Meet the
Design Team

Our growing team at AVD is fiercely passionate about design. While every individual brings a unique aesthetic to the office, we all share the same passion for collaboration and exceeding our clients’ expectations.

  • Creative Director, Alykhan Velji Designs

    As the visionary behind Alykhan Velji Designs, Alykhan Velji has built a renowned boutique design firm that has evolved into a celebrated lifestyle brand. With over 15 years of experience in the design industry, Alykhan has become a dynamic force in the Canadian design scene, known for infusing every project with energy, originality, and a keen eye for timeless style.

    A master of blending diverse design styles, textures, and patterns, Alykhan approaches each project with a unique ability to push creative boundaries while ensuring the end result is both personalized and enduring. His designs go beyond fleeting trends, offering thoughtful, curated interiors that resonate with clients and stand the test of time.

    Specializing in both residential and commercial projects, Alykhan has also gained prominence in the Canadian television landscape, establishing himself as a trusted expert in design. His work has been featured in top-tier publications such as AD India, Dezeen, Domino, House & Home, Style at Home, The Globe and Mail, and WL. His designs have earned numerous accolades, including a recent recognition as one of Canada’s Top 100 Design Firms by House & Home Magazine (2024).

    In addition to his work in interior design, Alykhan has successfully expanded his brand through a series of high-profile collaborations. His curated collections—such as the AFERA rug collection (2014), the SALVAGE furniture collection made from reclaimed wood (2016), and the Modern India furniture line with Moblia (2019)—are a testament to his ability to merge creativity with sustainability and craftsmanship. More recently, he launched the Wanderlust collection with Urban Barn (2023), two wallpaper collections with Roll Out, and is set to debut the Modern Heritage collection with SILVA in the coming year.

    Alykhan's belief that good design is a lifestyle that should be accessible to all is the cornerstone of his work. His interiors are not only visually striking but are designed to be welcoming, functional, and enduringly stylish, making them approachable for clients with diverse tastes and needs. With a distinctive blend of innovation and practicality, Alykhan Velji continues to redefine the intersection of design, lifestyle, and culture.

  • DESIGN DIRECTOR (B.I.D, B.A.TECH)

    Alison completed her Bachelor of Interior Design degree through Yorkville University and a Bachelor of Applied Technology from Conestoga College in 2013. Her love of travel and experiencing new places inspires her broad sense of design. She loves to mix different design styles to create eclectic, energetic and surprising interiors. Alison grew up in Cottage Country in Northern Ontario and she remains a lover of the outdoors, especially being near (or in) the water.

  • INTERIOR DESIGNER (B.I.D.)

    Megan was born in Winnipeg but has spent most of her life in Calgary, making her an amazing source for recommendations on the city’s best coffee, top new places to dine, and of course design shops to browse. She is constantly taking inspiration from her surroundings and loves mixing patterns, textures and tones to create unique designs – ones that bring families together. When she’s not nose-down in client work she’s more than happy to share her take on what’s brewing on her favourite reality show: Love Island.

  • INTERIOR DESIGNER (B.I.D.)

    Earning both a Diploma in Business Administration from Regina and an Interior Design Degree from Mount Royal University, Rebecca combines her analytical and artistic sides to design functionally beautiful spaces. She loves to create inviting rooms that are often inspired by the colours and textures she sees in nature – either from her travels to Ireland and Scotland, or regular outings with her beloved Papillon, Emmy.

  • INTERIOR DESIGNER

    Anjali Gohil-Desai joined the AVD team in 2024. Originally from Surat, also known as “The Silk City” of Western India, Anjali found her passion for design with the help of her dynamic mother - a talented singer and events manager who always encouraged her creatively. Anjali completed her design training at CEPT University in Ahmedabad before moving to Canada and calling Calgary home - a decision largely based on her love of the mountains. In addition to exploring the Rockies, Anjali also enjoys the colourful world of anime film and spending time with her pup, Muffin.