Designing spaces through the practice of play
Ours is a young practice rooted in cultural sensitivity, sustainable choices, and the spirit of ‘play’ - inventive problem solving and the curiosity for explorations with materials, systems and ideas. Our approach engages deeply with local materials, artisans, crafts and places through hands-on processes, and the interplay of details and bold compositions. Through this we build on a place's unique character and ensure each design remains connected to its surroundings and community, while being modern and contemporary.
We explore ideas freely, but execute with discipline and care. From research to drawings, models and site visits, every stage is grounded in clarity, to cater to our clients’ vision.
The studio is founded by Caleb Ferro, whose practice and sensitivity to culture and craftsmanship are shaped by his architectural training at CEPT University, his Goan-Gujarati roots and upbringing in Ahmedabad. Our practice is collaborative and has grown through work with other practices that share our larger vision while bringing complementary skills and perspectives to the table.
Reach out, if our approach strikes a chord with you. We’d love to take on your next project!
The studio is founded by Caleb Ferro, whose practice and sensitivity to culture and craftsmanship are shaped by his architectural training at CEPT University, his Goan-Gujarati roots and upbringing in Ahmedabad. Our practice is collaborative and has grown through work with other practices that share our larger vision while bringing complementary skills and perspectives to the table.
Reach out, if our approach strikes a chord with you. We’d love to take on your next project!
Design Team
Chandrakanth Javiya
Architectural Intern
An inquisitive young member of the team who is full of questions and always up for a discussion. Always up for learning a new software of exploring something on AI with the help of Chat GPT.
Neha Abraham
Social Media Manager
Obsessed with details, she ensures that every word and post is meticulously tied together with the ethos of the studio. She also is the backbone and life of the studio.
Harsh Panchal
Site Architect
A dedicated, energetic and quick thinking young architect who makes our coordination on site a lot easier with his communication skills and attention to detail.
Team & Collaborators
Caleb Ferro
Principal Architect & Founder
The creative force behind the studio, Caleb is passionate about working with different materials and structures to unravel their full potential. When away from the drafting table he can be found creating and playing - music with his siblings and sport with colleagues.
Niyati Shah
Architectural Associate
Niyati Shah has collaborated with us on some of the Ahmedabad Collective exhibitions and will also be involved in a few of our upcoming projects.
Doro
Architectural Associate
Team Doro, led by Ar. Naomy Parikh have been associated with Playce since the last 6 years and have worked on multiple scales of projects with us.
Perception Lab
Interior Design Associate
Shivani, the principal designer at Perception Lab, is a young interior designer who has collaborated on several interior design projects with our studio bringing her meticulous work ethic, design skills and site coordination experience to the collaboration.
