Design and Dialogues

Design and Dialogues
  • 0.0 (0)
  • DESIGN
  • UPDATED DAILY

Design and Dialogues is a podcast that explores the world of design through the minds of architects, designers, and creative visionaries who are shaping how we live, work, and connect. Hosted by Atharva Lath, each episode dives deep into of aesthetics, function, culture, and emotion—one conversation at a time. From design consultants, to experts in acoustics, sustainability, hospital design, and more—we bring you real conversations, practical insights, and the untold stories behind spaces that impact our daily lives. Ideal not only for designers but anyone interested in design!

  1. 6 DAYS AGO

    P23 - Hourly: Democratising Access to Design Expertise with Gunjan Sharma

    Is the traditional design consultancy model broken? What if you could consult a top architect, interior designer, waterproofing expert, or landscape consultant — by the hour — without committing to a massive retainer? In this episode of Design and Dialogues, I sit down with Gunjan Sharma, Founder of Hourly, a platform rethinking how design consultancy works in India. From cross-border internships to recruitment in the AEC industry, to building a design consultation marketplace — Gunjan’s journey is rooted in one thing: impact at scale. We talk about: ⏳Why the lump-sum design model quietly bleeds money ⏳How the hourly system increases transparency & efficiency ⏳Why India has a dampness epidemic (and how bad design affects your health) ⏳Why most people see design as “cosmetic” instead of essential ⏳The gap in the Indian design market that nobody was addressing ⏳How Hourly works (B2B & B2C) ⏳Who it’s for — and who it’s not for ⏳Whether Hourly is the “Urban Company for Designers” ⏳And what success looks like in the next 3–5 years If you’re: - Building a home - Renovating your space - Running a retail showroom or restaurant - A consultant tired of chasing payments - Or a young designer curious about new business models This episode will shift how you think about design forever. Because design is not just aesthetics.It impacts your health, business, longevity, and quality of life. 🎙️ About the Guest: Gunjan Sharma is an architect-turned-entrepreneur and founder of Hourly — a curated platform connecting clients with vetted design consultants across disciplines through a transparent, structured hourly model. 🌐 Explore Hourly: https://www.hourly.design/ If you enjoyed this conversation, make sure to: 👍 Like 💬 Comment your thoughts 🔔 Subscribe to Design and Dialogues New episodes every week featuring architects, designers, industry leaders, and changemakers shaping the built environment. #DesignAndDialogues #ArchitecturePodcast #InteriorDesignIndia #DesignConsultancy #Entrepreneurship #BuiltEnvironment #StartupIndia #Hourly #DesignThinking

    52 min

  2. 29 JAN

    P22 - Designing Hospitality That Heals, Lasts & Gets Revisited with Ar. Love Choudhary (AND Studio)

    Hotels and resorts may look effortless — but behind every serene view and silent corridor lies years of design decisions, operational complexity, and architectural restraint.In this episode of Design and Dialogues, host Atharva sits down with Love Chaudhary, Principal Architect at AND Studio, to unpack the real anatomy of hospitality architecture — beyond glossy renders and Instagram aesthetics.From designing wellness-led resorts and managing owner expectations, to understanding timelines, per-key costs, guest experience, and the hidden consequences of poor planning — this is an unfiltered conversation on what it truly takes to design hotels that age gracefully and get revisited, not just remembered.🧠 What this episode covers:- The shift from loud, spectacle-driven hotels to quiet, human-centric hospitality- Why wellness today is an architectural mindset, not a spa feature- Boutique vs large-format resorts — and where each actually works- Average timelines & realistic per-key costs for resorts in India- The true cost of bad MEP and back-of-house planning- Designing for silence, pause, and emotional experience- Managing the tug-of-war between guest experience and ROI- Lessons from failures, site realities, and hard-earned mistakes- Why repetition, restraint, and natural materials matter more than trends- Advice for young architects and first-time hotel developersLove also shares insights from current projects, including Alila, Lansdowne, and reflects on global hospitality benchmarks that have shaped his thinking.If you’re an architect, interior designer, hotel owner, developer, or simply fascinated by how meaningful spaces are created — this episode will change how you look at hotels forever.🔗 Guest:Love Chaudhary, Principal Architect – AND StudioWebsite: https://www.andstudio.in/ 🎙️ About Design and DialoguesDesign and Dialogues is a podcast exploring architecture, design, construction, sustainability, and the systems that shape the built environment—through honest conversations with industry leaders.Follow Design and Dialogues on Insta: https://www.instagram.com/designanddialogues/📌 Subscribe for more real conversations from the design & construction world📌 Drop your thoughts in the comments—agree or disagree? Let’s talk.

    1h 2m

  3. 14 JAN

    P21 - Why India Builds Fast but Not Right | The Truth About Construction with HAACE Contract

    India is building more than ever—but are we actually building better? In this episode of Design and Dialogues, we sit down with Navneet Kaur from HAACE Contract, a premium civil construction company with over 26 years of experience, to unpack the real state of the Indian construction industry—beyond glossy renders and marketing brochures. This is an unfiltered conversation on construction quality, accountability, German engineering systems, monolithic construction, exposed concrete, GRAP in Delhi NCR, and why India continues to struggle with long-term durability despite rapid growth. We discuss: 🏗️ Why speed has overtaken quality in Indian construction 🏗️ How cost-first thinking hurts long-term asset value 🏗️ The real reason buildings fail within 20–30 years 🏗️ How GRAP regulations disrupt construction in Delhi NCR 🏗️ What monolithic construction actually is—and where it wins🏗️ Why German engineering systems outperform mindset-driven execution 🏗️ The truth about exposed concrete—history, execution & common mistakes 🏗️ Why India struggles with skilled labour, accountability & systems 🏗️ What the future of construction in India should actually look like This episode is for: Architects & interior designers Contractors & project managers Builders & developers Architecture & construction students Anyone interested in how India is being built—and how it should be builtIf you care about quality, longevity, sustainability, and system-driven construction, this conversation will challenge how you think about buildings in India. 🎙️ About Design and Dialogues Design and Dialogues is a podcast exploring architecture, design, construction, sustainability, and the systems that shape the built environment—through honest conversations with industry leaders. Follow Design and Dialogues on Insta Follow HAACE Contract on Insta 📌 Subscribe for more real conversations from the design & construction world 📌 Drop your thoughts in the comments—agree or disagree? Let’s talk.

    1h 3m

  4. 29/12/2025

    P20 - Architecture of India's Railway Stations with Ar Amin Nayyar

    🚆India is building stations for the future — but how do you design a space that millions pass through every single day? In this episode of Design and Dialogues, Atharva sits down with Ar. Amin Nayar, Founder of ANA Design Studio, the team behind some of the most complex public infrastructure and transportation projects in the country. From the science of crowd flow to designing chaos-proof layouts, from bullet train readiness to the future of high-speed mobility, this is a masterclass in how architecture shapes the way India moves. 🎙️ In This Episode You’ll Learn: 🚇 How modern railway stations are actually designed 🚂 What architects consider when planning for huge crowds 🚆 How public behavior affects design decisions 🚄 The truth about bullet trains & high-speed rail in India 🚇 How services (MEP, safety, circulation) evolve in public buildings 🚂 The roles of consultants, engineers & specialists in mega-projects 🚆 How firms land government & infrastructure projects 🚄 What the railway stations of 2040 will look like 👤 About the Guest — Ar. Amin Nayar Ar. Amin Nayar is the founder of ANA Design Studio, a multi-disciplinary firm known for its work in public infrastructure, industrial projects, and complex transport systems. His team has worked on railway stations, airports, mobility hubs, campuses, and high-tech facilities across India. 🌎 Website 🌐 Instagram 🎙️ Hosted by Atharva Lath 📌 Podcast: Design and Dialogues — Exploring design, architecture, ideas and everything in between! 🌐 Instagram 👉 Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more conversations with design leaders! Subscribe for more conversations on architecture, design, and the future of cities.

    1h 15m

  5. 14/12/2025

    P19 - Landscape Architecture Can Save India’s Cities — Ar. Mukul Explains How

    In this episode of Design and Dialogues, Landscape Architect Ar. Mukul takes us on a wild journey through the real power of landscape design — from recharging groundwater in Rajasthan, to creating microclimates with trees, to how a factory’s profits doubled simply because of better outdoor spaces. We dive deep into: 🌳 Why cities like Delhi, Mumbai and Bangalore desperately need landscape architecture 🔥 How a single tree acts like a 4-ton AC — literally 💧 Rainwater harvesting, groundwater recharge, stormwater management 🏭 Real stories of factories, schools, and resorts transformed through landscape 📜 The ancient Indian science of Stapathya Veda, Ramayana’s Ashok Vatika & even Mahabharata’s “infinity pool” moment 🏙️ Why Gurgaon lacks a natural draft and how residents can fix AQI at a micro-level 🌱 Plant selection, long-term visioning, and the science behind low-maintenance greenery 🧱 The biggest challenges in landscape projects — contractors, budgets, maintenance & misplaced Vastu fears 🏞️ How to build ecosystems that attract birds, butterflies, and biodiversity 👨‍🎓 What future landscape architects must learn (it’s NOT plant names) This episode is a masterclass in understanding how landscape isn’t decoration — it’s essential infrastructure. If you care about design, cities, sustainability, or simply want to understand how outdoor spaces shape our minds and lives, this conversation is unmissable. 🎧 Watch, learn, and rethink the way you see the land around you. 📍 Guest: Architect Mukul Goyal Website 🎙️ Hosted by Atharva Lath 📌 Podcast: Design and Dialogues — Exploring design, architecture, ideas and everything in between! 🌐 Connect on Instagram 👉 Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more conversations with design leaders! Subscribe for more conversations on architecture, design, and the future of cities.

    1h 2m

  6. 14/11/2025

    P18- DIY vs Designer: The Truth About Interior Projects with Aarti Kapoor Jaiswal

    In this episode of Design and Dialogues, I sit down with Aarti Kapoor Jaiswal, founder of Apostrophe Home, to talk about what really goes into building a home that works — not just one that looks good. From the rise of Pinterest-inspired DIY projects and Urban Company makeovers to the hidden chaos of renovations and the value of hiring a designer early — Aarti pulls back the curtain on the real interior design process. We discuss: 💡 Why designers are essential — beyond décor and cushions ⚒️ How DIY and “budget hacks” often backfire 🎨 The science behind materials, colours, and space planning 🏠 When you need a designer most — new homes vs. renovations 🛋️ The truth about bespoke furniture and what “custom” really meansIf you’ve ever thought, “I can just do this myself,” this episode might make you think again. 👁️ Watch till the end for Aarti’s take on design myths, client trust, and her rapid-fire design opinions (including the one trend she’s officially done with). 📍 Guest: Aarti Kapoor Jaiswal, Apostrophe Home Website 🎙️ Hosted by Atharva Lath 📌 Podcast: Design and Dialogues — Exploring design, architecture, ideas and everything in between! 🌐 Connect on Instagram 👉 Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more conversations with design leaders!Subscribe for more conversations on architecture, design, and the future of cities.

    28 min

  7. 29/10/2025

    P17 - Design Beyond Buildings: Amit Sharma on Imagination, Integrity, and India’s Future Cities

    Gurgaon — India’s booming city that grew faster than it was planned. In this episode of Design and Dialogues, architect Amit Sharma, founder of Axiom India, opens up about his design philosophy, the meaning of the unbuilt, and why imagination in architecture is dying. From public buildings to city planning, from education to sustainability, Amit shares three decades of experience shaping India’s spaces — and his candid thoughts on what’s gone wrong with our cities. 🎙️ Key Topics: - What “The Unbuilt” means in architecture - How Gurgaon became India’s urban paradox - Why imagination is disappearing among young architects - The truth about sustainability in design - Ar Amit’s design principles and legacy through education 📍 Guest: Amit Sharma, Founder & Principal Architect, Axiom India 🌐 Connect on Instagram 🎙️ Hosted by Atharva Lath 📌 Podcast: Design and Dialogues — Exploring design, architecture, ideas and everything in between! 🌐 Connect on Instagram 👉 Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more conversations with design leaders! Subscribe for more conversations on architecture, design, and the future of cities. #Architecture #DesignAndDialogues #AmitSharma #AxiomIndia #UrbanPlanning #Sustainability #Gurgaon #CityDesign #IndianArchitecture

    44 min

  8. 14/10/2025

    P16- The Psychology of Colour in Design with Mamta Khubani (Hue Culture)

    🎨 “From the colour of our coffee to the colour of our potty — everything is colour.”In this episode of Design & Dialogues, host Atharva Lath sits down with Mamta Khubani, colour consultant and founder of Hue Culture, to explore the science, emotion, and culture behind colour in design.Discover why grey may be the most misunderstood colour, how colour psychology shapes behaviour, and why India’s identity can never be neutral.We dive into:-How colour influences your mood and productivity-The real process behind the Colour of the Year-Why India’s vibrant heritage clashes with Western minimalism-Colour in Vaastu, homes, and everyday life-What your favourite colour says about you💬 Quote of the Episode:“Design without colour is a body without soul.” — Mamta Khubani🔗 Follow Hue Culture:Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/hue_culture🔗 Follow Design & Dialogues:Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/designanddialogues/ YouTube – Subscribe for more episodes with India’s top architects, designers & creative minds.#DesignAndDialogues #MamtaKhubani #ColourPsychology #InteriorDesign #HueCulture #IndianDesign #Vaastu #ColourTrends2025 #PodcastIndia

    45 min
See All (23)

About

Design and Dialogues is a podcast that explores the world of design through the minds of architects, designers, and creative visionaries who are shaping how we live, work, and connect. Hosted by Atharva Lath, each episode dives deep into of aesthetics, function, culture, and emotion—one conversation at a time. From design consultants, to experts in acoustics, sustainability, hospital design, and more—we bring you real conversations, practical insights, and the untold stories behind spaces that impact our daily lives. Ideal not only for designers but anyone interested in design!

Information

  • Creator
    Design and Dialogues
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    23
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Design and Dialogues
  • Show Website
    Design and Dialogues