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Sessions
Experimental innovative session formats to enhance interaction and engagement.
Discussions
Unconference-style discussions to empower participants to co-create the agenda based on shared interests, fostering a dynamic and interactive environment.
Dialogues
World Cafe-style dialogues to facilitate deep collaborative discussions, enabling professionals from diverse backgrounds to exchange insights and experinces on crucial themes such as sustainability, cultural heritage, and technology in design.
Installation
Installations created by designers, students & emerging professionals from allied fields, encouraging hands-on exploration of materials and creative techniques.
Exhibition
Dedicated lounges and exhibition stalls to provide sponsors abundant opportunities to connect with professionals and showcase the latest advancements in design.
Celebration
Evenings will come alive with cultural programs, networking dinners, and gala events at Nashik's finest venues, offering attendees a true 'sula-taste' of the region's rich heritage and hospitality.
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Discover natcon city
Nashik is a city where ancient heritage and contemporary ambitions blend seamlessly. Known for its spiritual significance and rich cultural tapestry, Nashik is one of indi's most cherished pilgrimage destinations, hosting the revered Kumbh Mela every twelve yeras at the iconic Ganga Ghat. The city is home to lush vineyards, historic temples, vibrant festivals, and timeless traditions, making it a compelling destination for both spiritual seekers and culture enthusiasts.
Yet, Nashik is not only a city of the past; it's also poised to be one of india's fastest-growing urban centers. Recognized as part of Maharashtra's Golden Triangle alongside Mumbai and Pune, Nashik's strategic location and progessive infrastructure are transforming it into a burgeoning hub industry, technology, and tourism. Supported by the government's Smart City project, Nashik continues to develop, offering modern amentities while preserving its cultural heritage.
9
Iconic
Speakers
Discover natcon city
Nashik is a city where ancient heritage and contemporary ambitions blend seamlessly. Known for its spiritual significance and rich cultural tapestry, Nashik is one of indi's most cherished pilgrimage destinations, hosting the revered Kumbh Mela every twelve yeras at the iconic Ganga Ghat. The city is home to lush vineyards, historic temples, vibrant festivals, and timeless traditions, making it a compelling destination for both spiritual seekers and culture enthusiasts.
Yet, Nashik is not only a city of the past; it's also poised to be one of india's fastest-growing urban centers. Recognized as part of Maharashtra's Golden Triangle alongside Mumbai and Pune, Nashik's strategic location and progessive infrastructure are transforming it into a burgeoning hub industry, technology, and tourism. Supported by the government's Smart City project, Nashik continues to develop, offering modern amentities while preserving its cultural heritage.
Committee Members
National Committee natcon 2025
Committee Members
Nashik Committee natcon 2025
Atul Bohora
-Convenor
Rakhi Takle
-Co Convenor
Tarannum Kadri
-Co Convenor
Vaishali Pradhan
-Co Convenor
Probable speakers
Designing For Wellness & Productivity
4 pm to 10:30 pm
- Welcome note | inaugural session
- Keynote 1 By - Anand Mahindra | Chris Do
- Space & Body by - Anja Humljan
- Techtertainment by - Dax AV Artist
Designing with a conscience: resource optimisation
9:30 am to 1 pm
- Session opening (1) Key Note by - Thomas Heatherwick | Yves Behar
- Duanter (2) By - Ravi Sarangan | Yatin Pandya | Bijoy Jain
Tea Break
- Panel Discussion (3) By - Tanya Goni | Anjum jung | Studio Sorted
- Session Baton (1) by - paul sandip | anupama bhatt | gokhale's design solution
Designing for cultural continuity
2 pm to 5 pm
- Session opening (1) by - ranveer tanvar | marina tabassum
- duanter (2) by - sonke hoof | anupama kundoo | doro studio
Tea Break
- panel discussion (3) by - pallika | tanvi karia | pravin solanki
- session baton (1) by - mason's ink | made in earth
5 pm to 6 pm
- Visit to DesignX
7 pm to 9:30 pm
- Culture & Entertainment
Note: Student Workshops are scheduled from 7:30 am to 8:30 pm on Days 2 & 3
Design for the future: Enabling technology
9:30 am to 2 pm
- Session opening (1) key note by - andrew watts| bjarke ingeles
- duanter (2) by - ayaz basrai | manish gulati | amit gupta | studio alcove
Tea Break
- panel discussion (3) By - edmund sumner | ishita ishy fishy | vishal dhar | sebastian (PHX)
- Session Baton
- Valedictory
- end note (1) by - aaquib wani | sameep padora
3 pm to 5 pm
- Visit to DesignX
Note: Student Workshops are scheduled from 7:30 am to 8:30 pm on Days 2 & 3
Anja Humjan
Talk on the Return to Senses Approach: With 20 years dedicated to enhancing human well-being
Yatin Pandya
Yatin Pandya, is an author, academician, researcher as well as the practicing architect, with his campus- FOOTPRINTS E.A.R.T.H.
Aaquib Wani
Aaquib Wani, Forbes 30 under 30 for Design ’21, is a self-taught experiential designer & art director with creative expertise in spaces, blending the aesthetic palettes absorbed through his Kashmiri heritage and upbringing in New Delhi.
Sridevi Changali
Sridevi Changali is the co-founder and Principal Architect of Masons Ink, an all-encompassing design and construction firm with a special focus on sustainable architecture and Heritage Conservation.
Moksh Thapar
Moksh Thapar is a designer from CEPT and NID, who has been in the industry for over 2 decades, having explored the various avenues of design ranging from interiors and furniture, to products and graphics all the way to set design.
Paul Sandip
Paul Sandip is a critically acclaimed Industrial designer, winner of the prestigious Red Dot Design Award twice, 4 times TEDx speaker, recipient of the "Designpreneur" title from Shri Narendra Modi and 40 other design awards.
Sanjeev Vidhyarthi
Space, time and context (देश, काल, एवं परिस्थिति) shape design work in fundamental ways. India’s current circumstance, including a growing economy, rapid urbanization and ongoing cultural shifts, promote an expanded design field via enhanced social support for our work.
Sanjay Agarwal
Design is an integral part of the society, influencing how people interact with products, services, and the environment. It also shapes emotions, identity, culture, and social norms.
Ravi Sarangan
Ravi is recognised for his expertise across diverse typologies, extending to the scope of master planning , architecture and interior design. Besides several large-scale workspaces and residential developments, he has also spearheaded the designing for corporate headquarters, hotels and resorts, and institutional facilities.
Habeeb Khan
Architect Habeeb Khan, graduated in architecture from VNIT (formerly VRCE) and went to the USA, where he completed his masters in architectural design from University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign. After his masters degree he worked in Philadelphia, coordinating major retail design projects for retail giants across the world.
Chetan Solanki
Prof. Chetan Singh Solanki is a distinguished educator, researcher, innovator, and a certified teacher of the Art of Living's Happiness program. Currently, he is on unpaid leave from IIT Bombay. Since November 2020, he has embarked on the Energy Swaraj Yatra, a remarkable 11-year journey aboard a solar bus, set to continue until 2030 with a pledge to not return home throughout this entire duration.
Naomy Parikh
Naomy Parikh, founder and principal architect of Doro, is a graduate of the School of Architecture, CEPT University, and a trained potter from Golden Bridge Pottery, Pondicherry. Her early explorations with clay and subsequent work as an architect and potter in Auroville fostered a deep interest in material inquiry and community engagement, shaping the ethos of her Ahmedabad-based practice.
Luca Bussolino
Luca Bussolino is an architect, engineer, and strategist, currently serving as Partner and Head of Strategy & Innovation at Carlo Ratti Associati (CRA). He holds dual Master’s degrees in Architecture and Building Engineering from Politecnico di Torino and Politecnico di Milano, alongside a postgraduate diploma in Innovation Management from Alta Scuola Politecnica.
Tanvi Karia
Tanvi is a Design and Project Management consultant, design strategist and curator, qualified as an Interior Designer with one of the earliest qualified post graduates in the country in Facilities and Environment Management from University College London.
Tony Joseph
Tony Joseph, founder of Stapati, is an acclaimed architect celebrated for his innovative and contextually responsive designs. He earned his Master of Architecture from the University of Texas at Austin before establishing Stapati in 1989.
Gautam Tewari
Gautam Tewari is an Architect and Construction Management expert with over two decades of experience across the Asia Pacific. After earning a Master’s in Construction Management from the University of New South Wales, he returned to India and identified key challenges in the Design-Build sector, particularly in AEC collaboration. Aiming to drive innovation, he championed immersive technology to enhance design visualization and teamwork. As the founder of Trezi, Gautam is focused on transforming the building industry and creating a more efficient, sustainable ecosystem.
Robert Greenwood
Partner, Director Asia Pacific, MNAL Educated in the UK, Robert joined Snøhetta in 1993 and played a central role in the design and construction of the Alexandra Library in Egypt. In 2006, Robert became Partner and Director, overseeing Snøhetta’s international projects. Since 2011, Robert has been leading Snøhetta’s design practice across the Asia Pacific region. He established Snøhetta Asia with the Hong Kong studio in 2018.
Sahil Tanveer
Sahil Tanveer is an Architect, Writer, Thinker, Filmmaker, Educator, AI Expert, and general problem solver with a passion for blending AI and Architectural Research. As the founder of RBDS and RBDS ai Lab, Sahil has contributed literary works like "Delirious Architecture: Midjourney for Architects - Hallucinations and Reality", which explores the intersection of philosophy, technology, and design.
Sessions
Four innovative Session formats covering
4 sub-themes.
Discussions
Session Centric Tri-Panel Discussions for Specific Subject Insights.
Dialogues
A novel format of Dual Banter as an engaging Dialogue on pre-defined design Attitudes.
Installations
Art and Craft installations reflecting contemporary times through modes of expression.
Exhibition
Showcase of new products and brands through a Trade Show, DesignX, to inform & educate.
Celebration
End of Day soirees through a melange of activities to entertain and engage.
Trade Connect
Smaller Speed Business forums for Trade and A I D introduction & exchange.
Techtertainment
Newage technology insertion to demonstrate possibilities and to entertain.
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how to reach nashik
Two Vande Bharat Express between Mumbai - Nashik Travel time 2 hrs 50 Min
Manmad Junction 88 Km from nashik
local railway station
nashik road
10km from city
well connected to all
metros and cities
across india
Accessible via
national highway 60,
mumbai: 4 hrs
pune: 4 hrs
accessible by the
samruddhi mahamarg
ozar airport
20 km from nashik
mumbai airport
170km from nashik
4 hours by road
shirdi airport: 94 km from nashik
90 min by road
Chhatrapati Sambhaji
nagar Airport
190 km from nashik
how to reach nashik
Two Vande Bharat Express between Mumbai - Nashik Travel time 2 hrs 50 Min
Manmad Junction 88 Km from nashik
local railway station
nashik road
10km from city
well connected to all
metros and cities
across india
Accessible via
national highway 60,
mumbai: 4 hrs
pune: 4 hrs
accessible by the
samruddhi mahamarg
ozar airport
20 km from nashik
mumbai airport
170km from nashik
4 hours by road
shirdi airport: 94 km from nashik
90 min by road
Chhatrapati Sambhaji
nagar Airport
190 km from nashik
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