Atelier NOUA is not just an architectural design firm, it is a powerful confluence of four visionary minds shaping the future of spaces.
Founded by Ar. Akanksha Mishra , Ar. Ojas Kulkarni, ID. Nikhilesh Garud, and ID. Utkarsha Mahajan , NOUA embodies a philosophy where architectural precision meets emotional intelligence.
Together, they create spaces that go beyond the conventional, evoking a sense of belonging and purpose.
Our Philosophy
Human-First Design
Spaces that resonate with the emotions, stories, and aspirations of the people who inhabit them. At NOUA, architecture is more than just form and function; every design we create is a response to its place, its people, and its purpose.
This belief is reflected in our Conscious Collaboration model, where each founder brings a unique and deeply rooted strength to the table, harmonizing into a collective powerhouse of design thinking.
MeetTheMinds
Nikhilesh leads sales and client strategy at NOUA with empathy, clarity, and design sensibility.
His calm presence builds lasting relationships, while his strategic thinking aligns creativity with business goals.
From the first conversation to final delivery, he ensures trust, consistency, and long-term value.
Ojas brings calm leadership and grounded clarity to every project.
With global experience at DP Architects, he has led award-winning works like the Singapore Metro and Novotel Hotels.
His multidisciplinary approach ensures timely execution rooted in context.
He designs spaces that balance climate, sustainability, and a strong sense of place
ID. Utkarsha Mahajan
People & Relationship Building
Interior Designer | MIT Institute of Design
Utkarsha leads with warmth, building lasting relationships through empathy and insight.
An MIT ID alumna, she brings global experience from Fitch and Space Matrix.
Her design approach blends collaboration with creativity.
At NOUA, she crafts spaces that feel thoughtful, timeless, and human.
Ar. Akanksha Mishra
Strategic Thinking & Planning
Architect | B.Arch – Pune University M.Des – Furniture Design, NID Ahmedabad Business Management & Leadership – IIM
Akanksha brings structure and foresight to NOUA’s design process.
With roots in architecture, furniture design, and business, she blends creativity with strategy.
Her data-driven thinking and meticulous planning ensure clarity and precision at every stage.
She crafts projects that are scalable, efficient, and future-ready from sketch to handover.
Ojas brings calm leadership and grounded clarity to every project.
With global experience at DP Architects, he has led award-winning works like the Singapore Metro and Novotel Hotels.
His multidisciplinary approach ensures timely execution rooted in context.
He designs spaces that balance climate, sustainability, and a strong sense of place
ID. Utkarsha Mahajan
People & Relationship Building
Interior Designer | MIT Institute of Design
Utkarsha leads with warmth, building lasting relationships through empathy and insight.
An MIT ID alumna, she brings global experience from Fitch and Space Matrix.
Her design approach blends collaboration with creativity.
At NOUA, she crafts spaces that feel thoughtful, timeless, and human.
Ar. Akanksha Mishra
Strategic Thinking & Planning
Architect | B.Arch – Pune University M.Des – Furniture Design, NID Ahmedabad Business Management & Leadership – IIM
Akanksha brings structure and foresight to NOUA’s design process.
With roots in architecture, furniture design, and business, she blends creativity with strategy.
Her data-driven thinking and meticulous planning ensure clarity and precision at every stage.
She crafts projects that are scalable, efficient, and future-ready from sketch to handover.
