An architect since 1995, Freddie abandoned all architectural ambitions in 2005 in the pursuit of joy as a landscape architect. In 2010, he helped establish the Landscape Design Studio at BDP, New Delhi. Through this column, he hopes to provoke outrage and empathy at the lack of public discourse, design intent and dissemination of knowledge in this neglected but critical sphere of our lives.
by Freddie Ribeiro Jun 01, 2020
Freddie Ribeiro recalls his learnings from Pradeep Sachdeva, the man whose greatest asset was understanding people, and who created architectural landmarks in the city of Delhi.
by Freddie Ribeiro May 19, 2020
Freddie Ribeiro journeys through art in public spaces world over, observing how these are platforms for civic dialogue, forces for social cohesion, stress-busters and change agents.
by Freddie Ribeiro Mar 31, 2020
Plaza, piazza, platz or the maidan, call it what you like, the public square will always support the hopes and carry the collective conscience of a community.
by Freddie Ribeiro Feb 22, 2020
Public squares can be a source of entertainment, provide solace, a platform and serve as an arena for political discourse and dissent, writes landscape architect Freddie Ribeiro.
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