About the Maker

A design practice exploring space, form, and material through making.

Mandira Sareen

Founder, Vivasthu

My work with paper began as a child - cutting, folding, and constructing forms by hand.

Over time, this evolved through training in art and architecture, and later through digital fabrication and material exploration.

Today, my work focuses on translating architecture into paper, exploring structure, light, and space through making.

Vivasthu

Vivasthu is a design practice exploring the relationship between space, form, and human experience - through objects, environments, and material studies.

  • Advisory Support

    Vivasthu is supported by advisors contributing to legal, strategic, and resource development.

  • Vandana Sareen

    Advisor - Strategic Support

    An urban planner and WELL‑accredited professional specializing in multi‑family affordable housing.

  • Dorothy Steinfeld

    Advisor - Legal Support

    A leader with more than 30 years of experience in program leadership and education.