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  • Godrej Group to unveil Design Dekko on 2 February

    Godrej Group to unveil Design Dekko on 2 February

    MUMBAI: Godrej Group has announced that it will soon launch a unique brand-agnostic platform for architects, interior designers, and allied community, called ‘Design Dekko’. This comes soon after the launch of its food (Vikhroli Cucina) and lifestyle (L’Affaire) spaces.

    The platform, which will be launched on 2 February, will enable professionals associated with the architect and design industry to connect, engage, showcase, and build strong connections with professionals in the design space.

    Commenting on the initiative, Godrej group vice president and head corporate brand and communications Sujit Patil said, “We are excited to launch Design Dekko, a platform dedicated to architects, interior designers, and allied community. We, at Godrej, have always been active advocates of design-led innovation and collaboration. Design Dekko is our initiative to bring together the collective wisdom of the thought-leaders from design space on one platform to cross-pollinate ideas and collectively raise the bar of the industry.”

    As part of the line-up at ‘Design Dekko,’ renowned professionals will be providing perspectives on a wide array of subjects. In the first session, mother-daughter duo of Brinda Somaya and Nandini Sampat will deliver a keynote on the theme – A Family in Design.

    Later, conservation architect Vikas Dilawari, will engage the audience with a session on adaptive re-use; while ace photographer Jatin Kampani will share his perspective on spaces.  The power panel of the day will witness Shabnam Gupta, Karishma Bajaj and Santha Gour in conversation with Kamna Malik on the subject ‘Women in Design.’

    The platform will also provide an opportunity for budding designers and students to get mentored by leading professionals of the industry. Design Dekko will have a presence on the digital and social media universe on channels like Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter.

  • L’Affaire, a luxury lifestyle Soiree by Godrej Group set to create a surreal experience this February

    L’Affaire, a luxury lifestyle Soiree by Godrej Group set to create a surreal experience this February

    MUMBAI: L’Affaire, a luxury lifestyle platform by the Godrej Group, is back with its third edition and is all set to bring together the who’s who from across Mumbai. This unique experiential platform will offer rich experiences spanning fashion, lifestyle, music and dance performances, workshops, food and engaging conversations. L’Affaire 2019 will take place on Saturday, 02 February at The Trees, Vikhroli.

    As part of the line-up, L’Affaire 2019 will have renowned fashion designer Vikram Phadnis showcase his couture line in his first show of the year. Actor and model Shibani Dandekar will be the special host for this power packed evening. L’Affaire 2019 will also mark the launch of the Godrej Food Trends Report 2019 which is a compendium of views and predictions from thought leaders of the food industry. Singers Abhijeet Srivastava & Sayantika Ghosh from Boon Castle Media & Entertainment will deliver an enthralling musical performance in the evening.

    L’Affaire 2019 will witness some specially curated workshops hosted by industry maestros throughout the day. MasterChef Sarah Todd will be sharing her magic recipes in a session on traditional cooking methods with a modern twist. Acclaimed Chef Saransh Goila will inspire people to balance indulgence with fitness through his engaging session ‘Run to Eat’. Author Kiran Manral will share stories from her book ‘13 Steps to Bloody Good Parenting’ followed by a conversation with radio host and producer Hrishikesh Kannan on parenting being not an exercise in theories but learning on the job.

    Joseph Radhik, India’s biggest wedding photographer and the man who captured the most widely shared images of Virat Kohli and Anushka Sharma's wedding, will conduct a workshop on photography and how to use social media meaningfully to connect with your audience. In the evening, ace photographer Jatin Kampani and Joseph will come together for a discussion on ‘Lens’ Talk About It, moderated by Shibani Dandekar.

    Speaking about L’Affaire 2019, Tanya Dubash, Executive Director and Chief Brand Officer, Godrej Industries, said, “L’Affaire is a curated space that inspires creativity and imagination. The platform is designed for an audience that shares a universal love for discovering nuances of lifestyle. This year at L’Affaire, we aim to invoke all five senses through an eclectic blend of workshops and performances. From book reading workshops, photography masterclasses, food demonstrations, a fashion show to the launch of a food trends report curated with over 100 chefs across the country, L’Affaire 2019 will redefine the future of lifestyle.” She further added, “L’Affaire is a classic opportunity for brands to engage with audiences in a meaningful and experiential manner.”

    Themed around ‘5 Senses’, L’Affaire 2019 will provide people an opportunity to explore lifestyle from the vantage points of Sight, Sound, Smell, Taste and Touch through a showcase of exclusive experiences. This gathering will witness the coming together of virtuosos, each with their own set of skills and penchant for exquisiteness. They will share their varied experiences which will touch not only the senses but even one’s soul.

    In the midst of a thriving urban metropolis, Vikhroli offers a natural oasis that testifies that urban life and natural beauty can co-exist in perfect harmony. And hence a perfect destination for L’Affaire 2019!