Vijay Singh
New Delhi [India], August 14: Arpita Sharma is the rising force in global architecture, celebrated for her emotionally evocative, conceptually driven, and holistically designed spaces. At just 22, she founded her boutique studio, Atelier Astil, with the goal of creating environments that go beyond form and function to tell stories, spark emotion, and support well-being.
Arpita’s portfolio reflects a comprehensive, 360-degree design philosophy, spanning ultra-luxury homes, signature commercial spaces, blissful cafes, imaginative schools, and immersive restaurants. Whether crafting a serene villa with panoramic views of Dubai’s skyline, designing a richly layered residence in New Delhi, or creating a standout heritage barber shop in one of Amsterdam’s lost cultural districts, Arpita’s work is unified by purpose, precision, and sensory detail.
Intuitive and highly collaborative, Arpita engages deeply with each client, particularly High Net-Worth Individuals across India, UAE, Europe, UK and beyond. Her approach blends narrative, context, and materiality into immersive spaces that are not just visually elegant, but emotionally intelligent and personally tailored.
As principal architect of Atelier Astil, Arpita leads every project with hands on involvement, ensuring creative clarity and design integrity throughout. Known for her ability to turn abstract visions into spatial realities, Arpita empowering clients to become storytellers of their own space.
Outside her practice, Arpita is passionately committed to mentoring the next generation of designers. Arpita dedicates significant time to teaching and sharing her experiences at institutions like IIT Kanpur through TED Talks, where her candid storytelling and insights on pushing creative boundaries have inspired emerging architects and entrepreneurs alike.
Atelier Astil’s design mission extends to deeply meaningful pro bono work across Sub-Saharan Africa, where she focuses on rebuilding child-friendly educational infrastructure and supporting the redevelopment of war-affected areas. These humanitarian efforts reflect her belief that good design should be empowering, inclusive, and regenerative.
Arpita’s advocacy for sustainability and animal welfare is not an accessory to her work—it’s a core value. Arpita seamlessly integrates ecological responsibility and ethical practices into her design process, aligning luxury with consciousness at every scale.
Navigating the traditionally male-dominated realm of architecture with clarity and quiet conviction, Arpita Sharma has carved a unique niche that balances creativity, empathy, and impact. Today, she serves as a role model and mentor for young women in architecture and design, encouraging purposeful innovation rooted in integrity.
