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Kamna Malik, a Design Curator and Strategist, brings over 16 years of expertise in design, architecture, lifestyle, art, fashion, and luxury. Former Editor of ELLE India and Former Curator of India Design ID, she has left an indelible mark on the Indian media and publication industry. In 2022, Kamna founded KRSP, a cultural agency that specialises in brand strategy & advisory, global collaborations, design IPs and events, tailored consumer-oriented content (print, digital, and video), and more. Her career has been marked by a commitment to shaping and driving creative visions, making her a notable figure in the industry.
Armed with a Masters in Entrepreneurship & Innovation from The University of Nottingham, UK, Kamna has also served as a jury member for multiple prestigious international architecture and design initiatives, including Dezeen Awards, Architizer A+ Awards, FRAME Awards, International Design Awards (IDA), LIV Hospitality Design Awards, Parcos Beauty Influencer Awards, and Lakme Fashion Week, among others. A prominent figure in the Indian design community, she has also been a compelling speaker at renowned platforms such as Young Architects Festival (YAF), Kala Ghoda Arts Festival, Madras Art Weekend, and more.
Over the last decade, Kamna has been instrumental in changing the face of Indian design and décor industry and has curated one of the India’s largest and oldest design shows, India Design ID (www.indiadesignid.com). Having curated a total of 5 editions, the show, during her tenure not only grew in terms of stature but also witnessed a consistent revenue growth year-on-year. Her curation each year involved 120+ décor brands handpicked from around the world, 35+ global speakers, and one-of-kind unique projects in collaboration with India’s best architects and designers. Some of the personalities that have graced ID during her tenure include iconic global names like Rossana Orlandi, Alejandro Aravena, Alberto Alessi, Carlo Rati, Chris Precht, Humberto Campana, Paolo Navone, Patricia Urquiola and many others.
Apart from ID, she has also been the creative brain behind other large-scale design initiatives like Kohler Bold Design Awards, ELLE Graduates, ELLE Beauty Awards and TRENDS Excellence Awards. Her diverse experiences are her USP and with a strong knowledge of various subjects, she is regarded as one of the most respected names of the industry.
With a very strong Indian and global network of more than 7000+ architects, interior designers, fashion designers, product designers, artists and creative minds, Kamna brings together the best of design, décor, architecture and luxury lifestyle.
Prior to ELLE India and India Design ID, Kamna worked with esteemed brands and media companies such as ELLE Decor, TRENDS magazine, Time Out, Downtown Design, London Design Festival and others. Kamna extends her passion for philanthropy to children’s education. Presently, she is affiliated with the CITTA Foundation, actively involved in the Gyaan Centre and Rajkumari Ratnavati Girls School in Jaisalmer, Rajasthan. This initiative strives to utilize art, education, and culture to combat poverty and promote gender parity in one of India’s most challenging regions for women and girls.
Instagram: @kamna.malik
LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/kamna-malik/
