The Design Pataki Podcast

An exclusive interview with Domagoj Dukec at Rolls-Royce’s Seoul Private Office, as he shares his perspective on Bespoke, craftsmanship, Design sensibilities, personal expression, and timeless design. Read more on Design Pataki.

In this episode, Design Pataki sits down with Alice Cicolini and Revathi Kant to explore their collaboration — Lhasa for Zoya. Rooted in Tibetan architecture, spiritual symbolism, and cross-cultural exchange, the collection is a bold reimagining of what wearable art can be. Through this conversation, we uncover how history, ornament, and design converge to create pieces that are both intimate and architectural.

“The devil lies in the details,” says Supratik Datta, Head of Design at SD Corp, the mind behind Mumbai’s most iconic landmarks —from the Imperial Tower to the upcoming Imperial i. In this episode, he joins Esha Gupta, Founder of Design Pataki, to unpack the nuances of what it means to craft iconic spaces in a transforming cityscape. From designing with authenticity, embracing ‘livable luxury,’ to the brilliance behind linear layouts, Datta decodes the art of designing spaces rooted in mindful urbanism.

Gautam Sinha, the Founder and Creative Director of Nappa Dori, drives the brand's visionary creativity. Renowned for propelling Nappa Dori from a single store in Delhi to over 12 locations, his design ethos merges Indian heritage with international aesthetics. With a background in fashion accessories and a love for leather, Sinha's approach reflects minimalism and detail-oriented craftsmanship. He epitomizes a new generation of Indian designers with globally acclaimed products, including the popular Café Dori concept.

Subodh Gupta is one of India’s leading contemporary artists. His works have been exhibited in the most prestigious art fairs and museums across the globe - including Centre Pompidou and the Victoria & Albert Museum. He is best known for his incredible sculptural works made of household metal objects such as kitchen utensils, lunch boxes, and cookware, and his work highlights the socio-economic landscape of India and cultural transitions. Currently, Subodh is showcasing his new Installations at the iconic Le Bon Marche in Paris which is the first ever department store in the world. Titled Sangam, the exhibition will be on display until February 19, 2023. Here are a few things we discuss with him - You went to art school in Patna in the 1980s. What was your education like at the time? This is your first time exhibiting at a department store. How did you navigate this, and what inspired the name Sangam? Utensils are a key motif in your art. How do you and your team go about sourcing so many utensils? The Design Pataki Podcast is brought to you by Design Pataki, one of India’s foremost digital magazines on luxury design. For our top editorial stories on art, architecture and interiors, head to www.designpataki.com. To contact Design Pataki, please email [email protected]. The Design Pataki Podcast is produced in collaboration with Studio41.