IFJ Monologue – The New Delhi Edition
Delhi stands as India’s design capital, blending political prominence with a deep-rooted craft culture. Surrounded by rich artisanal traditions from Kashmir to Madhya Pradesh, the city nurtures a design ethos that values handloom and local craftsmanship. IFJ celebrates this vibrant creative community by highlighting Delhi’s architects, designers, and thinkers—visionaries shaping the city’s architectural and cultural future through innovation, tradition, and thoughtful urban growth.
HP India, in collaboration with ELLE DECOR India
HP India, in collaboration with ELLE DECOR India, hosted an entrepreneurship and design conclave at JW Marriott, New Delhi Aerocity. The event featured industry leaders, including Manish Gulati, Founding Partner of M:OFA Studio, who spoke on the theme of “New India” alongside Asha Sairam, Madhav Raman, and Iram Sultan. The conclave concluded with the Indian premiere of the documentary Eames: The Architect and the Painter.
Ar. Manish Gulati & Ar. Tanushree Gulati — M:OFA Studios
Ar. Manish Gulati and Ar. Tanushree Gulati of M:OFA Studios focus on bridging thought and reality in educational architecture. Advocating hybrid and bio-engineered materials, prefabrication, and modularity, they create flexible, eco-conscious spaces with daylight, ventilation, renewable energy, and learning landscapes, exemplified by NIFT Kangra, NIWS Goa, and ITM Gwalior.
Room of Illusions — M:OFA Studios
The Room of Illusions is an immersive spatial experiment blending art, architecture, and perception. Designed to challenge sensory boundaries, it uses reflective materials, dynamic geometry, and strategic lighting to create shifting visual experiences. The installation invites visitors to question their spatial awareness, celebrating design as both a physical and psychological exploration.