Architect & Interior Designer
Alisha
Chitalwala
Crafting human-centric spaces where legacy, creativity, and detail converge.
Mumbai, India
About
Alisha Chitalwala is a Senior Architect at Designers Group, Mumbai — a firm with a 37-year legacy in luxury hospitality design. With over 9 years of experience, she leads the design development of high-end hotels and resorts for global brands including Taj, Hilton, Marriott, and Radisson.
Her work is rooted in the belief that every detail — from light and material to spatial flow — has the power to influence how a space is experienced. She brings a human-centric philosophy to hospitality design, blending traditional techniques with modern principles to create spaces that are not just beautiful, but tell a story.
“It is important to ensure growth remains rooted in legacy, creativity, detail, and human-centric design.”
— AD Young Icons 2025
Experience
Senior Architect
Designers Group
Leading high-end hospitality projects for global brands including Taj Hotels, Hilton, Marriott, Radisson, and ITC. Overseeing design development from concept to execution across 200+ hotel projects.
Architect
Architect Hafeez Contractor
Worked on large-scale architectural projects under one of India's most prolific architects, gaining experience in commercial and residential design at scale.
Intern Architect
Architect Hafeez Contractor
Contributed to architectural documentation, site analysis, and design development for urban-scale projects in Mumbai.
Master's Degree, Lighting Design
WINGS Professional Studies - Wismar University
Completed an internationally accredited Master's in Architectural Lighting Design, exploring the artistic, technical, and sustainable aspects of lighting with a focus on human well-being and design management.
Bachelor of Architecture (B.Arch)
Kamala Raheja Vidhaynidhi Institute for Architecture
Specialized in architecture with a focus on sustainable design and human-centric spatial planning.
Projects
IHCL SeleQtions
Ayodhya, Uttar Pradesh
IHCL SeleQtions
Ayodhya, Uttar Pradesh — 2026
Taj Devi Ratn Resort & Spa
Jaipur, Rajasthan
Taj Devi Ratn Resort & Spa
Jaipur, Rajasthan — 2024
Fairfield by Marriott
Mumbai, Maharashtra
Fairfield by Marriott
Mumbai, Maharashtra — 2022
Hilton Garden Inn
Jabalpur, Madhya Pradesh
Hilton Garden Inn
Jabalpur, Madhya Pradesh — 2025
Noor Us Sabah Palace
Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh
Noor Us Sabah Palace
Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh — 2024
Taj Goa Anjuna
Anjuna, Goa
Taj Goa Anjuna
Anjuna, Goa — 2027
Radisson Resort
Khopoli, Maharashtra
Radisson Resort
Khopoli, Maharashtra — 2025
Serrano Farms Resort
Mulshi, Maharashtra
Serrano Farms Resort
Mulshi, Maharashtra — 2024
Gallery
A full gallery of the portfolio image library, beginning with award and recognition moments before moving into project, press, and portrait imagery.
Awards
Recognition, ceremonies, and trophy moments shown first.
Projects
Spatial studies, installations, and hospitality design vignettes.
Press
Feature coverage and tagged posts from publications and collaborators.
Features & Recognition
Interior Design of the Year — Hospitality
Winner of Interior Design of the Year – Hospitality at the 15th Annual Construction Week Awards for Radisson Resort, Khopoli.
It Is Important to Ensure Growth Remains Rooted in Legacy, Creativity, Detail & Human-Centric Design
Featured in AD Young Icons 2025 — a recognition of emerging talent shaping the future of Indian architecture and design.
Crafting Luxury & Inclusivity in Hospitality Design
An exclusive feature on sustainable luxury, AI-driven design innovation, and championing women in the hospitality design industry.
Spotlight on 20 Women Architects and Designers in India
Featured among 20 leading women architects and designers shaping the future of architecture and interior design in India.
11 Architects Carrying Their Fathers' Legacy Forward
Featured in AD's Father's Day special, highlighting architects blending inherited legacy with their own innovation.
Insights on the Jamawar Textile Wallcovering Collection
Shared insights on the Jamawar textile wallcovering collection at the iDAC 2025 booth, exploring heritage-inspired luxury surfaces.
Material Curation at the iDAC iLounge
Collaborated on fabric curation for the iDAC iLounge, bringing stories to life through material selection and design refinement.
Elevating Spaces with Baffle Ceilings
Discussed the versatility of baffle ceilings and the wide range of textures and panels for elevating hospitality and architectural spaces.
How Glass Transforms Architectural Spaces
A conversation on how glass as a material can redefine the experience of architectural spaces, from light to transparency.
Designers Group Celebrates 35 Years of Design Excellence
Commemorating three and a half decades of hospitality design innovation and excellence from Mumbai to the world.
The Influence of Women Designers on Luxury Travel Experiences
Exploring how women designers at Designers Group are shaping luxury hospitality through innovation, novel materials, and technology.
Award-Winning Hospitality Designers & Interior Architects
Explore the full portfolio of 200+ hospitality projects spanning luxury hotels, resorts, and heritage properties across India and beyond.
Let's Create
Together
Open to collaborations, speaking engagements, and conversations about architecture, hospitality design, and the art of space-making.