The aForm Show

Today we are joined by Veena Kanchan - Founder and Director of Interior design, and Siddharth Ramnathan – Partner and Director of Architecture at VS Design Studio. Their shared passion and drive towards creating spaces that focus on human experiences and their connection with nature is remarkable. They are known for bringing forth some very exciting architecture and interior design projects to the GCC every year. Their speciality in bespoke and comprehensive design solutions is projected in the flawless harmony of architecture, interiors, and landscape in their projects. It is a pleasure to welcome you to the show. So, without further ado, let’s meet Veena and Siddharth!

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Today we are joined by Mohammed Adib, partner and Chief Design Officer at Dewan Architects + Engineers. With projects all over the Middle East, Southeast Asia, Europe and Africa, he is involved with establishing the studio design language & establishing new markets. He is also the owner and managing director of Intercon, an interior design firm in Barcelona. Over the last 30 years, he has left his mark all around the world, starting from his time in university. It is a pleasure to welcome him on the show. So, without further ado, let’s get into it

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The INDEX exhibition in Dubai has been a leader in bringing together designers from across the country! This week we are joined Shuchita Gupta, Senior Conference Manager/Head of content at DMG events! Affectionately known as "Shu" in the industry, Shuchita is the powerhouse, operating behind the scenes of INDEX. Tune in this week to hear about how the event continues to evolve with industry! Also tune in for her insights into what designers are thinking about in 2023! So without further ado, lets get into it! 

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After a long time coming, this week we are joined by Lee Nellis! He is the managing partner at XBD Collective, based in Dubai & London. With a vast portfolio of work, Lee brings a unique perspective to the business of design. His experience in Dubai within the luxury residential/hospitality sector is unparalleled. Needless to say, this is reflected in the growth seen at XBD collective. We are super excited to him on the show! So without further ado, lets get into it!

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Today we are joined by Monica Arango, Founder of C’est Ici Design. Originally a lawyer by profession, Monica is now known for her minimalist design approach with C'est Ici. Needless to say, Monica comes with a unique portfolio of work spanning across the MENA region. It is a pleasure to have her on the show. So, without further ado, let’s get into it!

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Today we are joined by Kourosh Salehi - architect, urbanist, educator & design director at LWK & partners.  His artistic background allows him to strike a perfect balance between art, architecture, aesthetic and function. The philosophies of ‘Contextual Metabolism’ drives his design approach to be socially, economically and ecologically sustainable . It’s a pleasure to have him on the show. So, without further ado, let’s get into it!

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Today we are joined by Zain Javaid, Creative Designer at Endpoint. This graduate of The Canadian University of Dubai, is a passionate designer who challenged himself to follow an unconventional path after his bachelor’s degree in Architecture. His work in wayfinding and signages at Endpoint is the bridge that translates brands to the built environment. With over a decade of experience from his solo design venture, ZainJDesign, he has worked within a diverse range of design niches that facilitated his experience in brand innovation. So without further ado, lets get into the episode!

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This week we are joined by Manjra Yadav from Jacobs. With close to 15 years of professional practice, Manjra comes with a diverse portfolio of work across multiple continents. In this episode, we talk about her journey, key learnings & much more!

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This week we are joined by Peter Jackson, Architect Advisor to The Rulers Office.

With a varied portfolio across multiple continents, Peter has also dedicated a lifetime to the study & preservation of buildings.

In this episode, we go on a journey through Peters work & talk about his inspirations, key learnings and much more!

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This week we are joined by Fabidha Safar-Rahman, Design Director & Founder of Design Matter!

In a few short years, Design Matter has exploded onto the local design scene with truly innovative design solutions!

Their passion shines through their work & they have received recognition across the board!

Recently, Design Matter have added on a shiny new residential design department as well!

A lot to unpack in this episode, so without further ado! Lets get into it!

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