Dipen Gada & Associates, popularly known as DGA, began as a very modest interior design firm. Gradually with time and every project accomplished, DGA evolved from an exclusive interior design firm to a civil and architectural planning firm and attained the position as one of the respectable and admired f irms of India. Since its inception in 1993, DGA has made its presence felt through innovative, minimalistic and timeless designs. The firm strives to maintain a balance between aesthetics and functionality in all its designs. DGA aims to leave an influence on the globe through responsive and responsible architecture.

Ar. Rajesh Advani is an architect and the founding editor of ArchitectureLive! and Unbuilt Ideas, two influential digital platforms dedicated to advancing critical discourse in architecture and urbanism. Through ArchitectureLive!, Rajesh has spearheaded a movement toward 'voice populi' in the profession, inviting opinion pieces and critiques that challenge institutional norms and narratives. As the curator of Unbuilt Ideas, Rajesh explores the profound value of unrealised architectural works, providing a platform for conceptual ideas that push the boundaries of imagination. He remains committed to the belief that rigorous discourse and knowledge-sharing are fundamental to reshaping how our cities and environments are imagined and inhabited on a global scale.

Ar. Priyanka Thaker is an Assistant Professor of Architecture and the Founder of House of Berserk, a multidisciplinary art and design studio established as a parallel identity to explore experimental narratives and alternative modes of spatial expression. House of Berserk functions as an experimental laboratory that operates at the intersection of architecture, visual arts, and material research. Grounded in an inquiry into the human condition, temporal scale, and spatial perception, HoB continuously evolves, engaging with large-scale wall murals, sculptures, installations, furniture and mixed-media works transforming both individual experience and larger urban or architectural contexts.

Formal education in architecture has not only helped Ar. Jayesh Apte to create new spaces but has also inspired him to explore his urge of storytelling. This enduring passion naturally evolved into a successful career as a director of critically acclaimed theatre productions and films. His dedication to designing immersive experiences, combined with a strong focus on storytelling, enables him to seamlessly blend the worlds of architecture and filmmaking. This synergy enriches both disciplines, allowing him to craft compelling narratives and innovative spaces that captivate audiences and clients as well. He is the founder of Paies Architects and Raavie Motion Pictures

Ar. Minaz Ansari is an architect, writer, academic and urban researcher with over 25 years of experience in practice, research, teaching and writing. She has handled a variety of architectural and interior projects in Mumbai and other cities. Minaz has authored multiple books including her latest book A WALK THROUGH MUMBAI SUBURBS - BANDRA AND COASTAL TRAILS, besides writing for newspapers, publications and academic journals. She pursues research and writing on art and culture, cities and communities, heritage and water. Currently, Minaz is pursuing her PhD from Srishti Manipal Institute of Art, Design and Technology, Bangalore

Ar. Anushri Patel is Creative & Strategy Lead at HPAD, the Ahmedabad-based architecture and design firm founded by her father, celebrated architect Hiren Patel. When she joined HPAD, her focus turned to strategy and professionalising the firm from the inside, and it was through that process that she identified a clear gap in the market, leading to the founding of HPAD Styling Studio.

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Aditya Ghiya is a designer working with the medium of the visuals, formally trained as an interior architect, his passion lies in the domain of aesthetics and experience making.

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Anushri and Aditya combined forces in 2023 to create a dedicated styling studio.

A Post graduate designer from NID Ahmedabad. Moksh Thapar Studio smitamoksh AHMEDABAD Moksh is one of the founding partners at STUDIO smitamoksh. In more than twenty years of design practices, he has worked extensively on the system design thinking and traditional wisdom at various levels and forums. For past 15 years Along with his partner Smita they are working on rediscovering lost Indian design processes mentioned in different ancient scriptures under the project called Parikalpanyog

At Graphics Beyond, Ar. Baarish Date is passionate about crafting purpose-led experiences, design solutions that connect people to places. Since 2002, Graphics Beyond has had the privilege of working on diverse projects, from comprehensive wayfinding & signage programs to branded environments. The journey has been marked by a commitment to understanding the context, brand positioning and user aspirations. The studio has evolved as a dedicated Wayfinding & Experience Design studio, with key projects including Lodha World Towers Mumbai, Embassy NXT Bengaluru, The Colosseum Hyderabad, Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Complex Ayodhya, and Godrej South Estate Delhi.

Architect. Potter. A creative practice shaped between precision and intuition. Rooted in nearly three decades of architectural practice in Singapore, Ujjwala Naik Goenka’s journey into clay began as a quiet exploration and gradually evolved into a deeply personal creative practice. Working across wheel throwing and hand-building, her work is guided by texture, form, materiality, and process — balancing architectural precision with the instinctive nature of clay. Her ceramics often lean towards the sculptural, with a constant exploration of the beauty found in imperfection, movement, and the unexpected.

Ira Gosalia is an alumnus of Balwant Seth School of Architecture (NMIMS) but realised that her calling was photography. She embarked on her professional journey by assisting Sebastian and immersing herself in mastering the craft. Currently a partner at PHX INDIA, Ira's training as an architect helps her in understanding the nuances of a project, and her skill in photography lets her express them in her own unique way. Her experience with the firm has seen her mature as a photographer with more than just interior architecture as her forte. She is also WADe winner award for Artist - Professional Photography category. A foodie (a prerequisite for being on Team PHX) and a person with many dimensions (an avid dancer to Bollywood tunes, for one!), Ira is poised to leave her mark. If you want to maintain sanity and keep the conversations focused, she’s the one you must talk to