Design Perspective Bengaluru 2025 wasn’t just another industry gathering — it was a living, breathing reflection of design’s evolving pulse. Set in one of India’s most dynamic urban hubs, the evening brought together visionaries, thought leaders, and changemakers across architecture, interiors, and the built environment. It was less about showcasing work and more about shaping what’s next.
The city that prides itself on innovation and collaboration provided the perfect backdrop for a night that questioned norms, celebrated culture, and ignited meaningful dialogue. What unfolded was not just an event — it was a moment.
Electric Energy, Unfiltered Ideas
The energy was palpable from the moment guests walked in. Conversations sparked with ease. Designers, architects, brand leaders, and students alike mingled over coffee and design stories. Ideas flowed freely, crossing boundaries of age, discipline, and experience. The room wasn’t just filled with people — it was filled with possibility.
Andy Fisher: “Can Luxury Stay Rooted in Culture?”
International design stalwart Andy Fisher opened the keynote series with a powerful question: “Can luxury design still stay rooted in culture?” His session challenged conventional definitions of luxury and spotlighted how cultural memory and craft-based narratives are not just aesthetic choices but essential elements of timeless design.
Drawing from his global experience — working with HNIs, designer brands, and boutique hospitality names — Andy presented case studies that illustrated how localized design language can elevate luxury into something soulful and lasting. His insight offered a fresh perspective: that grounding design in tradition doesn’t stifle creativity — it enriches it.
His keynote served as a call to action for Indian designers — to dig deeper into their roots while reaching outward into global design landscapes.
Sibarani Sofian: Designing a Nation’s Future
If Andy’s keynote explored the personal and cultural, Sibarani Sofian’s talk shifted gears to the civic and monumental. The Indonesian urban planner and founder of URBAN+ brought to life the story behind Indonesia’s new capital city — Nusantara — a project rooted in resilience, environmental strategy, and national identity.
Sibarani’s keynote offered a masterclass in future-forward design thinking, taking the audience through the nuances of balancing ecology, infrastructure, and politics. With a visionary yet practical lens, he showcased how master planning must account for more than function — it must embody a nation’s hope and direction.
For the audience, it wasn’t just about learning how a city gets built — it was about understanding the power of design to redefine who we are and where we belong.
Where Design Met Dialogue
While the keynote sessions inspired, the true power of Design Perspective was found in the conversations that followed. Designers debated sustainability over samosas, students sought mentors by the barista station, and potential collaborators exchanged cards next to product showcases. It was design, in its purest form — collaborative, curious, and community-driven.
The exhibit zone added another layer of interaction. From cutting-edge materials to immersive product installations, attendees didn’t just walk through a showcase — they walked into the future of design. Vendors, brands, and innovators shared not just products, but philosophies — turning every booth into a story waiting to be explored.
The Takeaway: This Is Just the Beginning
Design Perspective Bengaluru 2025 reminded us of something critical — that design doesn’t happen in isolation. It thrives when people come together, challenge each other, and push boundaries. It is rooted in our past, shaped by the present, and driven by collective intent for the future.
As the event came to a close, one thing became clear: Bengaluru was just a spark. The conversations and connections formed here will ripple out into future collaborations, designs, and ideas.With the next edition already on the horizon, Design Perspective continues its journey — building not just events, but a growing ecosystem of minds shaping what’s next.