Retail4Growth presents ‘Young Women Disruptors of Retail Design 2026’
By Retail4Growth Bureau | March 12, 2026
Retail4Growth is proud to present the winners of 'Young Women Disruptors of Retail Design 2026' contest, powered by INSYNC Shop Fittings. This initiative spotlights emerging talent aged 35 and under, drawn from design agencies, retailers, and brands, who are redefining retail experiences of today and shaping the landscape of tomorrow.
Retail4Growth, as an online publication, has always been dedicated to the world of retail with a special focus on store design and experience. This year, we set out to celebrate two things close to our heart: the young, rising talent shaping the future of retail design, and the remarkable women leading that charge.
In the spirit of March - a month dedicated to recognising women globally — Retail4Growth is proud to announce the winners of Young Women Disruptors of Retail Design 2026, powered by INSYNC Shop Fittings. This initiative spotlights emerging talent aged 35 and under, drawn from design agencies, retailers, and brands, who are redefining retail experiences of today and shaping the landscape of tomorrow.
From driving projects that deliver not just visual impact but real business growth, to nurturing teams with equal parts motivation and empathy - these young women do it all. They navigate complex stakeholder dynamics, champion their designs through every stage of implementation, and show up on the ground to ensure every detail is realised as intended. The multitasking is real, and we salute them for their grit, power and great skills in transforming retail shops into immersive brand spaces.
Congratulations to our Young Women Disruptors of Retail Design 2026, here are the winners. We will be highlighting each of these rising stars individually throughout March 2026, stay tuned!
- Jyoti Kumari – Senior Manager, Visual Merchandising, Technosport
- Keerthi Reddy – Senior Architect / Concept Head, Retail Design Solutions OPC Private Limited
- Keerthana Ashokan – Design Lead, Saran Associates Atelier Pvt Ltd.
- Khushali Ghatalia – Design Director, Landor
- Manon Foucraut – Head of Design, Restore Design
- Nidhi Vinod – Lead Retail Designer, Flowchart Retail Consultancy
- Pratheeksha Unnikrishnan – Senior Projects Lead, FRDC (Future Research Design Company)
- Ritisha – Interior Designer, Atelier Svana
- Sinjinee Jana – Senior Interior Designer, Sync Design Studio
- Sonam Ratnawat – Founding Partner, Rarefuture
