PANEL DISCUSSION - Beyond Planning: Design as a Catalyst for Management Design Open Trails (DOT) 2026 presents a thought-provoking panel discussion that brings together distinguished professionals from architecture, design, and media, the panel discussion explores the evolving relationship between design and management in shaping successful outcomes. The panel will examine how strategic management, market understanding, communication, and interdisciplinary collaboration inform design decisions, enhance project delivery, and create enduring value for design in society Panelists • Ar. Sanjay Mohe – Founder & Principal Architect, Mindspace Architects • Mrs. Nishma Pandit – Co-Founder, Director & Principal Designer, Ticket Design • Mr. Balkrishna Mahajan– Co-Founder, Director & Principal Designer, Ticket Design • Ar. L Gopakumar – Founder & Principal Architect, Architects Group | Chief Editor, Designer+Builder Magazine Join us for an engaging exchange of ideas that highlights design as a strategic tool for leadership, innovation, and impact. 📅 23 July 2026 📍 Salvation Army Hall, Thiruvananthapuram 🕕 6:00 PM #DOT2026 #DesignOpenTrails #CATTrivandrum #PanelDiscussion #Architecture Design DesignManagement DesignLeadership Innovation ArchitectureIndia CreativePractice BuiltEnvironment DesignThinking Thiruvananthapuram

Design Open Trails (DOT) 2026 is proud to present an inspiring evening featuring Ar. Sanjay Mohe, Mrs. Nishma Pandit, and Mr. Balkrishna Mahajan—three distinguished voices whose work has significantly influenced the fields of architecture and design. Ar. Sanjay Mohe, Founder and Principal Architect of Mindspace Architects, is celebrated for his thoughtful, context-responsive approach to architecture. Joining him are Mrs. Nishma Pandit and Mr. Balkrishna Mahajan, Co-Founders, Directors, and Principal Designers at Ticket Design, renowned for creating impactful, user-centric design solutions across diverse industries. Together, they will share their experiences, design philosophies, and professional journeys, offering valuable insights into the evolving worlds of architecture, innovation, and design. Join us for an evening of inspiring conversations, ideas, and perspectives from three of India’s leading design professionals. 🗓 23 July 2026 🕕 6:00 PM 📍 Salvation Army Hall, Kowdiar, Thiruvananthapuram #DOT2026 #DesignOpenTrails #SanjayMohe #NishmaPandit #BalkrishnaMahajan MindspaceArchitects TicketDesign Architecture IndustrialDesign DesignTalk DesignDialogue DesignThinking CATTrivandrum