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My Design Philosophy and Process

byDarshiniStudio in Mumbai; Takes projects across Mumbai, Hyderabad, and DubaiStarts from600 ₹ per sq ftView full gallery

I do not believe in standard moodboards. For me, design is an intuitive conversation where your personal history meets my obsession with heritage and craft.

There is no greater compliment than when a client, especially a storyteller like Imtiaz Ali, feels a space truly reflects who they are. Our collaboration is built on years of conversation and trust, allowing me to design from intuition. This video captures his thoughts on how we created a rustic, personal office that feels like a natural extension of his creative world.

In this feature for Architectural Digest, I share a look into my creative process and what inspires me. From sourcing trips in Rajasthan to my love for reusing old crafts like Pichwai paintings, my design philosophy is about telling a larger story that is rooted in Indian heritage but feels relevant and global.

Color has the power to completely transform a space and evoke emotion. This reel showcases my "unexpected color theory" across different projects, where I use bold accents and subtle undertones to bring character and personality to a room. From vibrant oranges to calming blues, every hue tells a story.

My passion for design extends beyond interiors to creating signature products. This video unveils "Frames," a mirror I designed for Dialogues. It reflects my belief in crafting objects that are both functional and artistic, blending modern forms with traditional inspirations.

About My Design Philosophy & Process

For my interior projects, I rarely start with a visual deck. Instead, we spend time talking about the memories you want to preserve or the specific emotions you want a room to evoke. When I worked with Imtiaz Ali on his office, there were no renderings or formal presentations. He handed over the keys, and we let the space evolve organically—using materials like cow dung plaster and reclaimed wood—until it felt exactly like an extension of his creative world.

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