Rohit Kapoor Founder, Director Nivasa Homes Pvt. Ltd. Rohit Kapoor decided to pursue his passion for design and began designing furniture from a small studio in New Delhi in 1993. With 30 years of experience, he is the force behind Nivasa. The zeal to establish Nivasa came when Rohit realised that there was a huge vacuum in the space of designer furniture in India. The dearth of high-end brands and trusted professionals who could deliver consistent quality is where it all began. With a keen eye for detail and the passion for design, Rohit seized this opportunity. In a short journey of 9 years, the brand has created a stronghold for itself in the market and has become synonymous with high-end luxury furniture. He shared why he has no regrets, “I always look forward with optimism and joy to the years and times ahead. ” Passionate about work Kapoor says, “The traditional concept of work-life balance doesn’t quite apply, as I find immense joy and fulfilment in what I do. However, I do believe in certain work-life balance hacks that have proven effective for me. Firstly, it’s crucial to completely disconnect from work at times. Whether it’s early “Luxury, for me, is all about treating yourself right and celebrating your achievements. It’s like rewarding yourself with the best comfort and experiences life has to offer.” morning or late evening, when I’m at home, I prioritize spending quality time with my extensive circle of friends and family. This not only helps me unwind after a busy day but also balances any stresses that may have arisen at work. Nurturing these personal connections is essential for keeping stress at bay and maintaining a healthy perspective on life.” Sunita Kohli Owner, K2 Sunita Kohli is a polymath, authority on the planning of New Delhi, a cookbook author and a philanthropist. She is the President of K2India, an award-winning firm for architects and designers. In 1992, she was conferred the Padma Shri, ‘for contribution to national life’ in the field of interior design and architectural conservation, the first in this discipline. In 1992, Sunita Kohli was also presented the Mahila Shiromani Award by Mother Teresa. Since 1972, she has worked as a manufacturer of fine contemporary and classical furniture and a research-based interior designer. She is also noted for her contribution to historical interior architectural conservation. Her professional portfolio — across India, Egypt, Pakistan, Bhutan, Sri Lanka and the UK — includes several significant public and heritage buildings, hotels and hotel boats, forts, palaces, libraries, museums, corporate offices and select residences. Among her renowned projects, Kohli has restored, furnished and decorated many Lutyens era buildings in New Delhi, from the Prime Minister’s “Personally for me, the greatest luxury is that of time and the finances to travel at will, as often as time allows.” office and secretariat (1985 and 1986) Rashtrapati Bhawan, among others. She’s the founding director of Satyagyan, which works in over 400 slum communities in Varanasi. As an accomplished person, she believes success is a relative term, “It means different things to different people – all perfectly legitimate. For me, personally, the three mantras for a successful life would be sincerity of purpose, hard-work and a constant striving for knowledge.” 22 | | 23
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