Sheifali Aggarwal: Winner – Women Leader in Residential Architecture & Interior Design | International Women Awards 2026
- Great Companies
- Mar 31
- 3 min read
The 8th International Women Awards 2026 by Great Companies celebrates women leaders who are redefining industries through creativity, resilience, and purpose-driven entrepreneurship.
Among this year’s distinguished winners is Sheifali Aggarwal, Founder of AGA:SHE – A Design Storistry, honored as Winner – Women Leader in Residential Architecture & Interior Design.
Based in Gurugram, India, Sheifali is building a design practice that goes beyond aesthetics—focusing on how people experience and live within their spaces.
Company Overview
Founder: Sheifali Aggarwal
Business: AGA:SHE – A Design Storistry
Location: Gurugram, India
Founded: 2024
Category: Residential Architecture & Interior Design
Industry: Architecture & Interior Design
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/studioagashe
Designing Homes That Tell a Story
AGA:SHE – A Design Storistry is a residential architecture and interior design studio offering end-to-end design and build solutions.
The firm specializes in:
Residential Architecture
Luxury Interior Design
Villas, Farmhouses & Weekend Homes
End-to-End Project Execution
With a strong belief that homes should reflect personal journeys, the studio focuses on creating bespoke, timeless, and story-led spaces that resonate with the people living in them.
More Than Design—A Seamless Experience
What sets AGA:SHE apart is its client-first, experience-driven approach.
Key differentiators include:
Acting as a single-point architectural and design anchor
Eliminating stress, confusion, and coordination challenges
Ensuring time efficiency and cost optimization
Delivering a smooth and enjoyable home-building journey
The philosophy is simple yet powerful:👉 It’s not just about designing homes—it’s about designing how you live in them.
A Journey Built on Passion and Persistence
With over 10+ years of experience in architecture and design, Sheifali has built her journey through:
Hands-on project experience
Creative exploration and design thinking
Strong project management and leadership skills
Her evolution into entrepreneurship reflects her desire to create a brand that combines creativity, personalization, and meaningful design experiences.
Overcoming Challenges with Determination
Operating in a traditionally male-dominated industry, Sheifali faced multiple challenges, including:
Establishing credibility as a woman architect
Navigating failures and setbacks
Building confidence and a distinct identity
Through perseverance and self-belief, she has emerged as a confident architect and entrepreneur, continuing to grow her vision with resilience.
Design Philosophy Rooted in Emotion and Experience
Sheifali’s approach to design is deeply rooted in:
Emotional connection with spaces
Personalization and storytelling
Creating environments that enhance everyday living
Her work transforms spaces into experiences—where design meets emotion and functionality.
Advice for Women Entrepreneurs
Sheifali shares a powerful and heartfelt message:
“Stay there. Don’t listen to the noise around you doubting you. Believe in yourself—your perseverance and willpower will make the universe align in your favor.”
Her advice reflects the importance of:
Self-belief
Consistency
Ignoring external doubts
The Future
AGA:SHE – A Design Storistry is focused on:
Expanding its footprint in luxury residential design
Creating more bespoke and experiential living spaces
Strengthening its identity as a story-led design brand
Delivering seamless, end-to-end design experiences
The vision is to build a brand that is known for timeless design, emotional connection, and exceptional client experience.
Official Recognition
Sheifali Aggarwal has been honored as the Winner – Women Leader in Residential Architecture & Interior Design at the 8th International Women Awards 2026 by Great Companies, recognizing her contribution to personalized and experience-driven design.
About the Awards
The International Women Awards by Great Companies celebrates women leaders who are driving innovation, impact, and excellence across industries worldwide.