Design Perspective – Chennai Edition is set to take place on 20th March, 2026 at The Leela Palace, Chennai, bringing together the city’s vibrant architecture and interior design community for an evening focused on knowledge-sharing, meaningful connections, and curated discovery.
Chennai stands as a city where design is both traditional and forward-thinking, balancing rich cultural influences with contemporary innovations. Design Perspective taps into this energy, creating an evening where ideas flow seamlessly, the room is engaged, and the conversations are rich and natural.
What to expect
At its core, Design Perspective is designed as a knowledge-led evening, one that offers real value whether you’re a studio principal, a young practice, a project lead, or a design student. Expect a programme that’s crisp, visually engaging, and rooted in the kind of thinking that translates into everyday practice.
The evening typically draws a diverse mix of attendees from established names to emerging voices which makes the room feel alive. You’ll find conversations that move quickly from design references to site realities, from craft and materials to client expectations and project decisions. It’s the kind of atmosphere where you leave not just inspired, but also clearer.
Keynote spotlight: Achmad Tardiyana
A central highlight of the Chennai edition will be the keynote by Ar. Achmad Tardiyana, Design Director of Urbane Indonesia. Known for his extensive experience in commercial developments, Achmad brings a wealth of insights into the design process, from conceptualization to execution. With his background in urban design and extensive experience working on large-scale projects, Achmad’s session will anchor the evening with both aspirational and practical insights into how design thinking shapes strong, meaningful built outcomes.
Curated product showcases by leading brands
Alongside the sessions, Design Perspective Hyderabad will feature curated product showcases by participating brands, creating a premium environment for material and product discovery. These showcases are not positioned as a loud exhibition floor. Instead, they’re designed to encourage meaningful interaction—where architects and designers can explore products in a relaxed setting, ask the right questions, and understand applications more clearly.
For attendees, this is a chance to:
- Discover new materials, finishes, and solutions relevant to current projects
- Compare options up close and understand details beyond catalogues
- Engage directly with brand teams for technical clarity and specification support
- Take back references that can immediately inform design decisions
For brands, it’s a high-quality opportunity to be seen in the right context—inside a room of professionals who influence specification and purchasing, and who value depth over noise.
Networking that actually works
One of the most valued aspects of Design Perspective is the networking—because it doesn’t feel like a forced “mixer.” The setting naturally creates space for people to stay back, exchange references, and continue conversations sparked by the talks. It’s a room where introductions happen easily and follow-ups feel genuine—often leading to collaborations, project referrals, and future conversations across studios and disciplines.
Whether you’re looking to connect with peers, discover new partners, or simply widen your professional circle within Hyderabad’s design ecosystem, the evening offers a strong platform to do so.
A Chennai-First Design Evening
Design Perspective – Chennai Edition is designed to feel like the city’s own gathering. A place where the community shows up with intent, listens closely, and leaves feeling more connected to the work and the people shaping it. With a dynamic keynote, an engaged audience, curated product discovery, and authentic networking, the Chennai edition promises an evening that brings both inspiration and practical value.
Design Perspective – Chennai Edition
📅 20th March, 2026
📍 The Leela Palace, Chennai
