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I am an architect and educator, striving to make associations across the various manifestations of design and their impact on the emotional, cognitive and behavioural aspects of the end users. My current endeavours are compiled within Episteme – a research-based practice born out of a need to comprehend the role of designers in the multitudes of contexts co-existing within our society. I am interested in studying aspects of place-making as tools for eliciting a sense of wonder and I strive towards generating a dialogue between designers and other stakeholders for an equitable, accessible and dignified future for all.

Experience
Co-Founder, Future Learning Circles
Ahmedabad, Gujarat, India
Feb 2025 - Present
Partner, Episteme Designs
Ahmedabad, Gujarat, India
Jan 2016 - Present
Head of Center of Excellence, Bright Balgokulam Foundation
Ahmedabad, Gujarat, India
Sep 2023 - Dec 2024
Research Thesis Mentor, Navrachna University
Baroda, Gujarat, India
Jul 2020 - Jun 2023
Visiting Faculty, CEPT University
Ahmedabad, Gujarat, India
Jul 2014 - Nov 2020
Leader Academic Affairs, The Design Village
Noida, India
Jul 2018 - Jul 2019
Visiting Faculty, Indus University
Ahmedabad, Gujarat, India
Jul 2016 - Jul 2018
Core Team Member, The Design Village
Noida, India
May 2011 - Jun 2018
Curriculum Advisor, Anant National University
Ahmedabad, Gujarat, India
Nov 2017 - Sep 2018
Teaching Assistant, CEPT University
Ahmedabad, Gujarat, India
Jul 2013 - Jul 2014
Partner, Studio 04 Architects
Ahmedabad, Gujarat, India
Jul 2010 - Jan 2014
Research Assistant, JMA Consultants
Ahmedabad, Gujarat, India
Jul 2009 - Dec 2009
Trainee, Jaisim Fountainhead
Bangalore, Karnataka, India
Jun 2007 - Nov 2007
Education
Feb 2011
Master of Arts (Design Practices)
Srishti Institute of Art, Design and Technology
Bangalore, Karnataka, India
May 2021
Professional Certificate (Articulating the Intangibles of Teaching Aligning your purpose and Practice for Instructional Leadership)
Harvard Graduate School of Education
Nov 2023
Awards
Eurocon tiles award, Trophy for best final year student
School of Architecture, CEPT University
Feb 2012
Gold medal, Best graduating student in Architecture
Gujarat Institute of Civil Engineers and Architects
Jan 2012
Key Conducts
01
Design in Education
Education, to me, is 'co-learning', every interaction fosters growth. With multimedia, teaching shifts from information delivery to shaping attitudes. I guide students to think critically, form opinions, take positions, and follow through with design development, ensuring they engage deeply and meaningfully with their work.
02
Institution Building
A big vision drives great work, learning skills, building connections, and staying committed to making it real. Institution building, for me, is creating a platform where like-minded people collaborate, grow, and achieve meaningful goals together.
03
Attitude to Architecture
Architecture goes beyond structures, it shapes the atmosphere of a place. Through my firm, Episteme, I aim to create soulful spaces that enrich lives, reflecting the designer’s principles and resonating with the users’ values.
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