We are obsessed with big-picture vision, fine-grain detail, and everything in between.
ABOUT US
We turn complex urban ambitions into grounded design outcomes through collaboration, clarity, and contextual thinking.
Between governance, policy, and community needs, projects often get stuck before they even start. That’s where we step in. We collaborate with ambitious developers and bold city-makers to bring vision to life.
The practice has worked across diverse contexts, from civic spaces to residential communities and mixed-use developments. Our projects span different scales and geographies, each shaped by its own rules, constraints, and opportunities. By connecting strategy with detail and ambition with context, we deliver urban design solutions that hold up in real cities.
PROCESS
At Form Follows People, we believe good design comes from clear processes, not guesswork. Our approach keeps projects structured yet flexible, making space for ambition, constraints, and community needs. From the first sketch to final delivery, we stay hands-on and collaborative at every step.
UNDERSTANDING THE BRIEF
Aligning Requirements
Developing the Design
INTEGRATING FEEDBACK
DELIVERING THE DESIGN
From “Form Follows Function” to “Form Follows People”
Everyone knows the famous line by Louis Sullivan. But we asked ourselves: what if the measure of design wasn’t function, but people? That shift made all the difference. Form Follows People became both our name and our philosophy
COLLABORATORS
Designing together with stewards of the city
Collaborating with city-makers and decision-drivers, we focus on giving every project what it needs most: clarity. Clarity of design, clarity of vision, and clarity in decision-making. Through ambition and strategy, we create solutions that last beyond delivery.
Government
We engage with governments to create tailor-made solutions that make public ambition achievable through design and urban strategies.
Developers
For developers, we act as strategic design partners. We help them test possibilities, assess risk, and arrive at the best possible urban solutions.
Landowners
We help landowners see land not as a parcel but as leverage. We turn constraints into value through clarity and spatial strategies.
FOUNDER
B.Arch. [India], MA Urban Design [London, United Kingdom]
Vishakha Tiwari is an urban designer who believes cities work best when people sit at the heart of every decision.
She is an urban designer with 7+ years of experience shaping cities and urban spaces. Her portfolio spans work across more than seven countries, including the USA, UK, the Middle East, and India. Her projects range from intimate public realm interventions to mid-density subdivisions, as well as large master plans and urban frameworks.
She has collaborated with some of the world’s leading urban design practices, gaining firsthand experience in the complexities of large, multi-stakeholder projects. This exposure has given her a deep understanding of how design decisions intersect with culture, policy, and lived experience
Her strength lies in connecting the big picture with on-ground realities. She helps projects find their identity, position themselves within policy and cultural contexts, and create strategies that resonate with communities. Her expertise spans the full arc of a project, from framing vision and narrative to developing strategies and delivering solutions that are practical, inclusive, and adaptable.
TESTIMONIAL
Faraz, Asha Feedmill - Landscape Design
Vishakha understood our vision perfectly and delivered a design that not only enhances our Feed Mill plant's aesthetics but also complements our operations and values. Her creativity, attention to detail, and professionalism made the entire process seamless. We are truly delighted with the results and highly recommend her services to anyone looking for thoughtful and impactful design solutions.
Shweta Gandhi, Urban Planner & Strategist at KEARNEY - Storytelling
I had the pleasure of working with Vishakha on a high-impact, national-level project focused on community facility planning standards. We had brought her on board to uplift the visual quality and craft a cohesive graphic language for a document that would be circulated across 17+ ministries and stakeholders.
Vishakha quickly understood the brief and demonstrated a strong ability to translate complex planning content into clear, visually compelling narratives. She was collaborative, responsive, and aligned seamlessly with our working style—ensuring timely coordination, alignment meetings, and quality deliverables.
I would highly recommend Vishakha for any visual communication, urban design, or planning-related work. Her design sensitivity and ability to work across disciplines make her a valuable creative partner. I also see this as the beginning of many future collaborations together.
Faraz, Asha Feedmill - Landscape Design
Vishakha understood our vision perfectly and delivered a design that not only enhances our Feed Mill plant's aesthetics but also complements our operations and values. Her creativity, attention to detail, and professionalism made the entire process seamless. We are truly delighted with the results and highly recommend her services to anyone looking for thoughtful and impactful design solutions.
Ufuk Bahar, Principal at Urbanist Architecture - Masterplanning
Vishakha's work stands out for its innovative creativity coupled with exceptional graphic abilities, a combination that enhances both the clarity and aesthetic appeal of her urban design concepts. Her peers and the communities she designs for are indeed fortunate to benefit from Vishakha's expertise. It has always been a pleasure to collaborate with her and I wish her all the best.
Manny Tavarez, Managing Partner, Agallas Equities - Masterplanning
Working with Vishakha was an absolute pleasure from start to finish. We approached her with a vision that was ambitious and complex, and she not only brought it to life but elevated it in ways we couldn't have imagined.
Throughout the entire process, Vishakha demonstrated masterful problem-solving skills. Her deep technical knowledge and spatial ingenuity were immediately apparent, leading to innovative and elegant solutions. Beyond her expertise, her communication was consistently clear and proactive, making us feel confident and supported at every stage. She is a true expert and a wonderful collaborator.