Four decades ago, Ar. Sanjay Patil, then a fresh graduate from Sir J.J. College of Architecture, returned to his hometown of Nashik with many ideas, dreams, and a passion to start a humble practice. This led to the inception of Environ Planners. Environ Planners was established in 1981. Over the past forty-three years, the firm has designed a wide array of work spanning residential, commercial, industrial, educational, institutional, interiors, and adaptive reuse. For Ar. Sanjay Patil, nature and vernacular architecture have been a constant inspiration. His core strength lies in designing site-sensitive, environmentconscious architecture where simplicity prevails and nests in nature

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.

Manish graduated with distinction from the Institute of Environmental Design, Gujarat in 1991. Thereafter, he worked at The Osho Commune International in Pune, for two years, contributing immensely to the Commune’s varied ongoing projects. Here, he imbibed a new spiritual approach to spatial design, as a means of connecting man with himself and his environment. Having identified the true meaning and purpose of Architecture, he established TAO Architecture Pvt. Ltd. in 1994. An Associate Member of the Council of Architecture & Indian Institute of Architects, he has gained immense recognition and appreciation for his contribution to sustainable design. Passionate and enterprising, Manish has a dynamic creative energy and an innate live for nature. He enjoys imparting his knowledge and enthusiasm to budding Architects by participating in academic studios as a speaker and juror. He has been a keynote speaker at the yearlong ‘Design Yatra’ organized by the Institute of Indian Interior Designers in 2017.

Landmark Design Group, Architects and Interior Designers was established by Ar. Usha Rangarajan in 1993. A small, steadily growing studio, Landmark Design Group has seen the evolution from handling single-family bungalow projects to now bringing the first ever "green", off-grid government (administration building) in India into existence. A closely-knit group, the team comprises of Architects, Interior designers, 3-d visualizers, and architectural assistants, apart from managerial and support staff. Client aspirations and client-interface are important to LDG and play a pivotal role in the design process. One of the early lessons learnt was the value of continuous hands-on approach in order to ensure the success of the project

Sunil Patil Associates Pvt. Ltd. (SPAPL) is a multi-award-winning architectural and interior design consultancy passionate about sustainable and environment-friendly designs. Since its establishment in 1994 in Kolhapur and later in Pune in 2010, SPAPL has become one of India's most innovative and respected firms. Ar. Sunil Patil's design philosophy is based on a deep understanding and respect for nature. The firm believes that man's body and mind respond better to nature than man-made spaces, and strives to create designs that are in harmony with the natural world. SPAPL is deeply committed to environmentally responsible design practices.

Ar. Anil Ranka leads Anil Ranka Architects, Pune. Armed with an in-depth knowledge and extensive expertise in the realm of architecture and design, the f irm is known for transforming basic brick and mortar into extraordinary spaces. This professional enterprise visualizes, ideates and implements residential, commercial and/or industrial projects that redefine a particular area's architectural landscape at large. It has the know-how to cater to a diverse set of industries spanning hospitality, education, healthcare, IT, and retail. Each architectural project this firm undertakes employs a dedication to design excellence, efficient delivery and sophistication in building technology

Ar. Praveen Bawdekar chose to return to his roots in small town India, after completing his undergraduate studies from Bangalore University and his postgraduate studies at the Architectural Association, London's Design Research lab. Praveen founded Thirdspace Architecture Studio (TAS) in 2003 after returning to India from London. The studio was envisaged as an experimental space of explorations into architecture and urbanism, where he helped synthesise a new approach of doing design that relied less on intuition and inspiration and more on investigation and inquiry. The works of TAS have consistently been recognised over the years, starting right from the second year of its inception in 2003

Ar. Vikas Achalkar, Bachelor of Architecture, 1994 batch from University of Pune, is environment conscious. During his academic pursuits, he spent 3 Years with specialist Architects in England and worked on theme based projects. He has mastered the interplay of designing a project, creating a profitable proposition for the Developer fraternity and framing a strong delivery system. This composite approach sets Ar. Vikas Achalkar apart. As a trained pilot holding a valid Pilot's License, Vikas Achalkar loves to fly. He is the Principal Partner of A & T Consultants and the driving force, providing a single point of contact for clients.