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An architect and urban designer with 6+ years of experience in architecture journalism, sustainability communication and design strategy, my work focuses on storytelling for clear & engaging narratives tailored for digital and social media platforms. I am interested in how design thinking can be shaped into visually driven, audience-first content that travels across social media and editorial ecosystems. In UAE, I aim to contribute to social media-led storytelling that builds awareness, sharpens discourse and communicates the company’s work/product with authenticity.…An architect and urban designer with 6+ years of experience in architecture journalism, sustainability communication and design strategy, my work focuses on storytelling for clear & engaging narratives tailored for digital and social media platforms. I am interested in how design thinking can be shaped into visually driven, audience-first content that travels across social media and editorial ecosystems. In UAE, I aim to contribute to social media-led storytelling that builds awareness, sharpens discourse and communicates the company’s work/product with authenticity.

Aishwarya Kulkarni

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An architect and urban designer with 6+ years of experience in architecture journalism, sustainability communication and design strategy, my work focuses on storytelling for clear & engaging narratives tailored for digital and social media platforms. I am interested in how design thinking can be shaped into visually driven, audience-first content that travels across social media and editorial ecosystems. In UAE, I aim to contribute to social media-led storytelling that builds awareness, sharpens discourse and communicates the company’s work/product with authenticity.…An architect and urban designer with 6+ years of experience in architecture journalism, sustainability communication and design strategy, my work focuses on storytelling for clear & engaging narratives tailored for digital and social media platforms. I am interested in how design thinking can be shaped into visually driven, audience-first content that travels across social media and editorial ecosystems. In UAE, I aim to contribute to social media-led storytelling that builds awareness, sharpens discourse and communicates the company’s work/product with authenticity.

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An architect and urban designer with 6+ years of experience in architecture journalism, sustainability communication and design strategy, my work focuses on storytelling for clear & engaging narratives tailored for digital and social media platforms.
I am interested in how design thinking can be shaped into visually driven, audience-first content that travels across social media and editorial ecosystems. In UAE, I aim to contribute to social media-led storytelling that builds awareness, sharpens discourse and communicates the company’s work/product with authenticity.

Skills

Experience Level

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Intermediate

Intermediate

Language

Hindi

Fluent

English

Fluent

Marathi (Marāṭhī)

Advanced

Work Experience

Manager at Development Alternatives

January 1, 2025 - Present

Led formulation of 2 Circular Economy Roadmaps for Royal Enfield Foundation’s urban & rural development projects, resulting in 9 livelihood clusters in Indian Himalayas. Liaised with implementing agencies under MOEFCC to develop 2 eco-smart districts with focus on resilient construction, waste management and eco-tourism. Developed 5 training modules, 3 technical compendiums, and 8+ reports. Drafted 2 RFPs and developed 12+ proposals for business development, including a UNDP-funded proposal.

Founding Member at BookMyXperience

April 1, 2024 - December 31, 2024

Established 10+ strategic partnerships with sustainable-travel companies, onboarding 800+ hyper-local experiences in 8 states, enhancing livelihoods for 540+ local businesses. Curated 50+ regenerative experiences for 70+ clients, generating 300+ transactions in 5 months. Created RFPs for Govt. of Rajasthan to promote folk musician communities, aligning with cultural sustainability and heritage conservation. Led grassroots marketing campaigns in 3 states to strengthen stakeholder engagement and brand presence, including performance marketing and social media strategies.

Contributing Editor at SCALE Magazine (Qatar)

February 1, 2024 - Present

Authored 35+ original editorial features on architecture, design, and sustainability; Developed 150+ articles from press releases relating to UAE landscape. Managed LinkedIn, newsletters, event outreach, and business development communications to strengthen brand presence and stakeholder engagement.

Communications Manager at Epistle

March 1, 2023 - March 31, 2024

Led 5 multidisciplinary teams to drive branding for architecture, interiors, and construction clients. Devised and executed 12+ PR strategies and media outreach for national and international visibility. Planned monthly social media content strategies, newsletters, and engagement campaigns. Managed website design, content governance, SEO, and analytics to boost visibility and leads. Coordinated participation in global design events and awards to showcase clients’ sustainability and innovation credentials.

Consultant (Contractual) at UNESCO

September 1, 2022 - December 31, 2022

Strategy Advisory: Analyzed impact assessments and RFPs of 50+ communities under Rural Craft & Cultural Hubs Program; designed an intervention plan for desert music communities and 5 craft communities in Orissa, along with a compendium of best practices. Operations: Drafted contracts to onboard third-party entities into the UN System to enable fund releases. Facilitated a conference on the promotion of Intangible Cultural Heritage for leading NGOs from SAARC countries. Architectural Journalism: Authored 6+ original articles, interviews, and features on sustainable built environment, urban resilience, and adaptive reuse.

Program Manager (Contractual) at CG Corp Global

July 1, 2022 - September 30, 2022

Drafted an RFP for BMGF flood-relief livelihood for 25+ villages in Assam. Value-chain analysis for communities in Nepal (textile, tourism, craft); documented craft lifecycles for Kathmandu, Gorkha, and Nawalpur. Designed proposals for mobilization of funds from local Government schemes and conducted a gap analysis for 15+ villages around Unnati Cultural Village.

Program Manager (Contractual) at CG Corp Global

May 1, 2021 - August 31, 2021

Drafted an RFP for BMGF (Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation) which received partial funding for flood relief livelihood for 25+ villages in Assam; value chain analysis for communities in Nepal (textile, tourism and craft ecosystems) for Kathmandu, Gorkha, and Nawalpur; designed a proposal for mobilization of funds from local Government schemes for these communities, and conducted a gap analysis for 15+ villages around Unnati Cultural Village to strengthen its craft lifecycle.

Head of Operations at NotOnMap

July 1, 2019 - October 31, 2020

Arbitrated partnerships and negotiated contracts for prospective partners. Directed curation of properties in India to be listed with NotOnMap, leading a team of 18 and onboarding 75+ properties across 18 states. Created 5 self-sustaining eco-tourism villages in Meghalaya (reducing distressed migration by providing livelihoods for 70+ families). COVID-19 initiatives; assisted in setting up NotOnMart — an e-commerce platform for alternative livelihoods; acted as PMO for TraVival project, scripting 70+ educational training videos on sustainable property.

Architectural Content Writer at Amphora

March 1, 2016 - Present

Wrote press releases and editorial content for global and UAE-platforms, including Milan Design Week, translating design concepts into clear, compelling narratives. Developed thought-led opinion pieces for leading architects and design firms in the UAE. Published in-depth feature articles by conducting interviews with designers.