PATHFINDERS
56 | September 2019 | Commercial Design
NINAD TIPNIS
Founder, JTCPL Designs
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TCPL Designs’ philosophy is characterised by
simplicity, distinct lines and forms that incorporate
a sense of Áe[ibility as well as scalability. Tipnis says,
́:e visualise and construct work environments that are
both aesthetic and conducive to productivity. Our client-
centric and deep domain e[pertise help create spaces
that channel the ethos of the company and ma[imise
team engagement.μ
Tipnis’s work is all about ‘creating partnerships’.
:hether it is a client, a vendor or a member of his team, they strive to build a
working environment where everyone enMoys a sense of ownership. +e shares, ́Our
workplace strategy approach evolves in response to the dynamic and demanding
nature of work in the marketplace. Our specialised team is at the forefront —
researching, developing, implementing and managing strategies that transform work,
optimise space, enhance team e[perience and improve productivity. Our dedicated,
award-winning design leadership engages with key stakeholders at the nascent stage
to understand aspirations, value stream map processes and align business plans with
the evolution of client workspaces.μA
s business owners look
towards design trends
that ma[imise productivity,
encourage team-building and creativity,
the notion of adaptive and interactive
workplaces has garnered immense
traction. ́:e believe that workplaces
should support an organisation’s
business, while being Áe[ible,
e[pressive, consistent, sustainable and balanced. ,t should
allow choices of workspace setting, promote wellbeing and be
inspiring,μ e[plains Mangal.
The brand and its culture are other important pillars that
deÀne the ofÀce landscape. ,n a workplace, branding has evolved
from a simple company logo at the reception to an immersive
environment that displays and highlights the company’s history
and timeline. The interface between a brand and its physical
entity can be demonstrated by multiple elements, ranging from
graphic design to creative lighting, furnishings to infographics.
Mangal believes that incorporating insights from facility
managers is imperative for a project’s success. Facility managers
bring with them e[perience and knowledge of managing the
building’s infrastructure and its engineering systems, along
with the ability to provide design inputs that relate to the
maintenance of building materials and its durability. These inputs,
when incorporated during the design stage, can contribute
towards better durability and operational efÀciency in projects.NIRMAL MANGAL
Director and country head – India, M Moser Associates