Design Democracy 2025 Returns to Hyderabad as India’s Premier Cultural Forum for Interior Design, Architecture & Art
The third edition of Design Democracy India’s pioneering cultural design forumreturns to HITEX Exhibition Centre, Hyderabad, reimagining the intersections of interior design, architecture, product innovation, and art. Founded by design entrepreneurs Shailja Patwari, Pallika Sreewastav, and architect-lighting designer Arjun Rathi, the event celebrates a holistic design ecosystem rooted in creativity, craft, and cultural exchange.
India’s Design Landscape Takes Centre Stage:
Over 120+ top Indian design studios and interior brands will showcase experiential spaces, innovative materials, and curated installations, turning Design Democracy 2025 into a landmark event for designers, architects, buyers, curators, and creatives.
“Hyderabad’s dynamic architectural and economic growth makes it the perfect home for a contemporary design movement,” says Shailja Patwari.
“Design is the silent language of beauty it transforms function into emotion,” adds Pallika Sreewastav.
“Design Democracy is about connection between creators, users, and the wider ecosystem,” says Arjun Rathi.
New Pavilions, Curated Installations & Cultural Anchors:
The 2025 edition, presented by The Charcoal Project, features a flagship pavilion curated by Sussanne Khan, offering a visionary take on integrated spatial design and immersive storytelling.
For the first time, Design Democracy 2025 introduces industry-first features and thematic zones that reflect its evolution from a product showcase to a cultural institution:
Atelier: Focuses on material innovation and experimental processes
Canvas: Explores storytelling through design and India’s evolving craft narratives
Muse: Showcases visionary and boundary-pushing design work
These curated zones aim to elevate Design Democracy as a cultural anchor in India’s interior and architectural design landscape.
DD Talks: Design Conversations That Matter
A central highlight of the event is DD Talks a two-day series of panel discussions, keynotes, and dialogues featuring over 40 influential voices from across India and the global design community. The talks will explore themes such as sustainability, future materials, collaborative practices, and the role of design in shaping India’s modern identity.
Museum of Telangana Returns with Bold Narratives:
The much-anticipated Museum of Telangana (MOT) returns for the 2025 edition, curated by architect Supraja Rao in partnership with Hanuman Enterprises. MOT will offer a compelling exploration of heritage, modernity, and spatial reinterpretation, bridging the past with the future of Indian design.
Additionally, multiple special projects curated by leading Indian designers are set to debut at the event details to be unveiled soon.
About Design Democracy:
Established in 2021, Design Democracy is a Hyderabad-based annual design forum that celebrates and shapes India’s interior and architectural design narrative. The event blends commerce, curation, and community-building, offering an inclusive yet deeply refined platform to showcase:
- Contemporary furniture and home décor
- Lighting innovations
- Architectural materials and surfaces
- Craft-led and sustainable product design
Each edition brings together makers, brands, and design professionals to spark meaningful dialogue around design innovation, cultural preservation, and future-forward thinking.