Studio MARC.
Mending Art Reflecting Culture
Studio MARC. is a landscape studio founded by Ar Jagadeesh Gorle and Ar Vandana Sreepada based in Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh.
Being deeply rooted to the philosophy of connecting natural ecosystems to human ecology, our studio focuses on integrating traditional ecological knowledge systems and agricultural practices into experiential landscapes. Combining the expertise of landscape architecture and environmental planning the studio focuses on sustainable approaches like soil and water conservation & native planting. Understanding the links between water, soil, flaura and fauna we strive to develop micro niches for habitats in response to the local contexts.
Our research also extends to understanding the cultural landscapes and transforming the learnings into contemporary projects. Integrating our research into practice, our projects range from farm stays, resorts, parks, agro-ecological projects, townships, commercial buildings, schools, and residences.
Co-founder Studio MARC
Ar.Vandana Sreepada
B.Arch, Andhra University, Visakhapatnam
Masters in Urban and Regional Planning,
Sp. Environmental Planning
CEPT Ahmedabad
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Vandana Sreepada is an architect, urban planner, and academician. She has a bachelor's degree in architecture from Andhra University and a Master's degree in Urban and Regional Planning with a specialization in environmental planning from CEPT University, Ahmedabad. A nature enthusiast and researcher, she has a keen interest in taking her research into practice. Her interests include ethnobotanical studies, ecological studies, and water systems. She has a keen eye for detail and strives to integrate her passion for arts and crafts into sculpting experiential landscapes and ecosystems.
Co-founder Studio MARC
Ar.Jagadeesh Gorle
B.Arch JNAFAU, Hyderabad
Masters in Landscape Architecture, CEPT Ahmedabad
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Jagadeesh Gorle, has a Bachelor’s degree in architecture from the School of Architecture, JNAFAU - Hyderabad. An architect by profession and a nature enthusiast, he further pursued Master's in landscape architecture at CEPT, Ahmedabad. An extensive traveller with an eye on evolving natural landscapes and interlinking cultural histories, he transforms his experiences and interactions into various forms of artwork. His fundamental approach towards design is to incorporate research into practice, and his research extends to kinetic architecture, design pedagogy, culture, and resilient landscapes.