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- MAD Architects -

Founded by Ma Yansong in 2004, MAD Architects is led by Ma Yansong, Dang Qun, and Yosuke Hayano. It is committed to developing futuristic, organic, technologically advanced designs that embody a contemporary interpretation of the Eastern affinity for nature. With a vision for the city of the future based in the spiritual and emotional needs of residents, MAD endeavors to create a balance between humanity, the city, and the enviroment. MAD's projects encompass urban planning, urban complexes, municipal buildings, museums, theaters, concert halls, and housing, as well as art and design.
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Amit Gupta

Founder and Editor-in-Chief STIR

Amit is a creative thinker and curator in the field of architecture, design and art. He has worked over 3 decades breaking down barriers between creative disciplines while inventing ways to encourage cross-disciplinary debate, discourse and collaboration. He founded STIR as a media house and curatorial agency that strives to examine and amplify creativity of courage, diversity and respect, from world over.

 

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Samta Nadeem

Curatorial Director STIR

Samta's interdisciplinary background equips her with a keen perspective on creative cultures and how they intertwine with contemporary complexities. A lighting designer, curator, critical thinker and creative director, she is passionate about engaging with issues of social and environmental injustice through design and discourse. Samta leads curatorial programming and communications at STIR.

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