Introduction

Architecture today is more than the creation of physical structures. It is a dialogue between people, place, culture, and time. As cities expand and aspirations evolve, architects are redefining how we experience space through innovation, sustainability, and thoughtful design interventions. The Architectural Excellence Top 100 – North India celebrates professionals who are shaping meaningful built environments across residential, commercial, hospitality, institutional, and urban landscapes. These leaders represent a powerful spectrum of expertise, from legacy practices to emerging studios, each contributing to a design language that balances aesthetics with responsibility. Their work reflects a deep understanding of context, functionality, and human experience, demonstrating how architecture can influence not only skylines but also the quality of everyday life.

Saurabh Gupta, Partner, Vijay Gupta Architects: With over 15 years as a Partner at Vijay Gupta Architects, Saurabh Gupta carries forward the firm’s legacy in user-centric and educational space design. An alumnus of the School of Planning and Architecture, his work focuses on creating interactive learning environments that support holistic child development. Sustainability remains integral to his design approach, shaping environmentally responsive and thoughtfully planned buildings.

Nitin Pande, Principal Architect, Pande & Associates: Nitin Pande carries forward the legacy of Pande & Associates, a firm with over five decades of architectural excellence. With experience across commercial, hospitality, institutional, and residential projects, his work blends global design sensibilities with functional clarity. His leadership emphasizes sustainable, future-ready spaces delivered through a collaborative design-build approach.

Dikshu Kukreja, Managing Principal, CP Kukreja Architects: Dikshu Kukreja is the Managing Principal at CP Kukreja Architects, leading large-scale architectural, urban design, and infrastructure projects across India and internationally. With academic training from Harvard GSD and SPA Delhi, his practice is grounded in contextual design and sustainability. Beyond built work, he actively contributes to design discourse through public platforms and institutional initiatives.

Kulmeet Shangari, Chairman & Managing Director, ACPL Design Ltd: Kulmeet Shangari leads ACPL Design Ltd, an India and Dubai-based architectural design firm with over five decades of professional legacy. With nearly three decades of leadership experience, he has guided the firm across commercial, residential, and office developments. Under his direction, ACPL integrates advanced technologies such as BIM with a strong commitment to quality, innovation, and dependable design delivery.

Nishant Goel, Partner Director, Novarch Consultants: Nishant Goel is a senior architect and urban designer with extensive national and international experience spanning over two decades. At Novarch Consultants, he leads award-winning architecture and urban planning projects that integrate sustainability, engineering excellence, and human-centric design. His academic grounding from UCL and strong leadership have contributed to some of the country’s most complex and impactful developments.

Gian P. Mathur, Managing Director, GPM – Architects & Planners: A Gold Medalist from the School of Planning and Architecture, Gian P. Mathur is a leading architectural consultant known for his expertise in large-scale commercial, retail, and mixed-use developments. Since founding his practice in 1992, he has led projects for major corporate houses and government organisations, contributing significantly to India’s urban and infrastructural growth. His work reflects a balance between design excellence, economic efficiency, and social responsibility.

Arun Bij, Founder & Principal Architect, Design Plus Architects: An alumnus of the School of Planning and Architecture, Arun Bij co-founded Design Plus Architects in 1981 and brings over three decades of national and international experience in architecture, planning, and construction. Under his leadership, Design Plus has emerged as one of India’s most awarded firms, notably winning six national-level design competitions since 2010. His deep understanding of the Indian construction ecosystem has shaped large-scale institutional, educational, and sports infrastructure projects across the country.

Raman Sikka, Associate Principal, Sikka Associates Architects: Raman Sikka has been an integral part of Sikka Associates Architects for over three decades, contributing to the firm’s legacy of delivering bold and enduring architectural landmarks. A graduate of the School of Planning and Architecture, his experience spans diverse project typologies from master planning to detailed architectural design. His work supports the firm’s contemporary yet context-driven approach, recognised globally for design excellence.

Sonali Bhagwati, President, DPA: Sonali Bhagwati is a senior architect with over three decades of professional experience and a key force behind DPA’s growth as a leading design firm in NCR. Her work spans hospitality, housing, commercial, mixed-use, institutional projects, and large-scale master planning. With a strong interest in urban and community design, she actively contributes to public discourse and has served multiple terms with the Delhi Urban Arts Commission.

Rajiv Marwah, Founder and CEO, Rajiv Marwah and Associates (RMA): Rajiv Marwah is the founder of Rajiv Marwah and Associates, bringing over four decades of experience in architecture and interior design. A graduate of Chandigarh College of Architecture, he has led diverse residential, commercial, and industrial projects across North India. His practice emphasizes sustainable, context-driven design at both building and urban scales.

Amod Sood, Director, Studio Dimension Architects Private Limited: Amod Sood is an accomplished architect and urban designer with academic roots in Chandigarh College of Architecture and SPA Delhi. Since establishing his practice in 1985, he has delivered institutional, educational, hospitality, and commercial projects across India. His portfolio includes significant campus developments for the University of Delhi and leading schools and hotels, reflecting a strong commitment to functional, people-centric design.

Debasish Guha, Founding Director, ARCOP Associates Private Limited: Debasish Guha is the founding director of ARCOP Associates, a leading architectural and master planning practice with a legacy spanning four decades in India. A McGill University alumnus and Fellow of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors, his expertise covers urban planning, mixed-use developments, and large-scale institutional projects. Under his leadership, ARCOP has delivered complex, future-ready environments across diverse typologies.

Vipul B Varshney, Director and Founder, STHAPATI: Vipul B Varshney is an architect, urbanist, and cultural heritage evangelist whose work spans architecture, infrastructure, and conservation. A prolific author and thought leader, she has led landmark projects in public infrastructure, heritage restoration, and community-focused architecture. Her contributions have shaped the built environment in India and abroad, earning national recognition for creative excellence.

Mukta Gupta, Senior Architect and Founding Partner, Creators Architects: Mukta Gupta is a senior architect with over 30 years of professional practice and a founding partner at Creators Architects. A graduate of IIT Roorkee and a GRIHA-qualified evaluator, her work focuses on sustainable architecture, public spaces, and urban landscapes. Her designs reflect a deep connection to nature, human behavior, and culturally rooted environmental planning.

Nitish Goel, Studio Head & Architect, Conarch Architects: Nitish Goel is the Studio Head at Conarch Architects and a recipient of the COA National Award for Excellence in Architectural Thesis. A graduate of the School of Planning and Architecture, New Delhi, his work has been widely published across leading national and international platforms. With a strong design sensibility and academic engagement, his projects reflect experiential design, clarity of thought, and architectural precision.

Atul Gupta, Head, Spatium Architects: Atul Gupta brings over three decades of architectural experience to Spatium Architects, with a strong emphasis on spatial philosophy and long-term viability. A nationally awarded architect and ECBC expert, his work spans housing, urban furniture, and institutional projects. His leadership extends beyond practice through active roles in architectural associations and professional bodies.

LA (Lakshmanan Agoramurthy) Murthy, Founder, Managing Director & Principal Architect, Aashray Design Consultants Pvt. Ltd.: With over 34 years of professional experience, Ar. L.A. Murthy leads ADCPL as a pan-India multidisciplinary practice delivering architecture, engineering, and interior solutions. His work spans industrial, healthcare, institutional, commercial, and residential projects, with a strong focus on efficiency, innovation, and execution excellence. Under his leadership, ADCPL has successfully completed over 1000 projects across India.

Baljeet Singh Phogat, Founder and Principal Architect, The Phogat Associates: Baljeet Singh Phogat is a seasoned architect with over 30 years of professional experience leading The Phogat Associates. Since 1994, he has delivered residential, commercial, hospitality, and industrial projects rooted in precision, functionality, and sustainability. His practice is known for strong execution, client-centric delivery, and enduring architectural value.

Goonmeet Singh Chauhan, Founding Partner, Design Forum International: Goonmeet Singh Chauhan is a founding partner at Design Forum International and a key contributor to India’s civic and infrastructure landscape. An IIT Kharagpur alumnus, his portfolio includes landmark projects such as Select Citywalk, Delhi High Court’s New Courts Block, and major transport infrastructure across the country. His people-centric and future-focused design philosophy continues to shape large-scale, nation-building architecture.

Gavish Sahni, Principal Architect, Studio Srijan: With nearly three decades of practice, Gavish Sahni has led Studio Srijan in delivering large-scale, multidisciplinary architectural projects across diverse typologies. Under his leadership, the firm has grown into a 50+ member team handling over one million sq. ft. of built work. His approach balances design intent with execution-driven efficiency and long-term functionality.

Rohit Sethi, Architect and Director, Abitare: Rohit Sethi is a seasoned architect with over 25 years of experience and a graduate of IIT Roorkee. As the co-founder of Abitare, he leads projects across hospitality, residential, commercial, healthcare, and corporate sectors. His work is known for blending simplicity, elegance, and drama while responding sensitively to environmental, social, and cultural contexts.

Sonali Rastogi, Founding Partner, Morphogenesis: Sonali Rastogi is the co-founding partner of Morphogenesis, one of India’s most globally recognized architecture and urban design practices. With an academic foundation from SPA Delhi and the Architectural Association, her work spans architecture, urbanism, and sustainability-led design. A leading voice in design discourse, she continues to shape inclusive, research-driven, and equitable practices across the built environment.

Amit Aurora, Partner, groupDCA: A graduate of the School of Planning and Architecture, Amit Aurora co-founded groupDCA in 1996 and has led the firm’s growth into a multidisciplinary, award-winning design practice. His work spans residential, retail, hospitality, and workplace projects, emphasising design longevity, functional clarity, and contextual balance. With a strong focus on sustainable materials and craftsmanship, his projects are widely recognised across national and international platforms.

Anupam Bansal, Managing Partner, ABRD Architects: Anupam Bansal is an architect and urbanist who co-founded ABRD Architects in 1996, shaping the firm into a nationally respected practice. Known for winning prestigious architectural competitions, his work spans educational institutions, research facilities, workplaces, and hospitality projects. His design approach is rooted in research, contextual analysis, and the philosophy of thinking globally while acting locally.

Vivek Puri, Founding Partner and Principal Architect, MAas Architects: Vivek Puri is a veteran architect with over 30 years of experience across hospitality, residential, commercial, retail, and institutional projects. As the founding partner of MAas Architects, he has led projects totaling nearly 10 million sq. ft. across India. His practice is driven by a people-first philosophy, strong design leadership, and comprehensive project delivery expertise.

Dr Harish Tripathi, Principal Architect, Arhta New Delhi: Dr Harish Tripathi brings over two decades of professional experience across master planning, architecture, interiors, and landscape design. His work at Arhta New Delhi integrates ekistics, Vedic philosophy, and contemporary design to create sustainable, culturally rooted environments. A PhD in Architecture and visiting faculty at Jamia Millia Islamia, he has led over 100 projects for major public and private institutions in India and abroad.

Vineeta Singhania Sharma, Founder Partner & Principal Architect, Confluence: With over 25 years of professional experience, Vineeta Singhania Sharma leads Confluence as its Founder Partner and Principal Architect, steering its multidisciplinary design vision. Her work is rooted in contextual sensitivity, systems-driven processes, and creative problem-solving across architecture, interiors, and landscape design. Under her leadership, Confluence has established a strong reputation for delivering socially responsible, sustainable, and design-forward built environments.

Vinit Khanna, Principal Architect, Space Ace: With over three decades of professional practice, Vinit Khanna brings deep expertise in architecture, interiors, and furniture design. Through Space Ace and TouchWood, he has consistently explored customization, sustainability, and the emotional quality of spaces. His work reflects a long-standing commitment to craftsmanship and design continuity.

Rohit Nagia, Director, Metricchants Design Attributes Pvt. Ltd.: Rohit Nagia is a CEPT graduate and green architecture specialist with over two decades of professional practice. As the director of Metricchants Design Attributes, he has delivered hundreds of luxury residential, commercial, and corporate projects rooted in sustainability and energy efficiency. A certified GRIHA trainer and published author, his work advocates low-maintenance, environmentally responsible design.

Sachin Sachdev, Founder & CEO, VYOM AEC Pvt Ltd: Sachin Sachdev brings over 25 years of experience in architecture, engineering, and construction consulting through his leadership at VYOM AEC. A graduate of the School of Planning and Architecture with an MBA in finance and leadership, he integrates design excellence with strategic and sustainable practices. His work spans diverse building typologies, delivering integrated solutions across India and international markets.

Gaurav Varmani, Founder & Principal Architect, Studio LINEDESIGN: Gaurav Varmani is a specialist in industrial, logistics, and infrastructure architecture with a strong pan-India portfolio. Through Studio LINEDESIGN, he has redefined industrial facilities by integrating functionality, sustainability, and high-performance design. His work reflects deep expertise in feasibility studies, project management, and future-ready industrial environments.

Sandeep Sharma, Founder Partner, DesignICON Architects: With over two decades of professional experience, Sandeep Sharma leads DesignICON Architects in delivering architecture and interior design solutions across India. His portfolio includes complex private and government projects such as airports, hospitals, educational institutions, offices, and hospitality spaces. He is recognized for providing end-to-end design and build solutions with a strong execution focus.

Rahul Sharma, Principal Architect and Founder, Design Worx: Rahul Sharma is the founder of Design Worx, a multidisciplinary design and build firm offering end-to-end architectural and interior solutions. With over two decades of experience, his work spans hospitality, retail, commercial, institutional, and healthcare projects across India. He is recognized for delivering experience-driven, human-centric spaces through an integrated design and execution approach.

Vaibhav Dimri, Owner, Anagram Architects: Vaibhav Dimri leads Anagram Architects, a multidisciplinary design practice known for its diverse scale and cross-sectoral work. With projects spanning architecture, interiors, scenography, exhibitions, and urban interventions, the firm reflects a non-restrictive and exploratory design approach. Anagram’s work emphasizes ecological sensitivity and responsible lifestyles, earning over 60 national and international awards.

Ambrish Arora, Founding Partner, Studio Lotus: Ambrish Arora is the founding partner of Studio Lotus, a multidisciplinary practice known for its context-responsive and conscious design approach. His work integrates vernacular wisdom, modern practices, and artisanal craftsmanship across architecture, interiors, and master planning. Under his leadership, the studio has delivered internationally recognized projects rooted in cultural, environmental, and social sensitivity.

Sunil Kaushik, Founder & Creative Director, Silhouette the design studio: An alumnus of Malaviya National Institute of Technology, Jaipur, Sunil Kaushik founded Silhouette, the design studio in 2002 and brings over two decades of professional experience. His practice specialises in industrial, commercial, institutional, and multiplex design, with over 200 cinema screens delivered across India. Guided by contextual sensitivity, sustainability, and user experience, his work focuses on creating architecture that responds meaningfully to culture and climate.

Monika Gulati, Director Business Development, Hillwalk Designs: Monika Gulati plays a key leadership role at Hillwalk Designs, a design-and-build firm specialising in tech-enabled corporate and commercial workspaces. With a strong focus on integrated delivery, she contributes to creating functional, high-performance interiors through seamless coordination between design and execution teams. Her work supports the firm’s vision of delivering ready-to-move-in, interactive work environments across India.

Gaurav Saini, Principal Architect, Architects Atelier: Gaurav Saini co-founded Architects Atelier with a strong focus on human-centric, context-responsive architecture. With advanced training in architecture, town planning, and ekistics, his work bridges design, settlement science, and real-world usability. Over two decades of practice, he has delivered projects that balance contemporary thinking with timeless spatial clarity.

Vinod Singhi, Founder and Principal Architect, BASICS Architects: Vinod Singhi is a senior architect with over two decades of experience and the founder of BASICS Architects. His practice focuses on educational campuses, workplaces, hospitality, and commercial projects driven by nature-integrated and climate-responsive design. With projects delivered across India and internationally, his work emphasizes long-term performance, sustainability, and user comfort.

Moulshri Joshi, Founding Partner, SpaceMatters: Moulshri Joshi is a leading voice in architecture, urban research, and industrial heritage conservation in India. As a founding partner at SpaceMatters, her work bridges design practice, academia, and policy-driven discourse. With long-standing involvement in heritage remediation and urban studies, she brings a critical, research-oriented perspective to contemporary architectural practice.

Priyanka Khanna, Founding Partner, 42mm Architecture: An alumnus of the Sushant School of Art and Architecture, Priyanka Khanna is the founding partner of 42mm Architecture, leading projects from concept to completion. With extensive experience across luxury residences, hospitality, retail, and commercial spaces, she ensures strong design continuity, value engineering, and execution quality. Her work is rooted in research-driven, sustainable design and a context-responsive approach.

Sanchit Arora, Principal Architect, Renesa Architectural Design Interiors Studio: Sanchit Arora leads Renesa with a design approach rooted in rigorous research, academic excellence, and large-scale execution. With international exposure from institutions like Politecnico di Milano and the Architectural Association, his work spans airports, commercial complexes, and institutional projects across India. His award-winning academic foundation and hands-on leadership reflect a balance of conceptual depth and practical delivery.

Vikas Sabharwal, Director & Principal Architect, ivpartners: Vikas Sabharwal leads ivpartners with over 28 years of industry experience, driving innovation and excellence across diverse architectural and design projects. Known for translating client vision into strong design direction, he has delivered recognized projects nationwide. His practice blends global collaboration with localized expertise, spanning retail, luxury residences, and experience-driven environments.

Manu Malhotra, Founder Partner & Director, IIDC Architects: Manu Malhotra is a seasoned architect with over 25 years of experience across healthcare, institutional, and community-focused projects. With extensive exposure to North American practices, he integrates global best practices with contextual Indian design solutions. Known for process optimisation, efficiency, and user-centric design, he continues to redefine healthcare architecture through innovation, leadership, and academic contribution.

Sanjeev Sharma, Principal Architect, Orionn Architects: Sanjeev Sharma brings nearly two decades of experience across architecture, planning, interiors, and heritage conservation. As Principal Architect at Orionn Architects, he has led diverse projects with a multidisciplinary approach. Through DezignBank, he is also redefining how architects engage with digital design assets and specification platforms.

Manish Gulati, Principal Architect, MOFA Studio: Manish Gulati is the founding force behind MOFA Studio, known for its research-driven and globally responsive architectural language. A CEPT alumnus, his work spans public spaces, institutions, stadiums, and urban-scale projects, earning nearly 50 national and international awards. His design philosophy integrates sustainability, innovation, and contextual sensitivity to create impactful, future-ready environments.

Akshat Bhatt, Principal Architect, Architecture Discipline: Akshat Bhatt is the founding principal of Architecture Discipline, a multidisciplinary practice known for its contemporary yet context-rooted design approach. His work spans architecture, interiors, urban regeneration, and public installations, with landmark projects such as the India Pavilion at Hannover Messe and corporate headquarters for leading institutions. Through research-led and technically rigorous design, his practice continues to shape adaptable and optimistic built environments.

Rachna Agarwal, Founder & Principal Architect, Studio IAAD and Co-Founder, Zoera: Rachna Agarwal is the Founder and Principal Architect of Studio IAAD, with nearly two decades of experience in crafting immersive and sensorial spatial experiences. Trained at the TVB School of Habitat Studies and the Auroville Earth Institute, her design philosophy blends innovation, material exploration, and technological advancement. Her work spans corporate spaces, retail, residences, and bespoke homes, marked by strong design integrity and execution excellence.

Meena Murthy Kakkar, Design Head & Partner, Envisage: With over 15 years of professional design experience and more than a decade in academia, Meena Murthy Kakkar brings a balanced perspective of practice and pedagogy. At Envisage, she leads design across architecture and interiors with a strong focus on visualisation, collaboration, and execution. Her teaching and professional journey have shaped a flexible, solution-oriented design approach rooted in critical thinking and adaptability.

Aparna Kaushik, Founder & Principal Architect, Aparna Kaushik Design Group: Aparna Kaushik is a leading designer of ultra-luxury estate homes and lifestyle creations in India. Heading a multidisciplinary design-and-build practice, she works across architecture, interiors, furniture, lighting, and landscape design. Known for her meticulous attention to detail and contemporary-classical design language, her work delivers cohesive, bespoke environments defined by precision, craftsmanship, and timeless elegance.

Dinesh Panwar, Founder & Principal Architect, Urbanscape Architects: Dinesh Panwar established Urbanscape Architects in 2008 as a process-driven design studio working across diverse typologies. His architecture is deeply rooted in context, climate, and user-centric design, resulting in sustainable and timeless spaces. Influenced by modernist principles and a strong sense of material honesty, his work has received international recognition for its clarity, functionality, and design integrity.

Rakesh Sharma, Director and Principal Architect, Genre of Design: Rakesh Sharma leads Genre of Design, a multidisciplinary practice working across architecture, interiors, and urban design. His work spans high-end residential, hospitality, commercial, institutional, healthcare, and large-scale urban developments. Guided by the belief that architecture should emerge from life itself, his projects focus on creating intuitive, human-centric spaces that evolve with use.

Sachin Rastogi, Founder Director and Design Principal, Zero Energy Design Lab (ZED Lab): Sachin Rastogi leads ZED Lab with a pioneering focus on net-zero energy and climate-responsive architecture. With academic foundations from SPA New Delhi and the Architectural Association, London, his work integrates passive design strategies, bioclimatic principles, and advanced simulation tools to create high-performance buildings. Through award-winning projects across residential, institutional, hospitality, commercial, and industrial sectors, he continues to set benchmarks in sustainable, energy-efficient design rooted in Indian vernacular wisdom and future-ready innovation.

Nikhil Gupta, Principal Architect and Founder, Gravity Design Studio: Nikhil Gupta is the founder and principal architect of Gravity Design Studio, a multidisciplinary architecture and interior design firm established in 2009. With over 15 years of experience, his work spans residential, commercial, institutional, retail, and landscape projects across India. His design approach balances contemporary aesthetics, functionality, and environmentally conscious practices.

Rukhsana Husain, Director & Principal Architect, Reinforce Designs Private Limited: Rukhsana Husain is the Director and Principal Architect at Reinforce Designs, offering comprehensive consultancy across architecture, interiors, planning, and project management. A graduate of Jamia Millia Islamia and MANIT, she brings multidisciplinary expertise to residential, commercial, institutional, and healthcare projects. Her practice focuses on integrating innovative design solutions with efficient execution from concept to completion.

Martand Khosla, Partner and Principal Architect, Romi Khosla Design Studios: Martand Khosla is an architect and artist whose practice spans institutional, corporate, residential, and experimental architecture. A graduate of the Architectural Association, London, his studio has delivered critically acclaimed projects, including museums, corporate headquarters, and adaptive reuse works. Parallel to architecture, his art practice engages with themes of urbanism and is represented internationally.

Kapil Aggarwal, Founder & Principal Architect, Spaces Architects@ka: Kapil Aggarwal is the founder of Spaces Architects@ka and a graduate of MIT Manipal, known for narrative-driven architecture rooted in Indian craft and culture. A seven-time World Architecture Festival finalist and recipient of the UNESCO Asia-Pacific Heritage Award, his work spans residences, institutions, and heritage conservation. Widely published and internationally recognised, his practice reflects a timeless dialogue between space, memory, and meaning.

Tejeshwi Bansal, Co-Founder, Chaukor Studio: Tejeshwi Bansal is the co-founder of Chaukor Studio, a Noida-based architecture and interior design practice focused on timeless residential design. An alumnus of the School of Planning and Architecture, his work emphasises thoughtful spatial planning, seamless indoor–outdoor integration, and lifestyle-driven design. Through Chaukor, he has delivered user-centric, eco-conscious projects that balance enduring aesthetics with functional clarity.

Akhil Gupta, Principal Architect, AN Architects and Planners: Akhil Gupta leads AN Architects and Planners with over a decade of experience in architecture, planning, and interiors. His practice delivers commercial and residential projects through a holistic design and implementation approach. With a strong background in housing and town planning, he focuses on quality-driven, client-centric solutions.

Vibhor Mehra, Founding Partner & Principal Architect, Trizzone Design Consultancy Services Pvt. Ltd.: Vibhor Mehra is an architect with over 10 years of experience in designing and coordinating large, complex projects across India. With a strong inclination toward climate-responsive and sustainable design, his work balances modern aesthetics with efficiency and environmental sensitivity. At Trizzone, he focuses on creating timeless, value-driven architectural and urban spaces.

Tushar Gaur, Founder & Principal Architect, Rhizome: Tushar Gaur is an architect and design theorist who leads Rhizome, an international practice with studios in Gurugram and Sydney. Educated at CEPT University and Politecnico di Milano as an Erasmus Mundus scholar, his work spans hospitality, housing, healthcare, and industrial architecture. With a strong academic inclination, he actively contributes to architectural discourse through teaching and jury engagements.

Priyanka Chaudhary, Founder and Design Head, Prospective Designs: Priyanka Chaudhary is an interior architect known for concept-driven, thematic designs for restaurants and commercial spaces. Blending creativity with mindfulness, she leads Prospective Designs in crafting functional yet expressive interiors across hospitality, corporate, and residential projects. Her philosophy of creating with heart and building with mind reflects in every detail-driven space.

Alex Joseph, Co-Founder and Principal Architect, Myspace Architects: Alex Joseph co-founded Myspace Architects with a vision to create spaces that seamlessly blend functionality and aesthetics. With experience across reputed firms in Bangalore and Delhi, he brings clarity and simplicity to complex design challenges. His collaborative leadership has helped the practice deliver award-winning residential, retail, and institutional projects.

Rishabh Sharma, Founder and Principal Architect, Inception Design Cell: Rishabh Sharma leads Inception Design Cell with expertise spanning urban planning, architecture, interiors, BIM, and 3D visualization. His multidisciplinary practice operates across India and international regions, delivering large-scale and complex projects with precision. Known for integrating technology-driven workflows, he brings efficiency, sustainability, and global ambition to Indian design.

Prince K Kumar, Founder and Principal Architect, Manthan Architects: Prince K Kumar is the founder and principal architect of Manthan Architects, a multidisciplinary design and build studio based in Gurgaon. His work spans hospitality, healthcare, commercial, and infrastructure projects, with a strong focus on sustainability and human-centric design. Known for integrating architecture, interiors, construction, and modular furniture, he leads a future-forward practice rooted in innovation and purpose.

Love Choudhary, Founder & Principal Architect, AND Studio: Love Choudhary heads AND Studio with a design philosophy rooted in sustainability, luxury, and human well-being. A graduate of Vastu Kala Academy, he leads a multidisciplinary team delivering projects from townships to hospitality and high-end residences. His work emphasizes timeless, contextually responsive spaces that merge innovation with environmental responsibility.

Kunaal S Baweja, Co-founder and Principal Architect, Affinity Design Studio: Kunaal S Baweja brings over a decade of experience across Indian and international architectural and interior projects. As a collaborative leader, he guides projects from concept to completion with strong control over design quality, budgets, and timelines. His work explores innovative materials and techniques to create functional, inspiring, and memorable environments.

Nidhi Wadhwa, Founder and Design Director, Naid Consulting: Nidhi Wadhwa brings nearly a decade of experience in architecture, interiors, and landscape design through her leadership at Naid Consulting. Her multidisciplinary approach integrates sustainability, project management, and design innovation to create user-centric and adaptable spaces. Each project reflects a balance of aesthetic elegance, functionality, and community-driven design.

Amrita Jena, Head of Design, Furnish ME Architects: Amrita Jena leads design at Furnish ME Architects, a practice known for bespoke interiors and turnkey design-build solutions. With experience across residential, commercial, co-working, healthcare, and urban design projects, her work focuses on transforming spaces with practical, human-centric design. She is recognized for her hands-on leadership and ability to deliver end-to-end projects across varied scales.

Pratishtha Sharma, Partner, MSAP Architects: Pratishtha Sharma is a COA-certified architect and partner at MSAP Architects, with academic training from Vastu Kala Academy, New Delhi. Her professional experience spans complex projects including embassies, institutional buildings, commercial developments, and large-scale competitions. She brings a strong focus on collaboration, technical rigor, and design integrity to architectural, interior, and turnkey projects.

Kunal Sinha, Founder & Principal Architect, SIAR & PARTNERS: Kunal Sinha founded SIAR & PARTNERS with a vision to create architecture that positively impacts users and nurtures creative talent. His design philosophy centres on buildings that communicate with their occupants while responding to present challenges and future needs. Leading a multidisciplinary team, his work spans architecture, urban design, interiors, and planning with a strong focus on integrated design thinking.

Deepak Maheshwari, Principal Architect, Arch n Craft Design Studio: Deepak Maheshwari brings nearly a decade of professional practice across architecture and interior design. His experience spans residential, commercial, and interior projects, shaped by hands-on leadership and exposure to multiple design studios. He is known for his practical approach, adaptability, and strong execution across diverse project typologies.

Achala Karna Goyal, Principal Architect and Co-Founder, K&G Architects: Achala Karna Goyal is the principal architect and co-founder of K&G Architects, with practice bases in Delhi and Nepal. With academic training from Kurukshetra University and the University of Strathclyde, her work integrates green architecture, urban design, and placemaking principles. She is known for creating human-centric spaces that connect deeply with their context and community.

Varun Jain, Founding Partner & Creative Director, DeArc: Varun Jain brings over 21 years of experience in designing and delivering large-scale housing, mixed-use, and urban development projects in India and abroad. His information-driven design approach and contemporary eclectic style shape projects that are contextually responsive and future-oriented. Actively engaged in both professional practice and academia, his work focuses on addressing the complexities of urban development through thoughtful and tailored design solutions.

Nupur Sahay, Co-Founder & Principal Architect, Studio Rust: Nupur Sahay co-founded Studio Rust with a vision inspired by nature and evolving materiality. With over eight years of experience and a background from Sushant School of Art and Architecture, she crafts deeply personal and intuitive spaces. Her work reflects a balance of innovation and authenticity, creating environments that evolve gracefully over time.

Ritika R., Founder and Principal Architect, URBANMISTRII STUDIO
Ritika R. leads Urbanmistrii Studio with a strong focus on human-centric, high-end residential and F&B architecture. Her work balances aesthetics, functionality, and sustainability while embracing innovation and emerging technologies. Known for her hands-on involvement across all project stages, she consistently delivers timeless, award-recognised design solutions.

Pranjal Bajpai, Co-Founder and Principal Architect, Acenzo: Pranjal Bajpai leads Acenzo with a sharp focus on healthcare and institutional architecture, resolving clinical complexity through rigorous planning and design clarity. His work emphasizes intuitive layouts, operational efficiency, and calm, healing environments shaped from the inside out. With global experience across large, time-sensitive projects, he delivers architecture that performs seamlessly while retaining strong design integrity.

Keshav Kumar Agrawal, Director, Vastushala Consultants: Keshav Kumar Agrawal is a National Award-winning architect with experience spanning corporate interiors, luxury residences, group housing, and temple architecture. Having worked with leading Indian practices, he brings design depth and execution clarity to his projects. His work reflects a strong commitment to quality, cultural relevance, and nation-building through architecture.

Aman Issar, Founder and Studio Head, UNBOX DESIGN: Aman Issar is the founder of UNBOX DESIGN, a young design-build practice focused on creating authentic, process-driven architectural environments. With experience across residential, hospitality, interiors, and master planning, his work emphasizes timeless minimalism and honest materiality. His studio delivers integrated design and build solutions rooted in context and human experience.

Aayush Chaudhary, Director & Principal Architect, ACad Studio: Aayush Chaudhary leads ACad Studio as Director and Principal Architect, steering a young and dynamic practice focused on architecture, interiors, and construction consultancy. With experience across design and execution, his work emphasises spatial planning, sustainability, and technology-driven solutions. Under his leadership, the studio continues to deliver integrated, future-ready projects across multiple sectors.

Devender Kumar, Principal Architect, Archfy: Devender Kumar leads Archfy as Principal Architect, overseeing end-to-end design, project management, and execution across architectural, interior, and construction projects. With hands-on experience across concept development, documentation, and on-site coordination, his work focuses on smart space management and cost-effective design. Through Archfy, he delivers client-centric, sustainable solutions across residential and commercial spaces.

Shreya A Srivastava, Founder & Principal Architect, Studio Shunya: Shreya A Srivastava is the founder of Studio Shunya, a practice dedicated to environmentally rooted and sustainable architecture. An alumnus of Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University, her work champions natural building materials while redefining luxury through sustainability. With projects published in leading platforms, her practice focuses on ecological balance, material honesty, and user-centric design.

Naveen Chandra, Principal Architect, Zenith Essence Architects: Naveen Chandra leads Zenith Essence Architects with a strong focus on exterior elevation design, landscaping, and technology-driven architecture. With expertise in advanced design tools and a keen understanding of color, texture, and form, his work transforms functional spaces into visually compelling environments. His practice aims to make quality architecture accessible across urban and emerging regions.

Shivangi Agrawal, Founder and Creative Director, DivineSpace Studio: Shivangi Agrawal is an architect and IGBC Accredited Professional with over 16 years of experience in architecture and interior design. An alumna of the School of Planning and Architecture, New Delhi, she founded DivineSpace with a vision to create peaceful, context-driven spaces. Her work spans residential, retail, hospitality, corporate, and commercial projects, blending aesthetics, functionality, and cost efficiency.

Manish Kumar Jha, Founder, Studio MJHA: Manish Kumar Jha is a young architectural practitioner leading Studio MJHA with a focus on design development and execution. His experience across multiple studios has strengthened his skills in architectural drawings, site coordination, and contemporary design practices. His work reflects a growing commitment to clarity and hands-on learning.

Ashish Singh, Founder and Principal Architect, StellarTerra Architects: Ashish Singh represents a new generation of architects focused on innovation, sustainability, and refined residential design. Through StellarTerra Architects, he creates bespoke architectural and interior solutions that blend modern aesthetics with thoughtful planning. His practice emphasizes user-centric design, visual clarity, and aspirational living environments.

Ar. Samridhi Narang, Director and Founder, Aurum Architects: Samridhi Narang is the founder and principal architect of Aurum Architects, where she creates modern, functional, and Vastu-compliant spaces. A graduate of Gateway College of Architecture and Design, she blends contemporary design with the science of spatial harmony. Her work focuses on delivering timeless, balanced environments that promote comfort, positivity, and purpose.

Sheifali Aggarwal, Founder, AGASHE – A Design Storistry: Sheifali Aggarwal is an architect and design professional with extensive experience across interior design, architecture, and team leadership. Through AGASHE, she crafts tailored architectural and interior narratives shaped by storytelling and functionality. Her practice reflects a balance of creative direction, execution, and client-focused design.

Simran Arora, Principal Architect and Founder, Asa Design Studio: Simran Arora leads Asa Design Studio with a dynamic approach to architecture and interiors across Noida and Uttarakhand. With diverse professional experience spanning design studios, turnkey firms, and independent practice, she brings a strong foundation in project execution and creative planning. Her work reflects a balance of functional design, contextual sensitivity, and evolving contemporary aesthetics.

Vishal Aroraa, Director, Adi Designs Pvt. Ltd.: With over two decades of industry experience, Vishal Aroraa has established Adi Designs Pvt. Ltd. as a trusted name in architectural consultancy and turnkey solutions. His portfolio spans residential, industrial, commercial, healthcare, and retail projects, marked by cost efficiency and comprehensive planning. Under his leadership, the firm continues to deliver integrated architectural and interior solutions with precision and scale.

Arpit Jain, Co Founder and Creative Head, Woodofa: Arpit Jain brings design innovation and entrepreneurial vision to Woodofa, a new-age interior design and furniture brand. A graduate of SPA New Delhi with a Master’s in Urban Design from CEPT University, he blends spatial strategy with creative execution. Through Woodofa, he focuses on transforming residential and office spaces into thoughtfully designed, functional environments.

Avnish Batra, Principal Architect, Avi Consultant: Avnish Batra leads Avi Consultant with expertise in architecture, interiors, and project management. With experience across group housing, government approvals, and client coordination, he brings strong technical and regulatory insight to his practice. His multidisciplinary background, complemented by an MBA in Real Estate and Finance, enables him to approach projects with both design clarity and strategic planning.

Conclusion

The architects featured in The Architectural Excellence Top 100 – North India exemplify excellence through vision, adaptability, and enduring impact. Their projects stand as markers of innovation and thoughtful execution in a rapidly transforming built environment. As design continues to evolve alongside technology, sustainability priorities, and social change, these professionals remain at the forefront, shaping spaces that inspire progress and resilience. This recognition honors their contributions and acknowledges the collective momentum driving architectural excellence into the future.

–This article is the result of thorough research conducted by the IST Research & Editorial team, with valuable support from partners like MS Handloom and Nitin Chauhan, Founder of MS Handloom.

Disclaimer
The selection process involves rigorous evaluation but is based on subjective criteria, which may lead to variations. Parameters include industry influence, reputation, experience, contributions, education, accolades, and followership. While comprehensive assessments may not capture every aspect of a candidate’s profile. Selection does not imply endorsement or guaranteeing future performance. Feedback is welcome for improvement.