We are city practitioners with a cumulative experience of over 60 years of working in Mumbai, on over 100 projects and initiatives. We believe that current forms of practice in city planning and design are not comprehensive enough or appropriate, and hence we have formed this collaborative platform to work on urban and social issues in the MMR. Our team comprises architects, urban planners, urban designers, historians and conservationists.

Pooja Chichkar

Director Urban Design and Conservation

Omkar Gupta

Director Urban and Regional Planning

Urmi Kenia

Director Spatial Planning and Community Development

Pankaj Joshi

Principal Director

Vaishnavi Virkar

Architect and Researcher

Tanvi Udeshi

Architect and Researcher

Sakshi Bachewar

Architect and Researcher

Anuj Pagare

Architect and Researcher

Vaishnavi completed her Bachelor's Degree from IES College of Architecture, Mumbai in 2023. As culture plays a significant role in shaping the way we perceive and interact with the world around us, she is interested in learning about the influence of cultural diversity on urban planning and regeneration.

Tanvi graduated from IES College of Architecture, Bandra, Mumbai in 2022. She has previous experience in heritage retro-fitting and interior design. Passionate about public transport and walkability, her current work at UCM focuses on improving pedestrianisation in the MMR.

Sakshi completed her Bachelor's degree from IES College of Architecture, Mumbai, in 2023, and developed an interest in urban design and planning. She is keen on researching about sustainable and inclusive urban environments that enhance the quality of life for residents and is committed to continuous learning and staying updated on the latest trends and technologies in urban design.

In 2024, Anuj received his degree from Mumbai's Thakur School of Architecture and Planning. He has worked in architecture, interior design, and Metro lines in the past. He is passionate about shaping urban environments, making cities more walkable, and creating spaces that enhance the comfort and usability of urban areas for people.

Vaishnavi Patil

Architect and Researcher

Lavanya Navale

Architectural Intern

Vaishnavi completed her Bachelor’s in Architecture, 2022 and Master’s in Urban Design, 2024 from Pune University. Her interests lie in understanding spaces around major junctions and corridors to provide effective urban design solutions. She is keen on studying the relationship between strategic planning and sustainable design.

Lavanya is in her 4th year, with a keen interest in understanding urban spaces and sustainable design practices. Through her internship, she seeks to deepen her knowledge and contribute to projects that promote inclusivity, shape community interaction and enhance the quality of urban living.