Being a designer was a pre-destined path for Ali Baldiwala. His father, the iconic Bakir Baldiwala, is considered a leader in the Indian world of interiors and spatial planning and for everyone, Ali was going to become a designer. But Ali had different plans. Bright, enthusiastic, and talented, Ali saw the world and its endless possibilities and knew the creative world was for him but wanted to step into his own as an actor or a graphic designer.
In pursuit of these passions, Ali has successfully dabbled in cinema and is constantly flexing and updating his knowledge of graphic design. If not for a designer, he would've excelled in either path. But, having done what he wished to do and knowing that he would do a good job at it too, Ali inadvertently decided to pursue design. "Post my college years, I worked under Phirosa Neterwala for two years. From then to now, she continues to be my guru and is an inspiration. Anyone who knows me knows I have learned a lot from her and deeply admire her eye for detail." Surrounding himself with excellence, Ali has steadfastly explored what makes up the hallmarks of classic design all while making it his own.
DISCUSSING HIS SIGNATURE STYLE Over the years, Ali has threaded a design path that evinces a sense of grandeur whilst rooting itself in a simple, humble narrative. This meld of greatness with simplicity is synonymous with Ali. Over the next few pages, we shine the spotlight on some iconic residential and commercial projects that have grabbed our attention over the years.
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