Nirali Parekh Soni, an Assistant Professor at Anant, has passionately pursued her research on merging design education with the complex interactions of human behaviour and spatial storytelling. She explores how people interact with their environments and the stories that spaces tell. In her design and artistic endeavours, Nirali explores colour and culture, examining their profound effects on users and the spaces they inhabit. She seeks to uncover insights that inform more holistic and impactful design solutions through her research.

At Anant National University, Nirali is dedicated to crafting innovative teaching methods and utilising design thinking techniques to enhance students’ learning experiences. Her goal is to create an engaging atmosphere for learning while instructing courses in Foundational Design and Spatial Design.

Nirali holds a Post-graduate degree in Interior Design from Pacific University, Udaipur. Subsequently, she graduated with a degree in Interior Design from Arvindbhai Patel Institute of Environmental Design (APIED). She continues to upgrade her knowledge through online courses that create a horizon for design education and skills.

Before her tenure at Anant, Nirali held a full-time position at the Venus Institute of Design and Technology, now known as Swarnim Startup and Innovation University. In addition to her professional endeavours, she utilises interior design to express herself and craft personalised experiences. As a member of the Anant community, she had the opportunity to present a paper entitled ‘A Simple Complexity in a Smart City’ at Tel Aviv University following her participation in a summer course on Smart Cities in 2020.

Beyond academics, Nirali delves into exploring artworks with various concepts of colour and texture and their impact on Indian culture. Her solo exhibitions are widely acclaimed in the city. Additionally, she’s a passionate social media enthusiast who cherishes travelling and seizing every opportunity that crosses her path.