The origin
Mrugini Gandevikar
Mrugini Gandevikar
Principal Architect
Principal Architect
Rooted in the heritage halls of The Maharaja Sayajirao University, Mrugini’s journey in architecture has always been more than a profession - it has been a pursuit of stories told through space. Her multidisciplinary approach unfolds across scales and typologies, from homes that breathe intimacy to commercial and hospitality spaces that pulse with identity.
Mrugini founded Robust Studio in 2019, resonant with context and craft, has found its way into the pages of Architectural Digest, Elle Décor India, Architect & Interior India, among other celebrated publications. Yet for her, recognition lies not in features but in the quiet dialogue between a space and its inhabitants.
Drawing inspiration not only from Indian traditions but also from global cultures, she approaches design as a confluence of intuition, site, and soul - creating environments that are at once timeless, contextual and deeply personal.
Rooted in the heritage halls of The Maharaja Sayajirao University, Mrugini’s journey in architecture has always been more than a profession - it has been a pursuit of stories told through space. Her multidisciplinary approach unfolds across scales and typologies, from homes that breathe intimacy to commercial and hospitality spaces that pulse with identity.
Mrugini founded Robust Studio in 2019, resonant with context and craft, has found its way into the pages of Architectural Digest, Elle Décor India, Architect & Interior India, among other celebrated publications. Yet for her, recognition lies not in features but in the quiet dialogue between a space and its inhabitants.
Drawing inspiration not only from Indian traditions but also from global cultures, she approaches design as a confluence of intuition, site, and soul - creating environments that are at once timeless, contextual and deeply personal.
Mandar Gandevikar
Mandar Gandevikar
Principal Architect
Principal Architect
For Mandar, design is not confined to buildings - it is a continuum that flows through space, detail, and experience. His architectural philosophy rests on sustainability, context, and craft, yet his curiosity extends into other creative realms, where identity, materiality, and narrative are explored with equal care. With a keen eye for detail, he approaches every scale - from the intimacy of furniture to the larger language of space.
After formative years with Design Workshop and Indigo Architects, Mandar founded Neev Designs in 2021. Deeply rooted in ecological and economic responsibility, Robust Neev continues to evolve through projects that balance tradition with contemporary expression.
A parallel passion for photography sharpens his observation of light and atmosphere, enriching his design sensibility. His work has been featured in Architectural Digest India, Architects + Interiors India, Archello, Volume Zero, and more - yet he finds the truest recognition in the quiet dialogue between design and those who live it.
For Mandar, design is not confined to buildings - it is a continuum that flows through space, detail, and experience. His architectural philosophy rests on sustainability, context, and craft, yet his curiosity extends into other creative realms, where identity, materiality, and narrative are explored with equal care. With a keen eye for detail, he approaches every scale - from the intimacy of furniture to the larger language of space.
After formative years with Design Workshop and Indigo Architects, Mandar founded Neev Designs in 2021. Deeply rooted in ecological and economic responsibility, Robust Neev continues to evolve through projects that balance tradition with contemporary expression.
A parallel passion for photography sharpens his observation of light and atmosphere, enriching his design sensibility. His work has been featured in Architectural Digest India, Architects + Interiors India, Archello, Volume Zero, and more - yet he finds the truest recognition in the quiet dialogue between design and those who live it.
The outlook
