Nani Marquina
Recipient of a National Design Award, International Women’s Entrepreneurial Challenge Award and FIDEM Award for Entrepreneurial Woman of the Year, among others, the Spanish creative is also the Chairwoman of ADP and RED-AEDE. Her eponymous textile brand is renowned for expertly crafted rugs and textile products for the home. She also pioneered the concept of […]
Michel Rojkind
Founder of Mexico-based Rojkind Arquitectos, he focuses on design, tactical and experiential innovation. Named by the New York Times as part of ‘A Generation of Architects Making Its Mark at Dizzying Speed’ and one of the ‘Country’s Treasured Architects’ by the Mexican Civil Registry, the multiple award-winning Rojkind has currently joined The We Company as […]
Martand Khosla
Co-founder of the award-winning Romi Khosla Design Studios, his artworks traverse the line between sculpture and object, movement and remnant, material and memory. Khosla’s creations have been showcased at esteemed galleries and art shows such as Nature Morte, Art Basel, India Art Fair, Art Dubai and the National Gallery of Modern Art, Mumbai, among others. […]
Marc Thorpe
Winner of The Chicago Athenaeum’s Good Design Award in 2015 and one of the youngest Signature Designers for Moroso, he is known for his innovative and dynamic work that focuses on the integration of architecture, design and technology. Thorpe’s eponymous studio has worked with leading international brands including Mercedes Benz, Cappellini, Tod’s, David Yurman, L’Oréal […]
Eames Demetrios
Eames Demetrios is Director of the Eames Office and, with his siblings, takes care of the legacy of their grandparents, Charles and Ray Eames. He has a particular focus on the Eames ideas and authentic making of their furniture. Author of 11 books, five on the Eameses—including An Eames Primer and Essential Eames: Words and […]
Daniel Lismore
UK-based sculptor, designer and artist, Lismore is best known for his flamboyant dress sense serving as an expression of eccentric, creative energy. Described by Vogue as ‘England’s Most Eccentric Dresser,’ he has showcased himself as a living sculpture at Miami Art Basel, the Venice Biennale and the Reykjavik Arts Festival. Lismore is known for living […]
Christopher Benninger
A recipient of the Great Master Architect Award, he is one of India’s most decorated architects. Featuring a timeless aesthetic that is representative of intricate temple complexes and Mughal architecture, some of his most notable projects include he Mahindra United World College of India, the Samundra Institute of Maritime Studies, the “Suzlon One Earth” world […]
Bijoy Ramachandran
Currently a partner at Hundred Hands, an acclaimed multidisciplinary studio for urban design, architecture and interior design, Ramachandran has also made three documentary films that have been screened at international film festivals across the world. He is also the Design Chair of the Department of Architecture, BMS College of Architecture, Bangalore. Instagram: @hundredhandsblr
Anavila Misra
Her eponymous clothing label is best known for disrupting traditional sari design by creating a completely modern, comfortable and desirable version of the garment that has been endorsed by the likes of Sonam Kapoor, Vidya Balan and Kangana Ranaut. A Board Member of the National Institute of Fashion and Technology and the Confederation of Indian […]
Abhay Mangaldas
Founder and Director of The House of MG, an Urban Heritage Hotel in Ahmedabad, Mangaldas is also the Convener, Ahmedabad Chapter—Indian National Trust for Art and Cultural Heritage—INTACH besides being the Managing Trustee of Shreyas Foundation, an educational institution for children. Over the last 20 years, he has refurbished and transformed his ancestral house into […]
Kishore Biyani
Widely credited as the pioneer of modern retail industry in India, Kishore Biyani has created and leads some of India’s most popular retail chains like Big Bazaar, Food Bazaar, Pantaloons, Central, Home Town and eZone. He also serves on the board of the National Innovation Foundation, Marico Innovation Foundation and other leading companies and organizations.
Raj Rewal
Celebrated across the world, Raj Rewal is the name behind some of the landmark buildings in the country. He is also a recipient of several national and international awards, including the gold medal from the Indian Institute of Architects, Robert Mathew award from the Commonwealth Association of Architects, the great master’s award and the Chevalier […]