The D/List

The D/List is India’s ultimate hotlist recognising the best design practices in the country. In 2022, the inaugural edition of The D/List, presented by Hansgrohe, marked its debut in the vibrant city of Mumbai. From redefining urban spaces to crafting breathtaking residential havens, from visionary commercial projects to unforgettable hospitality ventures, meet the real masters of design.

1 leapingfrog Studio

1leapingfrog studio was founded by architects Bhyrav B.R and Aatira L. Zacharias, alumni of The University School of Design, Mysore, soon after their marriage in 2012, extending their successful partnership into the work sphere. Their brief foray into interiors and architecture has taken them back and forth through several endearing moments - from the atmospheric to the subtle, from the bold moves to work tempered by restraint. They are inspired by travel, art, friendship, life, and more. Still, in their infancy, they are largely driven by their curiosity and a sense of wonder that space-making has enabled them as designers.

42MM Architecture

42mm is a multi-disciplinary practice specialising in architecture, interior design, urban design, and master planning. Representing two decades of design excellence, the firm’s portfolio is complemented by a fresh perspective with a keen desire to depart from conventional models. Run by Priyanka Khanna and Rudraksh Charan, 42mm lays emphasis on understanding the end-user in relation to its environment. Incepted in 2004, the firm operates on a collaborative approach and a comprehensive consultation process that allows them to respond to requirements, technical processes, commercial environments and more – resulting in the optimum design solution.

Aamir and Hameeda Interior Designers (AANDH)

Aamir and Hameeda Interior Designers (AANDH) Listed on the Forbes list of interior designers and architects to watch out for, Aamir and Hameeda Sharma Interior Designers (AANDH) is an award-winning practice headed by husband-wife duo Aamir and Hameeda Sharma. Aamir is a dynamic yet thoughtful designer whose work is invariably modern ‘with an eclectic twist’ and Hameeda masterminds smart, yet subtly glamorous interiors. For over 19 years, the practice has revolutionised avant-garde interior design, with spectacular projects tucked in their portfolio.

Abha Narain Lambah Associates

Abha Narain Lambah Associates Abha Narain Lambah, principal architect of Abha Narain Lambah Associates, has an esteemed education as well as over two decades of experience in the field of architectural conservation. In addition to this, her firm specialises in building restoration, museum design, historic interiors, preparation of urban and regional level conservation management plans, urban signage, street furniture and conservation assessment studies. A powerhouse in her genre, Abha has won a plethora of awards, one including her being in the top 20 female architects globally.

Abhimanyu Dalal Architects

Abhimanyu Dalal Architects was established by Abhimanyu Dalal, who graduated from Harvard University. Their projects include residential, institutional, industrial, and commercial projects, interior design and historic renovation of colonial architecture, comprehensive street-scraping, conservation, and urban design.

Abin Design Studio

Incepted in 2005 by Abin Chaudhuri, Abin Design Studio is a highly acclaimed practice with international recognition. They follow the belief that architecture is not merely about creation but about searching. From the mechanics of spaces and forms to social aspects and from the beauty of light and shadow in harmony with nature, ADS finds itself growing immensely with each project. Abin Chaudhuri finds architecture to be an artistic expression and aims to provide a ‘soul to a shell.’

ABM Architects

In 1972, after completing his Bachelor of Architecture from the J. J. School of Architecture, Alfaz Miller established ABM Architects. The practice has a wide experience that spans across major institutional and corporate projects, private buildings, offices, airports, hotels, residential spaces, heritage, and conservation work. Their principal objective is client satisfaction. They have evolved with changing times, they have an amazing combination of a young workforce guided by experienced professionals in the core team. They understand that every job is unique in size, budget, and constraints, thus requiring an individual approach. Aahana Miller, Alfaz’s daughter, now manages the practice.

Abraham John Architects

Abraham John Architects was founded in 1967, principled by Abraham John & Alan Abraham. The firm works with various organisations, such as private clients, NGOs, and corporates. They make optimum use of space, natural materials, lighting, and landscape to reinvent and transform environments and urban spaces, making their design approach to reconnect architecture with nature. Their forte is attention to detail and customization.

ACE Associates

Established in 1999, ACE Associates was founded by Ashish and Nikhil Patel, Nilesh Dalsaniaa and Vasudev Sheta. Ace Associates is a result of their long academic association, which facilitates them to understand the skills and orientations of individuals. They are committed to and skilled at solving clients such as institutional, residential, commercial, and hospitality. This firm provides in-house design solutions in various aspects of projects.

ADND

ADND Co-founded by Architects Anand Menon and Shobhan Kothari, ADND is an architecture + interior firm doing boutique work in the genres of residential, corporate, hospitality and retail. The firm has successfully completed 20 years in practice and has a growing body of work with some of the most renowned names in society. Anand and Shobhan’s partnership encourages dialogue on design possibilities and challenges that come with it, thus creating visually striking spaces delivered within the parameters of pragmatics.

Ajit Shilpi Architecture and Interior Design

Ajit Shilpi has had a keen interest in art since childhood, and he has not looked back since being guided to the Rachana Sansad College of Architecture. One of the core principles they follow at the studio is that the responsibility does not stop at creating an appealing visual magnet; it also must extend to creating environments that are conducive to the purpose they have been created for and must ‘fit’ the people for whom they have been designed. Ajit’s mantra is judicially detailed ‘feel-good’ spaces. They have taken projects all over the country and have also taken wings to include Colombo, London, New York, Chicago, and Atlanta.

Amoeba Design

Inspired by the concept of Wabi-sabi, Amoeba Design is a young and dynamic firm that focuses on creating ecological, culturally fit, and contemporary environments. As a team of internationally trained architects, they bring global insights and best practices to their projects. Founded by Pashmin Shah and Satyajeet Patwardhan in 2010, Amoeba Design follows the meaning of its name to its fullest – not being stuck to a particular shape or form and constantly changing.