Design Perspective, the city-focused initiative by FOAID (Festival of Architecture and Interior Design), returns to Pune this April with an evening that promises to be nothing short of exceptional.
Hosted at the elegant Westin Hotel, Koregaon Park, this design-powered evening brings together the top architects and designers of Pune for immersive keynotes, engaging presentations, and high-energy networking.
Event Details
- Venue: The Westin, Koregaon Park, Pune
- Date:18 April 2025
- Time: Registration from 5:00 PM onwards
Mark your calendar and prepare to experience a space where ideas flow and connections flourish.
Keynote Presentations: Learn from the Masters
Carl Almeida
Partner, P49 Deesign, Thailand
With a celebrated portfolio that includes Raffles Udaipur, Leela Palace Jaipur, and Fairmont Mumbai, Carl Almeida’s keynote will take you behind the scenes of luxury hospitality design in India and Southeast Asia.
What you’ll learn:
How to design experiences, not just spaces
Creating hospitality destinations rooted in culture
Storytelling through materials and spatial flow
Ar. Seema Puri
Principal Architect, SEZA Architects
Known for her emotionally resonant and contextually rich projects across India, Ar. Seema Puri’s talk will explore how architecture can be grounded in scale, sensitivity, and purpose.What you’ll learn:
Designing across diverse typologies with clarity
Honoring local context and cultural nuance
Creating spaces with emotional intelligence
An Evening of Discovery & Networking
Along with the keynotes, attendees can expect a curated showcase of leading brands presenting their latest products, materials, and solutions that are shaping the future of Indian architecture and interiors. From surface innovations to tech-integrated design elements, the event floor will be abuzz with discoveries.
Why You Should Be There
Whether you’re an architect, designer, industry expert, or a creative enthusiast, Design Perspective Pune is your gateway to:
- Learning from global and Indian thought leaders
- Networking with top names in Pune’s design community
- Getting inspired by real-world projects and new ideas
- Connecting with leading design brands from across India
Design Perspective by FOAID: Fueling Creative Conversations Nationwide
Driven by the spirit of innovation, Design Perspective travels across India to spark conversations that matter. It’s more than a gathering—it’s a platform where design meets dialogue, and vision turns into action.
This April in Pune, join us for a memorable evening that celebrates the power of design to shape the world we live in.