“The Making Of An Interior Designer” is a panel discussion featuring several prominent interior designers: Kavya Sheth, Hamsini Murali, Andre Camara, Husna Rahaman, Sonal Mutha, and Gaurav Panjwani. The discussion explores various facets of interior design, from early career experiences to the future of the profession.
Tracing the Early Footprints of a Designer: Panelists share insights into their formative experiences, discussing initial projects, challenges. And the role of mentors and collaboration in shaping their design philosophy. Husna Rahaman recounts her first project with Pepsi Cola and emphasizes the importance of conviction and perseverance. Gaurav Panjwani highlights how working with diverse projects and clients from the start helped shape their practice.
Andre Camara discusses the significant influence of mentors like Shah Ruk and Reu at Mystery Architects and the value of instinct in hiring. Sonal Mutha shares her career switch at 30 and the evolution of her practice, Studio Ipsa, through continuous learning and selective projects. Hamsini Murali reflects on her pivotal internship experience in Sri Lanka. And the firm’s approach of not adhering to a single design style.
Ethics, Impact & the Practice of Purpose: The discussion delves into the role of interior designers. As more than just problem solvers, but also as educators and shapers of human experience. Husna Rahaman beautifully articulates design as an “entire universe” that shapes human life, drawing a personal example from her project “Hira,” dedicated to her grandmother.
Panelists debate the impact of technology, such as AI and BIM modeling, on the creative process. While Andre Camara embraces technology to stay ahead, Gaurav Panjwani and Husna Rahaman express reservations about original creative thinking. The discussion also touches upon how technology affects craftsmanship and the coexistence of cutting-edge tech with traditional methods and local materials.
The Future of Interior Design: The session concludes with a forward-looking perspective on the future of interior design, emphasizing the importance of adaptability, continuous learning, and maintaining core values in an ever-changing landscape.
The designers highlighted the formative impact of early experiences, mentorship, and client relationships in shaping their individual philosophies and practices. A central theme was the intricate balance designers navigate between aesthetics, budgets, ethical considerations, and client expectations. Often requiring innovative problem-solving and a deep commitment to the human experience within spaces. While acknowledging the transformative potential of technology like AI, the panelists also underscored the irreplaceable value of human intuition, creative freedom, and the emotional connection inherent in the design process, suggesting that the future of interior design lies in a harmonious blend of innovation and enduring values.
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