Pinakin Patel on Architecture & Why Modern Homes Feel Soulless?

What makes a home truly beautiful? Why do modern luxury spaces feel so impersonal?And what does it mean to live in harmony with nature in today’s world? In this deeply reflective episode of Not Your Aunty, Shunali Shroff sits down with legendary designer and self-taught architect Pinakin Patel for a conversation that goes far beyond architecture. From walking away from the family petrochemical business to building some of India’s most iconic homes, Pinakin shares stories about creativity, patronage, art collecting, Alibaug, Advaita philosophy, sustainability, and the disappearance of permanence in modern life. He speaks candidly about: Why today’s luxury apartments all look the same The problem with glass buildings and “Pinterest homes” His journey into architecture without formal training Working with powerful patrons like the Bajaj and Emami families Art becoming a commodity Why nature should shape our homes—not the other way around Living a quieter life in Alibaug And his beautiful definition of luxury This episode is thoughtful, philosophical, funny, and deeply relevant to the times we live in. 🎙️ Not Your Aunty Podcast with Shunali Shroff 📍 New episodes every week #PinakinPatel #ShunaliShroff #NotYourAunty #Architecture #IndianDesign #LuxuryHomes #ArtCollectors #InteriorDesign #Alibaug #Advaita #IndianArchitecture #PodcastIndia About Us: 🌟 Not Your Aunty Podcast 🎙️ | Parenting 👪 Relationships 💑 Body Positivity 💛 Get ready to laugh out loud with the hilarious "Not Your Aunty" podcast! Hosted by the dynamic duo Kiran Manral and Shunali Shroff, this show tackles topics like parenting, relationships, social media, and societal expectations with wit, humor, and relatable stories. 👉 Discover fresh perspectives on careers, body image, and relationships 👉 Unwind with entertaining banter and comedic timing 👉 Dismantle stereotypes and embrace body positivity Join Kiran and Shunali as they navigate the roller coaster of life, offering laughter and warmth with every episode. Subscribe now for a weekly dose of fun and honesty! #NotYourAuntyPodcast #ParentingPodcast #RelationshipAdvice #BodyPositivity #ComedyPodcast DISCLAIMER: The views, information, or opinions expressed during this podcast are solely those of the guests appearing on the podcast and do not reflect the views of Host (s) or Ideabrew Solutions Pvt. Ltd. (Ideabrew Studios). Ideabrew Solutions Pvt. Ltd., the hosts, and its respective parents, subsidiaries, affiliates, successors, assigns, employees, agents, directors, officers, and shareholders do not assume any liability or responsibility, nor do they endorse the views, information, or opinions expressed by the guest. Under no circumstances will Ideabrew Solutions Pvt. Ltd. or the hosts assume direct or indirect responsibility or liability arising from the views, information, or opinions expressed by the guest, including but not limited to claims for defamation, libel, slander, infringement, invasion of privacy and publicity rights, obscenity, pornography, profanity, fraud, or misrepresentation. Ideabrew Solutions Pvt. Ltd. or the hosts have no control over or endorsement of the views, information, or opinions expressed by the guest. They serve merely as distributors/interviewers, acting as passive conduits for the distribution of this podcast. Ideabrew Solutions Pvt. Ltd. or Hosts do not warrant that the views, information, or opinions expressed in the podcast are accurate, complete, or true. Any views or opinions expressed in the podcast are not intended to malign any religion, ethnic group, club, organization, or individual.