Sonali Rastogi: Architect of World’s Largest Office Building

Sonali Rastogi, Co-Founder of Morphogenesis, hails from a lineage of architects and developed a deep passion for design early in life. She honed her skills through childhood experiences within a creative household. Her journey in architecture led her to pursue a master’s degree at the Architectural Association in London, where she recognized a void in architectural works representing the Indian subcontinent. With a vision to bridge this gap and adapt global architectural learnings to India’s context, Sonali and her partner founded Morphogenesis.

Sonali’s approach to creativity draws inspiration from nature’s evolutionary processes, and her commitment to sustainability permeates her projects. She believes in leveraging India’s rich architectural heritage of over 5,000 years to establish a modern model of sustainable urbanism and design. By engaging in open communication and gathering insights from clients, she ensures that her designs align with their needs.

A testament to her architectural prowess is the Surat Diamond Bourse, a monumental project spanning over 6.5 million sq. ft, making it the world’s largest office building. This cutting-edge structure serves as the focal point of Surat’s ambitious Dream City development, fostering significant socio-economic growth in the region.

While emphasizing the importance of creativity in architecture and interior design, Sonali Rastogi also highlights the necessity of balancing the creative aspects with a strong business acumen to ensure stability. Morphogenesis has expanded its footprint across various Indian cities and is steadily making its mark on the international stage.

Re-reported from the article originally published in The enterpreneur.com