Simit Rajwadi
Architectural and Visual Designer
As a designer, fabricator, and user there are some principles that generally guide my process. These principles inspire me to contribute to how we shape our surroundings.
between inside-and-out:
I believe we should build environments that make people feel connected to the natural world and the climate around them. Built spaces need views of the outside, direct and indirect sunlight, passive ventilation, and nudges to step outside.
relating to the human scale:
Our senses, physical proportions, and emotions are integral to how we interact with spaces and each other. I believe the forms we create should respond to and nurture the human body.
material honesty:
The materials we use have stories and origins. I believe it's more meaningful when designers choose to celebrate those narratives. It is very satisfying to see the natural textures of wood, stone, metals, and other materials in the final product. I like finding ways to allow materials to remain visible in the end product as a tribute to their contribution.
assembly matters:
Joints, seams, and connections can be transformative if integrated into the design process. These details enrich the narratives of spaces when incorporated into aesthetics. Digital fabrication techniques offer us the opportunity to get really meticulous and precise with how we make parts. As a practicing fabricator and design-build proponent, I feel particularly attached to the assembly process of my projects and really enjoy getting my hands (literally) involved in how things fit together.
democratizing design:
I believe design thinking is not just for the wealthiest or the most powerful but has the ability to be an equalizing force in the world. I am inspired to contribute to projects that allow disadvantaged communities to rise by making design, tech, and ideas accessible. I imagine the future of architecture and fabrication is open-source and will empower many more people globally.
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