About Van
At VAN, we believe architecture is more than just creating buildings; it's about designing experiences and shaping how people interact with spaces. Based in Goa, VAN is an architectural and product design studio that thinks beyond technical solutions to integrate materiality and craft into everything we touch. We work across various disciplines, including spatial design, product design, experience design, and design strategy, to deliver fully coordinated and contextually relevant solutions. We design buildings, plan communities, create art, and develop responsive human environments for all generations.

In the words of our founders, Ashika states, "We have seen that a space is continuously interacting with those who stay in it — in the way a wall feels, the way a floor sounds, the way light enters, and the way objects interact." Vazir adds, "Bricks and metals, glass and wood are all just materials individually. But when used the right way, in the right balance, and in the right places, they can bring a story to life."

Now in our seventh year, VAN has successfully completed some of the most prestigious projects in the country. With each endeavor, we strive to design spaces that are thoughtfully crafted and purpose-driven while contributing to the evolving architectural landscape. At VAN, we are committed to making a difference in a world increasingly defined by concrete, one meaningful project at a time.
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Founders
Ashika Nadaph
Founder
Principal Architect

ashika@vanstories.in
Ashika, with 19 years of experience, has shaped diverse architectural projects across the country. Holding a Bachelor’s degree in Architecture from Nagpur University (2005) and a Master’s in Architecture from Oxford Brookes University, UK (2010), she also completed a Postgraduate program in Art History and Art Curation in Mumbai (2017), enriching her design philosophy further. Her expertise lies in blending architectural functionality with artistic narratives, making each project a unique testament to her creative vision.
Vazir Nadaph
Founder
Principal Architect & Industrial Designer

vazir@vanstories.in
Vazir holds a Bachelor’s degree in Architecture from Shivaji University, Kolhapur (2003), and a Master’s in Design from the National Institute of Design, Ahmedabad (2009). With more than two decades of experience, he previously served as Assistant General Manager at the Godrej Innovation and Design Center (2009–2018), where he led healthcare initiatives and mentored design programs, including the Godrej Design Lab and design juries at esteemed institutions like NID, IIT Bombay, and Welingkar Institute of Management. His work reflects a deep passion for innovative design and a commitment to crafting functional, user-centric spaces.
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