Team

Divya Ethirajan  (Founding Partner & Principal Architect)              

Bachelor of Architecture

Divya Ethirajan is the Founding Partner and Principal Architect. She graduated from R.V. College of Engineering, Bangalore.

Her Architectural Thesis on Rejuvenation of Russell Market, Bangalore, won all India best thesis award in 2007 at National Institute of Advanced Studies in Architecture (NIASA). Divya has interned with Arya Architects in Ahmedabad and continued working there post her graduation and thereafter with Hundredhands from 2006 to 2010. During this time she got to work on residential, commercial, hospitality and several award winning competition projects. In 2010, she teamed up with Pramod Jaiswal to start BetweenSpaces.

Her keen sense of punctuality, simplicity and immense patience has been instrumental in developing the ethos of the practice. You will always find her smiling but don’t get deceived by her silence or her smiles because she is listening to every word you speak, processing it and working on the design solution. She is a multi-tasker.

Pramoad Jaiswall (Founding Partner & Principal Architect)

Bachelor of Architecture 

Pramoad Jaiswall is the Founding Partner and Principal Architect of BetweenSpaces. Born in Kolkata, the city of joy, Pramoad graduated from Bangalore Institute of Technology, Bangalore. Thereafter, he trained under Ar. V.K. Giridhar and worked with Hundredhands from 2005 to 2011. At Hundredhands, he had worked on some of the award-winning projects. The office gave him the opportunity to work on a diverse range of projects from hospitality, residential, institutional, offices to a few competition projects. During his six years stint at Hundredhands, Pramoad had developed a knack for solving problems. He is analytical, rigorous and pushes the practice’s ethos to envision design solutions that are not only practical and functional but also innovative and aesthetically pleasing.

Pramoad has been lecturing at different schools of Architecture in Bangalore since 2010. Academia has helped him in integrating theory into his practice. He respects complexities and detests complications. With a keen sense of detailing, he is always exploring an idiom that makes Architecture expressive, meaningful, and sensitive to its context. 

Naveen Kumar M  (Associate Architect)              

Bachelor of Architecture

Coming from a small town of Erode, I have built my passion towards architecture gradually from CMR University where I graduated and then I did my internship at Mathew and Ghosh which further cultivated my desire of being an architect. The basic sense of space, light and geometry inclined my interest towards the field where every single day would be a new task to solve and learn.

My childhood had been mostly under cemented roofs and on half-laid floorings since my father often used to take me to constructions site. Always in awe of the amalgamation of the bricks and cement mortar and the way they take the shape to evolve into a beautiful form. I always had a fascination with paper to real site transformation of buildings.

My interests lie in travelling and exploring new horizons around us which have given me a lot of memories and stories to tell.

Archana Vikas  (Senior Architect)              

Bachelor of Architecture

Hailing from Kerala, my interest in architecture stems from a longstanding fascination with places -their history, character and the experiences they create. Over time, this curiosity evolved into a deeper appreciation of how thoughtfully designed environments can influence everyday life, shaping the way people live, interact and feel. This understanding continues to inform my approach to design, with a focus on creating spaces that are meaningful, intuitive and human-centered.

After graduating from the College of Engineering Trivandrum, I began my professional journey with Spaceart, Calicut, where I spent five formative years working across a diverse range of projects. The experience strengthened my skills in spatial planning, design coordination, leadership and collaborative problem-solving, while deepening my passion for creating thoughtful and engaging spaces.

Beyond architecture, I enjoy travelling, connecting with people from different walks of life and discovering new perspectives. Reading, baking and swimming are some of the simple pleasures that keep me grounded and inspired.

Huzaifa Naaz  (Architect)              

Bachelor of Architecture

My journey into architecture began with a love for travel, where I discovered a deep fascination for old monuments. These awe-inspiring structures sparked a passion within me, leading me to pursue a career in architecture.

Upon graduating from Dayananda Sagar University, i embarked on a journey, enhancing my skills and refining my craft during an internship opportunity at MayaPraxis. While interning there, i gathered valuable lessons, learning not just the technicalities of the field but also the influence of architecture on both communities and individuals. 

Away from the drafting table, my interests extend to the animal realm, where I seek comfort and happiness in the presence of my two feline companions.

Shivani Bagewadi  (Architect)              

Bachelor of Architecture

Growing up in Bangalore, I was drawn to pursuits that combined creativity with logical thinking. A significant part of my childhood was spent reading books and imagining the spaces, environments, and worlds they described. It was always fascinating to see how these imagined settings were interpreted when the stories were adapted into films and television, often highlighting the contrast between imagination and reality.

This curiosity about space and design eventually led me to pursue my architectural education at the Wadiyar Centre for Architecture in Mysore. During my academic journey, I developed a deeper understanding of how thoughtful design can shape experiences and influence the way people interact with their surroundings. I joined the firm as an intern and later continued my professional journey here as an architect.

Outside of architecture, I enjoy exploring new skills and creative pursuits such as origami and experimenting with different artistic mediums, constantly seeking new ways to learn, create, and broaden my perspective.

Yashwanth T M  (Architect)              

Bachelor of Architecture

Raised amidst Bangalore’s diverse urban fabric, my interest in this field began with an admiration for ancient Indian architecture and the way spaces were designed with a strong sense of culture, craftsmanship and purpose. This interest gradually evolved into a stronger understanding of the built environment and led me to pursue architecture at PES University, where I developed an approach to design that balances creativity, functionality and attention to detail.

During my internship at BetweenSpaces, I found myself deeply interested in the process of making drawings and witnessing them transform into built realities on site. Experiencing the connection between ideas on paper and their execution strengthened my passion for the profession and gave me a broader understanding of architecture beyond just aesthetics, which eventually led me to continue my journey as an architect with BetweenSpaces.

Apart from architecture, I enjoy travelling and exploring new places on my motorcycle. I also enjoy playing kabaddi, cricket and chess, along with spending time on video games.

Nanditha Ratna  (Architect)              

Bachelor of Architecture

Brought up in Mysuru, surrounded by the city’s layers of history and heritage, I developed an early curiosity about places and the way people experience them. Being involved in a range of extracurricular activities early on helped me stay open to different experiences and perspectives.

After graduating from the Mysore School of Architecture, I began my professional journey at Studio Ruh, Bengaluru, where I developed a deeper understanding of how different aspects come together to shape a space, and how seemingly small decisions can influence the larger design process.
Over time, I have come to see architecture as much about the process, the conversations, the iterations and constant questioning as it is about the architecture that eventually takes form.

Travelling and photography have been ways for me to observe and stay curious about the world around me.

Vinolin D Souza  (Architect)              

Bachelor of Architecture

L’art pour l’art or “art for art’s sake”, is a phrase that has always resonated with me. Art has been a way for me to find meaning in the world and see it through a different lens. It brought color and depth to things in a way little else did.

Curious about why I was named the way I was, I began exploring my roots and discovered a history shaped by migration, culture and the Portuguese influence on my past.

Brought up in Coorg, a native of Mangalore, and with roots in Goa, this layered sense of belonging eventually became the focus of my thesis at RV College of Architecture.

Fresh out of college, I followed that curiosity to Goa, joining Playgroup as an intern and eventually continuing there as an architect. A year in Goa allowed me to experience architecture in a different context, after which I returned to my hometown to work on my very first project, my Home.

Then, I moved to Bangalore to continue my practice as an architect. Art has become an important part of my identity, not just something I enjoy but a way of expressing and understanding myself. To learn from my professor’s work, I began a chapter in Between Spaces.

Through my art, I found a way to express myself and through Between Spaces, I found a canvas or rather, a gallery for it.