Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], May 26:Gauri Khan, renowned interior designer and Celebrity Mentor at New York Institute of Fashion (NIF Global), felicitated the next generation of design leaders at the highly anticipated Interior Design Excellence Awards ceremony. The event recognized exceptional talent in the field of Interior Design across NIF Global campuses in India.
Held amidst a vibrant gathering of students, faculty, and guests, the event celebrated not only the winners’ creativity and skill but also the institution’s growing influence in shaping design education that’s both global and future-ready.
“Interior design today is so much more than just décor. It’s about shaping experiences; how we live, how we feel, how we connect with space,” said Gauri Khan, addressing the students. “From what I’ve seen today, you all are creating not just beautiful spaces, but environments that inspire, comfort, and elevate everyday living.”
Gauri Khan, Founder of Gauri Khan Designs and Mentor to young creatives at NIF Global, brought her distinctive blend of luxury and functional aesthetics to the event. Her presence electrified the atmosphere as she interacted with students, offered design insights, and presented awards to students who are already showing remarkable promise in interior design.
The Interior Design Excellence Awards recognize top-performing students and faculty from NIF Global centres nationwide for their innovation, dedication, and design brilliance. The winning campuses for this year’s awards include Kolkata Salt Lake, Mumbai Andheri, Mumbai Bandra, Mumbai South, Indore, Jaipur, Ludhiana, Ahmedabad, Bangalore MG Road, Bhubaneswar, Chennai, Hyderabad Himayat Nagar, Hyderabad Hitech, Kolkata Lindsay Street, Mumbai Borivali, Mumbai Ghatkopar, Mumbai Thane, Navi Mumbai (Vashi), Panvel, Pune Kondhwa, Pune Koregaon, Pune Kothrud, Surat, Bhopal, Dehradun, Gandhinagar, Kalyan, Kanpur, Pimpri Chinchwad, Raipur, Vadodara, Jalgaon , Jodhpur, Udaipur, Vapi, Hubballi.
“Let your spaces breathe. Minimalism has its own magic. Light is your greatest tool, use it to evoke emotion. And above all, design with honesty. Trends will fade, but your signature will stay,” advised Gauri Khan during her inspiring address.
Hosted with grandeur, the event began with a warm welcome by Ms. Tisha Khosla, noted stylist and author, who also felicitated Gauri Khan on stage.
This event also highlighted the importance of mentorship in shaping the careers of young designers. With esteemed mentors like Gauri Khan and a dedicated faculty team, students receive personalized guidance that helps them refine their unique style while developing industry-ready skills. This holistic approach ensures that graduates are confident, competent, and prepared to lead in a competitive global marketplace.
Moreover, the awards are a celebration of the evolving role of interior design as a dynamic discipline that intersects with sustainability, technology, and cultural heritage. NIF Global encourages students to innovate responsibly, creating spaces that are not only aesthetically captivating but also socially meaningful and environmentally conscious.
With campuses across India and its headquarters in Manhattan, New York, NIF Global is committed to delivering world-class education in Fashion Design, Interior Design, Management, and Beauty. With global showcases in New York, London, and Dubai Fashion Weeks, and mentorship from international experts and icons like Gauri Khan, the institute offers students a rare blend of academic excellence and real-world exposure.
Closing the event, Gauri Khan praised the faculty for their mentorship and the students for their visionary work, calling them the future of design thinking. “Whether it’s luxury interiors or fashion show sets, the vision here is future-ready and rooted in excellence,” she said.
Looking ahead, NIF Global remains focused on empowering its students and alumni with world-class education, cutting-edge industry exposure, and meaningful mentorship, ensuring they are fully equipped to shape the future of the creative industries. The spirit of excellence recognized at this event will continue to inspire and motivate every member of the NIF Global family to dream bigger, create boldly, and achieve remarkably.
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