains, and aircraft.
