Vishesh Khetawat

Mr. Vishesh Khetawat is an architect with a keen eye for detail and a pursuit of perfection. With a diverse background in design, including architecture, lighting design, interior design, and material experimentation, he has worked in various design firms for three years, honing his skills and expertise.

Mr. Khetawat participated in DesignX at the School of Architecture and Planning, MIT Boston, where he presented his co-founded idea of Kumej—a light, collapsible floor-seater designed primarily for underprivileged students. This concept received recognition and support, winning a seed grant and mentorship from IIHS, Bangalore, and securing fellowships and competition awards at MIT, Boston.

Throughout his career, Mr. Khetawat has gained valuable experience by freelancing at Bijoy Jain Studio, working as a senior designer at Arjun Rathi Design Studio, and engaging in other notable projects. He has received several awards and accolades, including being a winner of the MIT Ideas Global Challenge, receiving support from the MIT Sandbox Innovation Fund, and the MIT Legatum Seed Grant for his work on Kumej.