In late 2014 Adi returned to India from his practice in the US to work with INI (then Stantec Consulting) in Ahmedabad. He brought with him his western sensibilities and methodologies combined with an innate love of things Indian, and appreciation of the vitality of modern architecture in India, from the masters to the budding younger practitioners. He served as a leader in INI’s multi-disciplinary design practice until 2019 and participated in the formation of INI and its ownership transition from Stantec. The office provides services in architecture, landscape architecture, interior design, urban planning, engineering, and project management consultancy, across India and internationally.

Adi has over 45 years of experience as an award-winning architect, and his portfolio of work is varied and extensive. Through the years he has been fortunate to work with renowned architects, designers and artists, and has gained a reputation for excellence in design and the ability to understand and work with diverse groups, both clients and colleagues.

After completing his Bachelor of Architecture at the University of Virginia, Adi held leadership positions in the US at Wolf Associates Architects (now Wolf Architecture), JN Pease Associates, and Mistri Hardaway Architects, where his work with excellent colleagues gained numerous commendations and design awards. He then continued as a leader and mentor at the new and vibrant INI Design Studio. His practice experience is broad and covers all aspects of the profession but centers on design and client engagement. He is a member of the American Institute of Architects (AIA) and a LEED Accredited Professional (LEED AP).

His work in architecture, interior design, planning and urban design for clients both public and private includes Government, Commercial, Corporate, Education, Health + Wellness, Hospitality, Residential, Science + Technology, Entertainment and Retail. Project types range from corporate high rise to interiors for entrepreneurs. Adi and his INI team seek to create projects that are remarkable for their comprehensive response to needs, environmental sensibilities, and beauty born of locale and function, at a reasonable cost. He has demonstrated and nurtured in design teams the need for team-playing as well as individual expression and dedication.

In 2019 Adi retired from active practice at INI and moved to Portugal, where he maintains his connection and great interest in the firm’s remarkable growth and achievements.