Lalit Khurana

Head the Interior design function across luxury residential, branded residences, hospitality, and mixed-use assets.

Headed the Interior design vertical, integrating Marriott International’s global brand standards with the signature interior design by Bobby Mukherjee and the Architectural vision by Sir Hafeez Contractor. Delivered a first-of-its-kind Westin Residences Experience Centre with a sample unit, setting new benchmarks in luxury, spatial quality, and customer experience. Key Projects - The Westin Residences, Sector 103 – Sales Gallery, Experience Center, and luxury residences - Aspen, Sector 76 – Public areas, aspirational sample apartment, and exclusive club spaces

Led the Interior design vertical for DLF Phase 5, delivering ultra luxury residential developments, experience centers, show flats, clubs, and hospitality spaces. - Directed end-to-end design leadership including concept development, feasibility studies, value engineering, cost control, and on site execution. - Ensured design intent, quality benchmarks, and delivery timelines through disciplined coordination and execution control. - Built strong sourcing expertise in Imported marble and FF&E, with exposure across Asian ethnic, Turkish, and European markets. - Oversaw execution from concept to completion, proactively identifying site challenges and driving precise, practical solutions with strong attention to detail. Awarded with the "Eccentric Performer" award, Recognized for dedication for DLF5 – Year 2023-24. Key Projects - The Dahlias – Exclusive sales gallery with show flat and immersive experience centre - The Grove – Show flat, experience centre, public spaces, and on-site execution - The Summit Plaza – Food court and public spaces with full on-site implementation - Dream Crafters (DLF5 office) – Corporate workplace including gym, sports facilities, and outdoor activity zones - The Aralias – Arrival experience and public space upgrades - The Magnolias Clubhouse – Space planning, finishes, specifications, and cost analysis - Magnolias & Crest Club – Renovation and upgrade of existing clubs and services - Private Residence – Retired Supreme Court Judge, Geetanjali Enclave, New Delhi - DLF Foundation Projects – CGS Hospital & Pasha Block: architecture coordination, MEP services, submissions, working drawings, facade, landscape, interior finishing, and on-site execution

Headed the Pan India Interior design portfolio, leading design management and delivery across super luxury residential, hospitality, clubhouses, sales galleries, commercial, retail, workplace interiors, and high end common areas with complex amenities. - Drove feasibility, specifications, value engineering, cost analysis, planing and budgeting. - Led end-to-end design development including MEP coordination, facade and landscape integration, and appointment of specialist consultants. - Owned RFPs, BOQs, scopes of work, and design package evaluations. - Directed cross functional coordination with Projects, Sales & Marketing, Quality, C&P, and FMS teams to ensure aligned execution across regions. Key Projects - Boulder Hills, Hyderabad – Golf Club, Event Hall & Spa. - DigiHomes Ph I & II – Experience centres, clubhouses, feasibility & cost planning. - Palm Premier – Conversion of as-built unit into aspirational mock-up for customer experience (IKEA). - Mohali City Club – 65,000 sq.ft cultural club. - Colonnade 66 – Arrival experiences, lobbies & public spaces. - EBD 114 – In-house designed experience centre. - Capital Towers 1 & 2 – Public space and arrival upgrades. - Emaar Club Beryl – 100,000 sq.ft city club. - Indore Continental Club – Interior execution. - Emaar Digi Labs – Workplace interiors aligned with Dubai standards.

Expanded into large format real estate delivery, leading the interior design function across complex, high value developments. - Led concept design, feasibility, value engineering, cost control, and on site delivery across large format developments. - Ensured design intent, quality standards, and timelines through tight execution control. - Built strong procurement expertise in FF&E and Imported Italian marble across Asian, Turkish, and European markets. - Managed execution from concept to completion, resolving on site challenges through hands on coordination. - Managed RFPs, BOQs, scopes, MEP coordination, shop drawings, RFIs, and procurement approvals. Awarded for delivering complex challenges on M3M Golf Estate – Phase I & II. Key Projects - Trump Towers - Design coordination, material strategy, and budget alignment with stakeholders and Tribeca. - M3M Golf Estate, Ph I: VIP Club, M Cafe, Show Flat, Fitness Centre, Arrival Experience, and Public Spaces. - M3M Golf Estate, Ph I: Triplex Penthouse (featured across global events and media). - M3M Golf Estate, Ph II: St. Andrews - Clubhouse and public spaces, Polo Lounge, and Suites. - International Financial Centre (IFC) - Luxury retail, food, restaurants, and offices. - Urbana and Cosmopolitan – Retail, offices, restaurants, food courts & Urbana - 156 key service apartments. - Experia - Sales gallery & mock-up units, end-to-end experience upgrade. - Tee Point - Premium retail, offices, arrival experience & public spaces - promoter workplace interiors, concept to completion. - Merlin, Escala, Woodshire, Marina, Sierra, Latitude – Clubhouses & common areas

Stepped into large scale real estate development, leading interior design delivery across super-luxury residential, hospitality-led amenities, retail, commercial spaces, service apartments, and workplace interiors. Delivered key assets including clubhouses, show flats, polo lounges and suites, fitness centres, cafes, penthouses, lobbies, and high-end public spaces.

Led interior projects from design brief through concept validation, detailed design, millwork, shop drawings, cost control, value engineering, and timeline management, delivering snag-free handovers aligned with client vision. - Owned design detailing and execution coordination to ensure quality, budget discipline, and timely delivery. - Bridged design with buildable on site execution across residential, retail, and hospitality projects. Key Projects - Hibiscus, SS Group – Show Villa, Penthouse & Marketing Office, in collaboration with JJ Valaya - Private residence for Dr. Hamed Hamid, Managing Partner – India, BMW, Vasant Vihar, New Delhi - International Lounge for Lufthansa Airlines, Terminal 3, IGI Airport, New Delhi (partial scope) - Stalwart Homestyle (OMA), Infocity Phase 2, Gurgaon - High end private residences across New Delhi, Gurgaon, Noida, Agra, and Ludhiana - In house design studio for AMO, Okhla, New Delhi

Delivered end-to-end residential and hospitality Interior projects, with ownership across space planning, budgeting, client management, detailed drawings, and on-site execution. - Conducted space analysis and budget evaluations aligned with client expectations and cost controls. - Managed project execution including shop drawings, custom furniture detailing, quality control, timelines, and site coordination. - Led client interactions and ensured delivery aligned with approved designs, schedules, and budgets. Key Projects - Ultra luxury residential at DLF The Magnolias (multiple apartments) - Private villa, Emirates Hills, Dubai, UAE - International Lounge for Kingfisher Airlines, Terminal 3, IGI Airport, New Delhi - High end private residences and farmhouses across New Delhi, Kolkata, Ludhiana, Bhimtal, and Punjab.

Delivered turnkey Interior projects, alongside to town and urban planning assignments, including site layouts, circulation planning, and basic services planning in compliance with government norms. - Developed concept designs, led material selection, supported project management, and engaged in client consultations within collaborative design teams. - Prepared detailed layout plans for Punjab Government, and Punjab Mandi Board with exposure to sustainable design principles and budget driven planning.

Worked with Mr. Krishan Dham on group housing and urban development projects, supporting zoning plans, area statements, and planning documentation. Gained early exposure to large scale residential planning and the foundational processes of Interior design, including coordination, and drawing development workflows.