Earlier this June, Aishwarya Tipnis Architects joined an inspiring line-up of changemakers at Urban Adda 2025, hosted at the India Habitat Centre in New Delhi. The session, themed ‘Culture & Creativity’, brought together a rich mix of voices to reflect on how cultural narratives and creative practice can shape more inclusive, resilient cities.

Held on 4th June 2025, the panel featured Aishwarya Tipnis alongside thought leaders and practitioners from across the country, exploring how heritage, storytelling, and placemaking intersect in our everyday urban experiences.

The conversation touched on community engagement, lived heritage, and the role of co-creation in driving meaningful urban change — themes that continue to anchor our work at ATA.

We were glad to share the stage with Hinna Devi Singh, Sarthak Kaushik, Akshay Shrinagesh, Sagar Singh, Anam Kalsia, Sandeep Namboodiri, Nidhi Madan, Sarika Panda Bhatt, and MESA Lodhi, alongside our collaborators at Raahgiri Foundation, GuruJal, Abhipsa Foundation, and ICCT India.

Thanks to everyone who joined us in the room — and those who continue the conversation long after the session ends.

Because culture is not just what we preserve, it’s what we create together.