Swati Panda stands at the confluence of creativity, empathy, and engineering finesse—an architect who has steadily reshaped Indian interior design with a human-centred lens. Over 14 years, she has evolved from a studio lead on global landmarks to the Founder & Managing Director of Bengaluru-based Kreative Dezine Studio (KDS), a design-build practice known for precision, restraint, and purpose. Her résumé spans India and the UAE, including tenure at Cuboid Architecture where she led the India team for Abu Dhabi’s Presidential Palace, and design leadership at 315 Work Avenue, whose coworking environments went on to win the Times Business Award for Best Coworking Brand for Design.
Founded in 2021, Kreative Dezine Studio has quickly emerged as a new-age design-build powerhouse. The firm operates across architecture, interiors, and turnkey execution, delivering end-to-end solutions under one roof. At its core, KDS is built on a philosophy that design is not just about creating visually striking spaces but about enhancing functionality, fostering well-being, and aligning with clients’ unique visions. Every project is approached as a collaboration, ensuring that the final outcome is both aesthetically refined and deeply purposeful.
The studio’s portfolio spans residential, commercial, and hospitality projects, with expertise in concept development, space planning, material selection, lighting design, and complete execution. What sets KDS apart is its commitment to detail, precision, and innovation—qualities that are evident in each project. With a multidisciplinary team of architects, designers, and project managers, the firm ensures seamless coordination from concept to completion, delivering projects on time without compromising quality. Sustainability remains a cornerstone of its practice, where eco-conscious materials, energy-efficient solutions, and vernacular sensibilities are seamlessly integrated into modern design.
The outcomes speak through diverse typologies. At Texport Overseas in Yeshwanthpur, KDS liberated an 8,000-sq-ft office from cramped proportions by removing false ceilings, revealing a dramatic 14-foot height, and introducing natural light and biophilic elements. A 4,600-sq-ft penthouse on the 29th floor was transformed into a serene refuge, balancing contemporary elegance with calm, airy interiors. For Brita’s corporate office, KDS created a brand-inspired environment where fluid wave motifs, copper accents, and futuristic lighting converge to reflect purity, sustainability, and innovation.
Recognition has been a natural outcome of this approach. KDS has earned accolades including the Design & Vision Built Environment Awards (Trendsetter Global Edition) for “Futuristic & Innovative Architecture & Interior Design Firm of the Year (Karnataka) ( https://designawardsindia.com),” the Golden Door Award for excellence in consultancy, and national recognition at Design Awards 2025. Swati herself has been named among the “Top 10 Women Architects” by Women Entrepreneurs Review, shortlisted in the Top 8 at WADE Asia 2025, and celebrated as a champion of sustainable design for pioneering eco-conscious materials and energy-efficient solutions.
The journey, however, has been one of perseverance. Launching KDS in a competitive market meant overcoming skepticism, educating clients about design value, and building a reliable ecosystem of vendors and contractors. Transparent communication, strong partnerships, and evidence-based design presentations became the levers that earned trust and set the foundation for long-term growth. Every small project delivered with excellence added to the firm’s credibility and reputation.
As a leader, Swati has translated her learnings into guiding principles for her firm—listening with empathy, adapting to diverse contexts, prioritizing sustainability, and letting integrity define outcomes. For her, architecture is never about spectacle; it is about creating spaces that inspire, comfort, and function seamlessly. Her mentorship extends to young professionals, particularly women, encouraging them to embrace curiosity, communicate with clarity, and view sustainability not as an option but as an imperative.
Looking ahead, Kreative Dezine Studio envisions evolving into a nationally recognized design-build powerhouse. Plans include expanding across India, entering hospitality and landscape sectors, and establishing an in-house research and innovation cell to explore emerging materials, modular construction, and smart technologies. The ambition is not simply growth but relevance: setting benchmarks for responsible, future-ready environments that combine innovation, sustainability, and human-centric design. Under Swati Panda’s leadership, KDS continues to craft not just interiors, but meaningful experiences that endure with elegance and purpose.
