There are many Pakistanis who have made us proud globally. And the good news is that recently, Lahore-based architects and interior designers Zayd Bilgrami, Akeel Bilgrami, Sarah Najmi-Bilgrami and Ahsan Najmi of the Najmi-Bilgrami Cooperative (Pvt) Limited (NBCL) have been honoured by the magazine ‘Architectural Digest’, India, at their second annual coveted list of the ‘50 Most Influential Names in Architecture & Design for 2015’. We all know that Sarah, Zayd and Ahsan are also the creative forces behind premium home couture brand YOCA in Pakistan that was established in 2006. YOCA’s products are inspired by high-end design where each piece is uniquely conceived from universal inspirations. The honour was conferred upon the team in a special ceremony that was held at the JW Marriott Aerocity in New Delhi. The final 50 have been selected from over 200 firms.
Speaking about their success, Zayd, Sarah, Akeel and Ahsan said, “We are ecstatic to have been chosen by a publication that is considered to be the foremost authority on architecture and design. To be able to represent Pakistan on a global forum is truly a humbling experience. Hopefully this will open the door to international interest in the incredible amount of talent present in Pakistan.”
Way to go guys!
- K.A.I