Senior Architect (Chandigarh, In office) (Delhi)

Simran Boparai Archtelier | Chandigarh Legacy Residences | Global Patrons | Timeless Architecture About the Role Simran Boparai Archtelier is building a rare kind of architectural practice emerging from India one rooted in timeless design, strong fundamentals, and uncompromising architectural ethics. We are looking for a Senior Architect (8 years experience) who believes architecture is a discipline, not a trend. This role is crafted for architects currently working in Indias most respected firms who are ready to move into a studio where clarity of fundamentals, integrity of thought, and depth of design matter more than scale alone. Our projects are commissioned by global wealth creators, legacy families, and industry leaders, where architecture is treated as a generational asset. If you are seeking a practice where architecture is taken seriously this is that environment. Who This Role Is Truly For This role is for architects who: - Have their fundamentals deeply clear - Respect proportion, scale, and spatial discipline - Believe in architectural ethics and authorship - Are tired of diluted design environments - Want to build a body of work with lasting relevance We are not looking for software operators. We are looking for architects in the truest sense. This is not a typical architecture job. This is a platform to design homes that define legacies. What You Will Work On At Simran Boparai Archtelier, projects are deeply personal, high value, and architecturally demanding. You will work on - Ultra luxury private estates and villas - Residences ranging from 15,000 to more than 200,000 square feet - Palatial homes rooted in classical discipline - Global private residences across India and international markets - Architecture led interior environments These are homes commissioned by individuals for whom architecture is legacy, not lifestyle. Core Responsibilities Architectural Design Depth - Lead design thinking from concept through advanced development - Build architecture rooted in proportion, clarity, and timelessness - Develop strong spatial frameworks and faade compositions - Ensure conceptual purity is maintained through stages Fundamental Design Integrity - Apply first principles of architecture in planning and form making - Ensure discipline in symmetry, scale, and hierarchy - Avoid trend driven dilution of design intent - Uphold architectural authorship across deliverables High Ownership Project Handling - Independently handle significant residential projects - Maintain continuity of design across all stages - Work closely with founders on critical design decisions - Ensure outputs reflect depth, not speed Design Communication - Present architectural ideas with clarity and maturity - Communicate intent through drawings, diagrams, and models - Participate in select high value client interactions Studio Contribution - Mentor younger architects in fundamentals - Strengthen internal design culture - Contribute to evolving a legacy design language Requirements - Minimum 5 years of qualified architectural experience - Strong foundation in architectural fundamentals - Experience in design led firms with high standards - Deep sensitivity to proportion, materiality, and spatial order - Ability to think independently, not template driven - Strong drawing clarity and design articulation - High personal integrity and work ethic Preferred Background - Experience in reputed design studios known for architectural depth - Exposure to classical or timeless architectural languages - Experience working under solid design leadership - Architects seeking a more authored body of work - Meaningful international exposure including working on global projects or clients, and personal exposure through working, studying, or travelling abroad that reflects cultural awareness and design maturity What Makes This Studio Different Architecture First Practice We are not volume driven. Every project is deeply authored. Ethics Over Optics We value correctness over noise. Substance over spectacle. Direct Founder Mentorship Work closely with Ar. Simran Boparai in a highly design driven environment. Rare Clientele Exposure Design for individuals where - Time horizons span generations - Expectations are global - Design depth is non negotiable Body of Work That Ages Well This is a studio where your work will remain relevant 20 years later. Growth Trajectory For the right architect, this role can evolve into: - Design leadership roles - Principal architect pathways - International project authorship - Long term creative partnership We are building architects of consequence, not employees. Work Culture - Quiet excellence over loud output - Depth over speed - Ownership over hierarchy - Discipline over chaos This is an environment for architects who want to build meaningful work. Location Chandigarh (On-site, full time) Relocation support available for exceptional Simran Boparai