The Design Principal of Salient, a multidisciplinary design studio based in Kolkata, aims to advance contemporary value systems within the Indian design landscape. Graduating with a gold medal from IIT Roorkee in 2000, he founded the studio in 2005. His team includes Partner and Landscape Principal Anuradha Rathore, 8 associates, and over 40 members.
Name: Ar Vivek Singh Rathore
Firm Name: Salient
Location: Kolkata
Top Projects: City Centre Patna, Devasom, Taal Kutir
Salient, a multidisciplinary design studio based in Kolkata and led by Design Principal Vivek Singh Rathore, is dedicated to advancing contemporary value systems within the Indian design landscape. Established in 2005, the studio is supported by Partner and Landscape Principal Anuradha Rathore, 10 associates, and a team of over 60 professionals, including architects, planners, environmentalists, artists, interior designers, graphic designers, landscape architects, engineers, carpenters, and economists.
Driven by the philosophy that design is a form of "Discovery" and "Creation" involves modifying our relationships, Salient emphasizes a research-based approach. The studio's designs are inspired by the environment, spirituality, and Indian culture, and they focus on context-driven innovation. The pursuit of dharma through design has led many clients to view architecture as a thoughtful response to societal needs.
Salient has garnered over 90 design awards, including 15 international recognitions. The studio's projects aim to achieve green building certification, optimize capital costs, minimize operational expenses, develop new operational models, and restore local landscapes and biodiversity.
Some Notable Projects include:
City Centre Patna: The design showcases the architect's prowess through its integration of diverse functionalities within a cohesive and innovative structure. The project masterfully combines a shopping mall, office spaces, a museum, a luxury hotel, and high-end residential units into a single, harmonious development.
Devasom: Kolkata’s Wellness Retreat Spanning 22,000 sq. ft., Devasom utilizes Kolkata's abundant water bodies to foster holistic wellness. By integrating water’s therapeutic properties, the project showcases the architect's ability to harmonize design with natural elements for comprehensive physical, mental, and spiritual restoration.
Taal Kutir: Its design showcases the architect's exceptional ability to blend ecological sensitivity with cultural and modern elements. By integrating the lakefront setting and local nostalgia, the project reflects a deep understanding of the regional context and its impact on design.
Join Us to Meet Ar Vivek Singh Rathore at THE WADE ASIA 2024, Celebrating Excellence in Architecture and Design.
ABOUT WADEASIA
THE WADE ASIA, established in 2016 began with the objectives of creating a platform for recognising the contribution of women in design and to provide a large national platform for the entire community to celebrate women-led development.
Started with a small group of people, today THE WADE ASIA is the largest award platform for women in design, architecture, interior design, construction, engineering, art, and photography.
Come prepared to witness the following at THE WADE ASIA from 22-25 August 2024
- 200 LIVE presentation of India’s Top selected projects in Residential, Commercial, Hospitality, Retail, Landscape, Public Building, Sustainable spaces, etc The schedule of the live competition WADE ARCHIDESIGN NATIONAL COMPETITION will be shared soon
- THE WADE ASIA Architecture conference - Two days of talks and discussions by top industry influencers and experts. Hall 2
- MATERIALS ADDA - Innovation zone where 40-50 products are showcased
- Art & Photography Zone
- MATECIA EXHIBITION- Largest exhibition of decorative surfaces, Panel products, architecture and interior products and more.
- Launch of the book “The Top Angle” by The WADE ASIA with insights from 9 years of surveys and research on women in design & architecture.
THE WADE ASIA is a national platform. More than 50000 people from all over India and 20 other neighbouring countries visit WADE and concurrent Exhibition MATECIA each year. THE WADE ASIA had participation from Nepal. Bhutan, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, Thailand, Singapore, Indonesia Dubai (UAE), London, providing an unparalleled platform for networking, learning, and inspiration.
THE WADE ASIA created a world record by contributing to water initiative and creating the largest W human-shape on ground in record time which was awarded ASIA BOOK OF RECORDS medal, a testament to its outstanding contribution to the industry.
It was also awarded "The Unique Show" by the Exhibition Excellence Awards 2022 in partnership with UFI (global association for exhibition excellence).
Soon THE WADE ASIA will open opportunities for women in creative pursuits to become members and multiply the initiatives as well as position themselves with stronger network & connections.
ABOUT WADEASIA
THE WADE ASIA, established in 2016 began with the objectives of creating a platform for recognising the contribution of women in design and to provide a large national platform for the entire community to celebrate women-led development.
Started with a small group of people, today THE WADE ASIA is the largest award platform for women in design, architecture, interior design, construction, engineering, art, and photography.
Come prepared to witness the following at THE WADE ASIA from 22-25 August 2024
1. 200 LIVE presentation of India’s Top selected projects in Residential, Commercial, Hospitality, Retail, Landscape, Public Building, Sustainable spaces, etc The schedule of the live competition WADE ARCHIDESIGN NATIONAL COMPETITION will be shared soon
2. THE WADE ASIA Architecture conference - Two days of talks and discussions by top industry influencers and experts. Hall 2
3. MATERIALS ADDA - Innovation zone where 40-50 products are showcased
4. Art & Photography Zone
5. MATECIA EXHIBITION- Largest exhibition of decorative surfaces, Panel products, architecture and interior products and more.
6. Launch of the book “The Top Angle” by The WADE ASIA with insights from 9 years of surveys and research on women in design & architecture.
THE WADE ASIA is a national platform. More than 50000 people from all over India and 20 other neighbouring countries visit WADE and concurrent Exhibition MATECIA each year. THE WADE ASIA had participation from Nepal. Bhutan, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, Thailand, Singapore, Indonesia Dubai (UAE), London, providing an unparalleled platform for networking, learning, and inspiration.
THE WADE ASIA created a world record by contributing to water initiative and creating the largest W human-shape on ground in record time which was awarded ASIA BOOK OF RECORDS medal, a testament to its outstanding contribution to the industry.
It was also awarded "The Unique Show" by the Exhibition Excellence Awards 2022 in partnership with UFI (global association for exhibition excellence).
Soon THE WADE ASIA will open opportunities for women in creative pursuits to become members and multiply initiatives as well as position themselves with stronger network & connections.
LINK TO REGISTER FOR THE WADE ASIA Architecture Event : https://www.wadeasia.com/visitor-registration/