Serame Studio's Rameshwari Jonnalagedda on Minimal Surfaces and Biophilic Architecture

Rameshwari Jonnalagedda, an architect based in London and the founder of Serame Studio, merges biology, computation, and digital fabrication in her architectural work. A graduate of the Bartlett School of Architecture, she refined her concepts during her master's program. Her notable project, Minimal Matter, showcases 3D-printed clay items with a minimalistic surface design that encourages biological growth. Additionally, she created TerraMound, a cooling apparatus inspired by the ventilation systems of termite mounds. Jonnalagedda's design methodology, termed 'observe, transform, materialise,' emphasizes the progression and shaping of her creations. She is in the process of establishing her studio and ceramic printer in India for further experimentation. This interview was conducted by Anna Lazzaron and featured in DesignWanted.