Chitra Vishwanath is the principal architect and founder of Bangalore-based Biome Solutions. The firm’s primary areas of interest are ecology, architecture, and water. The ecologically and socially sensitive nature of Biome Solutions’ work, combined with Vishwanath’s commitment to spreading sustainable living practises far and wide, has led to the company’s involvement in numerous nonprofit projects to benefit the natural environment and underserved populations. Biome has received several awards, such as the Indian Institute of Architects’ (IIA) National Award for Excellence in Architectural Conservation in 2017, the SPA-BCI award for excellence in conservation, and the Charles Correa Gold Medal by the Indian Institute of Architects (IIA), among others.