Dr. Vaagdevi Subrahmanyam is an accomplished architect and interior designer with over half a decade experience in the field. She holds a degree from JNAFA University in Hyderabad and has an impressive portfolio of over 290 projects across nine Indian cities and six countries worldwide. As the founder of SmartVU Creatives Pvt Ltd, a multidisciplinary architecture firm, Vaagdevi brings in-depth design expertise for projects of all types and scales. Her focus lies primarily on residential, hospitality, and commercial spaces.
Vaagdevi’s design philosophy is centered around combining functionality, creativity, and soulfulness in her work. She prioritizes delivering exceptional customer experiences and effective project management.
Her design approach is grounded in human needs, with a focus on enhancing people’s wellbeing through thoughtful, user-centered design.
She values honesty, professionalism, and empathy above project value or company valuation. Her passion for great design knows no bounds.
Throughout the design process, Vaagdevi’s approach is hands-on and uses technology as a tool rather than an element of design. To ensure that her designs have a convincing raison d’etre, Vaagdevi pursues multiple ideas with equal fervor. Design, detail, and deliverance hold equal significance in her work.
Vaagdevi is also actively involved in design appreciation and education, seeking to elevate the role of architecture in society. She believes that architecture practices have a significant role and responsibility in shaping the world. Her designs seek to unlock the potential of spaces, creating something meaningful out of nothing, and leaving a place more enriched than before.
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