Professional dialogue and collective reflection are essential to the evolution of architecture and interior design practice. Panel discussions offer an important platform for designers to exchange ideas, question established approaches, and explore emerging perspectives.

The panel discussion “Transforming Spaces into Stories” brought together architects and interior designers, including Ms. Lipika Sud, President of the Guild of Designers & Artists, for an engaging exchange on design thinking, creativity, and the role of user experience in shaping successful outcomes. The session explored whether structured processes alone guarantee strong design or if intuition and spontaneity play an equally important role.

A key theme that emerged was the importance of placing the client at the centre of the design journey. The discussion highlighted attentive listening, clear communication with stakeholders, and co-creation as essential elements in transforming functional spaces into environments that resonate emotionally with users.

Such forums contribute meaningfully to professional growth and help reinforce user-centric, collaborative approaches that strengthen the broader design ecosystem.