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Through Urbanscape, their experiential installation at India Design ID 2017, Gulati expressed this philosophy by creating fluid steel funicular structures as a tribute to Delhi’s lost trees — blending technology, nature, and ethics into one sustainable narrative.

The ID Symposium gathers global designers to discuss innovation, sustainability, and emerging trends. In its sixth edition, Ar. Manish Gulati of M:OFA Studios highlighted parametric design and the evolving interplay of technology, creativity, and human intuition in architecture, emphasizing adaptive thinking, collaboration, and expanding experiential possibilities.

Manish Gulati, principal architect of M:OFA Studio, New Delhi, leads a multidisciplinary practice designing interiors, products, exhibitions, and stadiums. In this issue, he explores parametric forms and geometric patterns in “Abstract Stripes” (Pg 58).

Located in Satbari, New Delhi, this 10,000 sq.ft home by Manish Gulati blends with the rugged Gwal Pahari terrain using local stone masonry and natural rock retaining walls. Floating, cloud-like roofs connect earth and sky, while seasonal water channels, solar systems, and rainwater harvesting ensure self-sufficiency. The design celebrates stone, light, and landscape, offering a poetic, site-sensitive response to nature’s raw beauty.

Tanushree Gulati, Principal Planner at M:OFA Studios and CEPT graduate, specializes in Urban Infrastructure Planning and Environmental Impact Assessment. She has led major public and private projects, consulted for Ernst & Young and Grant Thornton, and contributed to initiatives like the National Games and Bundelkhand Tourism Projects. Her work centers on sustainability and green building practices.

Tanushree Gulati, CEO and Urban Infrastructure Planner at M:OFA Studios, highlights that sustainability isn’t a trend but a legacy—deeply rooted in India’s climate-responsive traditions. She explains that true green design extends beyond technology, prioritizing climate, culture, and context to reduce resource consumption, lower operational costs, and improve long-term quality of life.

The Chatter House in Khan Market captures the vintage charm of English pubs, blending nostalgia with sophistication. Designed by Manish Gulati of MOFA Studios, the space stands out amid chic cafés and designer boutiques through its restrained elegance. Exposed brick walls, warm lighting, and classic furniture evoke a timeless ambiance—juxtaposing old-world aesthetics with contemporary dining culture to create a uniquely immersive experience.