‘After Basic Necessities, Next In Line Is Design’

India is a developing country and has the potential to become a global leader, said Dr Niranjan Hiranandani, Co-founder and Managing Director of Hiranandani Group, and National Vice-Chairman of NAREDCO.

Emphasising the importance of the design industry, he said that with growth in the GDP and rapid infrastructure development, one saw that the basic needs were taken care of, and then the focus moved to design. Design is essential in making a product to look attractive and functional.

“Once you complete the basic necessities of life, then design becomes important. Good design is a combination of utility and aesthetics. By using ‘design thinking’, one can make things for dual usage. For example, in our projects, we make the bedroom such that if somebody wants to use it as their office, they can by simply rolling up the bed.”

Talking about the post-pandemic scenario in the interior designing sector, he said that the requirement has changed. “Now people want more space in their bedrooms, which must be aesthetically appealing. In India, we are seeing standardisation in design. Once an aesthetically pleasing apartment is designed, it becomes the standard people go by.

He highlighted that the design for commercial spaces and offices are as important as residential spaces. Good design helps enhance the wellbeing of employees.