Jimmy Mistry is a Designer, Hotelier, Serial Entrepreneur, Adventurer, &amp;amp; Developer. He founded Della Group in 1991 with a core belief that anything he designs or creates should be unique, inspirational, path-breaking and should improve the lives of as many people as possible. Under the Della Group umbrella, he has launched 6 business verticals:Della Adventure, Della Resorts, DATA, Della Villas , Della by Jimmy Mistry and DellaTalks.For more than 2 decades he has been at the forefront of the Indian Design industry and has a reputation for unique designs.Jimmy has got himself instant recognition in the Indian Hospitality industry by conceptualizing, designing and operating India’s largest Adventure Park and ExperientialHospitality Resorts. He is acclaimed as a pioneer in Adventure parks in India, which has been selected as a case study for the prestigious New York Stern School of Business.Through the past 2 decades Jimmy has been awarded multiple prestigious awards from the design and business fraternity, such as the VMRD Retail design award and Young Achiever award by the Indo-American Society and was nominated for the Ernst &amp;amp; Young entrepreneur of the year award.

Jimmy Mistry is a Designer, Hotelier, Serial Entrepreneur, Adventurer, &amp;amp; Developer. He founded Della Group in 1991 with a core belief that anything he designs or creates should be unique, inspirational, path-breaking and should improve the lives of as many people as possible. Under the Della Group umbrella, he has launched 6 business verticals:Della Adventure, Della Resorts, DATA, Della Villas , Della by Jimmy Mistry and DellaTalks.For more than 2 decades he has been at the forefront of the Indian Design industry and has a reputation for unique designs.Jimmy has got himself instant recognition in the Indian Hospitality industry by conceptualizing, designing and operating India’s largest Adventure Park and ExperientialHospitality Resorts. He is acclaimed as a pioneer in Adventure parks in India, which has been selected as a case study for the prestigious New York Stern School of Business.Through the past 2 decades Jimmy has been awarded multiple prestigious awards from the design and business fraternity, such as the VMRD Retail design award and Young Achiever award by the Indo-American Society and was nominated for the Ernst &amp;amp; Young entrepreneur of the year award.

Art & Architecture -An Indian Story

Jimmy Mistry and Ritika Kothari talk about scaling up a business, diversifying and finding inspiration in the design realm.

Heny has been practising interior design over 10 years, her forte is in residential interiors, she has designed over 50 homes so far, including multiple show apartments Pan India.Featured in AD - The List, been a part of AceTech Jury, and&nbsp;featured in magazines for design and home trends. The lust to learn and explore design to its best has been a reflection throughout her journey. As she always says - “If you want to turn a house into a home, that’s where I come in”!

Heny has been practising interior design over 10 years, her forte is in residential interiors, she has designed over 50 homes so far, including multiple show apartments Pan India.Featured in AD - The List, been a part of AceTech Jury, and&nbsp;featured in magazines for design and home trends. The lust to learn and explore design to its best has been a reflection throughout her journey. As she always says - “If you want to turn a house into a home, that’s where I come in”!

Heny Savla and Ritika Kothari talk about minimalism in design_ Art & Architecture an Indian Story

Mrinalini Ghadiok is an architect by training, visualizer by heart and writer by passion. Having worked in architecture, lighting design, historical research and writing for more than a decade, she shifted focus to the narrative of design experiences and stepped into the publishing world with STIR as the founding editor of mondo*arc India journal. With 20 issues under her belt, she then helmed its transition from a print magazine to a successful digital portal, establishing StirWorld.com.&nbsp;In addition to extensive writing and editorial responsibilities, Mrinalini has also been deeply involved in curating and executing various design-centric initiatives such as conferences, panel discussions, presentations, exhibitions and other explorative media. Her parallel pedagogical experience ranges from teaching architectural design studio to conducting independent workshops and lectures, and&nbsp; being invited as an external examiner across various design and architecture universities.Her expertise has been sought across national and international forums for presentations, talks and jury empanelling for awards and competitions, as well as for collaborations with international media and curatorial organisations.

Mrinalini Ghadiok is an architect by training, visualizer by heart and writer by passion. Having worked in architecture, lighting design, historical research and writing for more than a decade, she shifted focus to the narrative of design experiences and stepped into the publishing world with STIR as the founding editor of mondo*arc India journal. With 20 issues under her belt, she then helmed its transition from a print magazine to a successful digital portal, establishing StirWorld.com.&nbsp;In addition to extensive writing and editorial responsibilities, Mrinalini has also been deeply involved in curating and executing various design-centric initiatives such as conferences, panel discussions, presentations, exhibitions and other explorative media. Her parallel pedagogical experience ranges from teaching architectural design studio to conducting independent workshops and lectures, and&nbsp; being invited as an external examiner across various design and architecture universities.Her expertise has been sought across national and international forums for presentations, talks and jury empanelling for awards and competitions, as well as for collaborations with international media and curatorial organisations. 

Mrinalini Ghadiok and Ritika Kothari discuss the diverse options in the arena of art & architecture with media _ Art & Architecture

The Indian subcontinent has been known and celebrated for having a rich trove of history that encompasses facets of art, colossal architecture and their eternal bond. With a national history that has witnessed the ascend of multiple civilizations, a myriad of emperors and a plethora of cultural spectra – the narrative of Indian art and architecture over the past numerous decades is layered and nuanced. Each region on the subcontinent’s map brings with it a unique sense of culture, craft and artisanal prowess that manifests in the built legacies and artistic creations of the place. From the royal Mahals of Rajasthan to the picturesque temples of Rameswaram – each marvel is defined at its roots by the weaves of the country’s artistic and architectural sagas. Abhi & Ritika discover the crafts scenario in India with a tinge of mythological stories.

Abhi Gupta & Ritika Kothari talk about the Indian Crafts scenario

In conversation with Shivani Ajmera & Disha Bhavsar, Principal Designers and Co-Founders, Quirk Studio. After several revolutions around the sun and post meteoric changes in the expression of art and architecture, gauging what these realms express in the context of the present day is a reflective and intriguing conversation. What remains untainted and true across the passages of time is the relationship between built volumes and the fleeting transformation a single form of art can bring in it, when the two components unite. In times today, we see the common consumer warm up to the concept of art in their spaces – it is no longer a cold and foreign concept! Masses today kudos to the accessibility and digitization of art have come to welcome various forms of artistic expression in the spaces they inhabit. It is a tie-ship that’s lasted for decades at a stretch and it sure is a tradition that’s here to stay.

Shivani Ajmera, Disha Bhavsar & Ritika Kothari on Inspiration for today _ Art & Architecture

Priyamwada Singh, the sole founder of Common Ground Practice, a New Delhi India based firm, believes that Architecture and Design can act as a medium to create an equitable society. Grounded to the roots of humane culture, her work largely revolves around Curiosity, Community and Collaboration. Starting her journey as a student of design, she completed her bachelor’s degree with honors at CEPT, Ahmedabad India. After PG diploma studies in Art and Architecture from Städelschule, Germany, she completed her M.Arch. at Columbia University, USA receiving the Honor Award for Excellence in Design and the Kinne Fellowship.Priyamwada has more than a decade of experience in architecture and design and her work spans 4 continents and 13 countries. Prior to establishing the Common Ground Practice in 2013, she trained with architects and artists around the world, including B.V. Doshi, Tobias Rehberger and Skidmore, Owens & Merrill (SOM), New York amongst others. She has been published in international architecture journals, presented research papers for top conferences, contributed to several books on architecture and teaches at institutions like AnantU, Ahmedabad, and the School of Planning and Architecture, New Delhi. Her design thinking approach establishes a common ground between ecology, economy, culture & technology, resulting in structures that are rooted in their context and yet are contemporary and innovative. A land truly seamed together as a resultant of its traditions, demographics and history, India is a melting pot of cultures that has a unique standing the world’s panorama. Over the years one can retrace their fingers across the sands of time to see how the country has been moulded in every way, shape and form by its people and what their kaleidoscopic backgrounds bring to the table. Now, more than ever it has become resoundingly true that the only way forward and upwards is through the lens of a unified approach that is diverse yet harmonious across various spheres of development. As creative individuals across various domains, our biggest strength is the power of collaboration and to create something that’s larger than you or me. It’s the time to curate homegrown brilliance in shared spotlights!

Priyamwada Singh & Ritika Kothari on Architectural Diversity _ an Indian case study

The symbiotic relationship between art and architecture, is one that has inspired and generated awe amidst designers and artists over centuries. An equilibrium struck when these two facets come together, is something that can instantaneously invigorate a space. The resultant of art and architecture combining have led to the creation of spaces that are awe-inspiring and uplifting in their spirit. Art when inserted and woven into the right milieu has a lasting impact – it transforms a collage of bricks and beams into a space people wish to inhabit and experience. The coming together of these two realms creates the quintessential concoction of sensorial and stirring design sensibilities. Have a listen to Vishal & Ritika discussing about travels & impact of art & architecture.

Vishal Kakria & Ritika Kothari on the New Face of India Architecture

A land truly seamed together as a resultant of its traditions, demographics and history, India is a melting pot of cultures that has a unique standing the world’s panorama. Over the years one can retrace their fingers across the sands of time to see how the country has been moulded in every way, shape and form by its people and what their kaleidoscopic backgrounds bring to the table. Now, more than ever it has become resoundingly true that the only way forward and upwards is through the lens of a unified approach that is diverse yet harmonious across various spheres of development. As creative individuals across various domains, our biggest strength is the power of collaboration and to create something that’s larger than you or me. It’s the time to curate homegrown brilliance in shared spotlights!

Goonmeet Chauhan & Ritika Kothari on Building a Great India _ A diverse approach

Art and architecture have a deep connection that unites them through their design, their designer, and their individual meanings. Architect Ritika Kothari explores this connection with a curated list of artists & architects. This collaboration brings forth the successful marriage of art & architecture in the design community. The podcast will explore topics ranging from ‘Art History’ to ‘Colonial Architecture’ with a contemporary twist.

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