Unmesh Kelkar | Explore

In this episode, Unmesh Kelkar, a project designer in Corgan’s Aviation Studio, takes us through New York, Berlin, Paris, and Barcelona to explore some of the most visited and iconic privately owned public spaces (POPS) in the world. Funded through Corgan’s Explore program, which encourages architects and designers to travel to destinations of their choice and immerse themselves in the study of architectural and interior design subjects, Unmesh was selected to be the 2023 recipient of this prestigious award.

Unmesh discusses his enlightening and entertaining findings, comparing the history, culture, and human behavior that influence the design of public spaces. He says, “As designers, the smallest moves we make can positively impact the urban environment.” Join us on this fascinating discovery of people and places and how public spaces ─ from parks and plazas to open-air markets and pedestrian walkways ─ improve our urban fabric and bind us together.