Our journey began in 2007 when Mitrra Media, a design studio was established. We began with packaging and communication design and went on to work on print, fabrication, audio visual projects and even animation shorts for a wide range of leading brands and their advertising agencies.
One opportunity led to the next and we found ourselves designing print collaterals, in-theatre statics and on-site thematic promotions for Tamil feature films. In a short span, we can proudly say that we revolutionized the look and feel of Tamil feature film publicity, even venturing into the field of film direction, which turned out to be a tremendous learning experience.
In 2014, Pencil & Monk was established as a personal space design studio and our very first challenge was to design a first-of-its-kind, 20,000 sq. ft. financial technology design centre. From that point on there was no looking back. Armed with a devotion to design, strong domain expertise, dedication to our craft and the discipline to consistently deliver on time, our young team is committed to creating exciting design solutions.
85,G N Chetty Road,T.Nagar,
Chennai-600017.India
The Pencil & Monk Experience Centre is where design dreams come true. We take you through the process, room by room, finalizing all the materials, finishes and fixtures and discuss every small detail until you are satisfied with your choices. There is no ambiguity or guesswork involved. In the Experience Centre, design, science, art and aesthetics come together, giving you an absolutely unique, true-to-design space.
We believe that space design is a deeply personal journey and our fully inclusive, collaborative process – MX, ensures that every aspect of your space is a reflection of you. Our team has the skills, expertise and experience to bring bold, innovative visions to life, executed true-to-design, down to the last detail.
Schedule a no-obligation consultation at the Pencil & Monk Design Studio. Discuss your project, explore possibilities, participate in Design Probes and decide if you’re ready to engage with us on your project.
Participate in MX, a critical Pencil & Monk collaborative design process that captures your needs, perceptions and attitudes and maps the entire project journey – from conception to completion.
Schedule a no-obligation consultation at the Pencil & Monk Design Studio. Discuss your project, explore possibilities, participate in Design Probes and decide if you’re ready to engage with us on your project.
Review your architectural plans and understand design renderings. Examine textures & finishes, materials, door & window specs, hardware, fixtures, lighting choices, etc. For us, as for you, every detail is important.
The plans derived from the MX process are build-ready in every aspect. We then give them shape by mobilising the right resources and orchestrating the entire process until the completed project is ready for you. You can then choose between design, design and build or the curation of art & collectables.
Our biggest investment is our people – people who share our vision and our passion, with the right mix of skills and talent, who ensure that every project is executed flawlessly. Our work culture is brimming with excitement, creativity and curiosity. We are a young team, hungry and eager, devoted to design, with deep domain expertise and the discipline to consistently deliver on time.
Coordinates everything from drawings to execution. An ardent Shah Rukh Khan fan who loves to live life the ‘Kal ho na ho’ way.
A quick learner with a quench for knowledge. He is also a jack of all trades who excels at everything he learns.
A proud plant mom and a hoarder of all things tiny and cute. Colors excite me and I love designing things that provide diverse experiences.
A fashion designer turned visualizer. Playing with colors in fashion and designing spaces is my cup of tea.
Our in-house graphic designer who burns the midnight oil. From invitations to posters, books and websites - he thrives on crafting visually stunning creations.
Pencil & Monk is my second-home for the last 20 years. Work is play when you love what you do & I like to play with Photoshop and Corel Draw.
Love my things black and grey. Be it my gadgets or my watches! A proud North-Madraskaaran & A pro visualizer whose heart melts for miniature houses and set designs.
Our Site supervisor who adds a spark of humour and entertainment to the job while staying dedicated to ensuring everything runs smoothly on-site.
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My autobiography will be called - A work in progress! A texture artist in the making. Surprising people with hot cups of coffee is my simple pleasure.
Our in-house mischief maker who crushes it at Sales as much as he does at design.
Love my coffee over everything. Rasam and pickle can save my day. Hate Math. But I handle project costing and budgets like a pro!
I admire art and that’s how I express myself. In pursuit of creating my own design philosophy. Architecture fulfils me and I love designing spaces.
Whether you need to sort something or need some stationery, I’ll be there for you! Btw, I might’ve misplaced that stationery in the first place.
Allergic to schools. Practical over theory. A 3D modeller who can model anything and everything that you need.
3D visualizer to a Project Management Consultant has been my growth. A manager who knows to get things done with a simple smile!
Can lose myself in the nothing box for hours. A man of many shades, I am a part of everything from architecture design to project coordination!
Our ever-smiling site engineer who’s also our go-to expert on where to procure construction materials.
Our stress buster in office. You will often find him making others laugh with his instant jokes. As good as he is with entertaining people, he is as good at making our clients visualise their space in 3D.
A Self-taught 3D modeller and visualizer with a passion for interiors, always eager to learn and create. Full-time entertainer, always armed with puns to brighten everyone's day!
Call me Sid. A curator who loves everything that’s design. Creation and design for human experiences is my passion.
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Early bird to office. Anu is jovial and loves anything and everything that tastes sweet. She drafts and designs until it's done right. Also, did I mention, she's the reigning Ludo queen.
She has the superpower to find any lost object in the office.
The person behind our Social media buzz. She gets grumpy when work doesn't get done on time.
The in-house expression queen. Nothing can distract her when she is working. Except a Zepto delivery
Vinod anna is our in-house barista who makes the best coffee to make our morning blues go away. He comes across as a tough, angry young man but in reality, he is anything but that.
She can come up with impressive floor layouts instantly while making insta reels on the other side.
She excels in MS Excel. You name a tamil song and she will sing it from start to end without blinking an eye.
