The New York Institute of Fashion (NIF Global) celebrated India’s emerging interior design talent at its prestigious Interior Design Excellence Awards 2025 held in Mumbai. The event brought together students, mentors, educators, and industry leaders for a vibrant evening of recognition and inspiration.
Renowned interior designer and NIF Global’s celebrity mentor, Gauri Khan, was the chief guest at the ceremony. She honoured top-performing students from various campuses, applauding their creative achievements and innovative design work.
Khan emphasised the transformative power of interior design in today’s world. She noted that interior spaces are no longer just about aesthetics but are integral to shaping how people live, feel, and connect with their environment.
The award winners represented campuses from across India, including Mumbai, Kolkata, Hyderabad, Pune, and Bangalore. The students showcased unique design sensibilities with an emphasis on sustainability, functionality, and user-centred spaces.
Stylist and author Tisha Khosla opened the evening with an address highlighting the vital role of mentorship in creative education. She acknowledged the guidance of faculty members in nurturing the next generation of interior designers.
NIF Global, headquartered in Manhattan, offers professional programmes in fashion design, interior design, management, and beauty. With strong links to global fashion events and mentorship from industry icons, the institute blends academic learning with real-world experience.
The 2025 awards reflected the institute’s commitment to nurturing design talent that is both innovative and globally relevant. By offering platforms for exposure and growth, NIF Global continues to prepare students to lead in the evolving design industry.
