Kapadi brings in over two decades of experience in architecture and interior design, along with urban planning and landscape design

Chalet Hotels Limited (CHL), owner, developer and asset manager of high-end hotels in key metro cities in India, has announced the appointment of Rashna Kapadi as Associate Vice President (AVP) - Architecture. Kapadi will operate out of the Corporate Office in Mumbai and report to Raman Sapru, Director – Design & Engineering, K Raheja Corp. This comes at a time when the company has recently announced its expansion plans in North India and has been awarded the contract by Delhi International Airport Limited (DIAL) to develop a hotel at the T3 Terminal of Indira Gandhi International Airport (IGIA).

Kapadi brings in over two decades of experience in architecture and interior design, along with urban planning and landscape design. She was previously associated with IMK Architects as Design Director and Head Design with Mahindra Hotels & Resorts Pvt. Ltd. Over the years, she has also collaborated and partnered with Bobby Mukherjee Associates, Sankalpan and DSP Associates. In addition to managing both design and project management responsibilities, Kapadi has demonstrated her skills as a hands-on architect in sectors across hospitality, educational facilities CRE, healthcare, residential, liaison work, etc. She has also collaborated with firms such as HOK, Cracknell and Belt Collins for clients including Jindal, Reliance, Mahindra, Great Eastern Shipping, Symbiosis, Save the Children India, Central Government of India, Tata, Taj, Citrus Hotels and Lemon Tree.

“Sustainability forms an integral part of Chalet’s business philosophy, and to reinforce this architecture and design play a critical role. We are happy to welcome Rashna on board, and I am confident that her rich experience will add immense value to our growth journey,” said Sanjay Sethi, MD & CEO, Chalet Hotels Limited.

Talking about her new role in the company, Rashna Kapadi, AVP – Architecture, Chalet Hotels Limited, said, “I am glad to be a part of the team at Chalet Hotels. The company’s commitment to design and sustainability is truly inspiring, and I look forward to a fruitful association where we are able to cross many milestones together.”