Ar. Dhruv Chaliawala is Principal Partner and Project Lead at Essteam Design Services LLP. A graduate in Architecture from APIED, Vidyanagar (2018), he began his professional journey with an internship at SAOTA in 2016 and has been associated with Essteam since 2019, becoming a Partner in 2024.

Dhruv has worked on projects of varying scales across multiple cities including Surat, Vadodara, Ahmedabad, Vizag, Delhi, Mumbai, Indore, Jaipur, Raipur, and Chennai. His portfolio spans retail, residential, and private office projects, where he has contributed to every stage of architectural design—from concept development to execution management.

His strengths include material knowledge and intricate detailing, high‑end and luxurious aesthetics, smart layouts for retail spaces with a strong understanding of business logic, and the ability to create accurate visualizations and simulations. Known for his capacity to handle fast‑track projects under pressure, Dhruv brings precision and creativity to every assignment. Notable works include Rahul Dholakiya Residence, RDB_2, and B>MORE, reflecting his ability to craft spaces that are functional, beautiful, and timeless.