Meet Pulkit Jain, a designer, urban planner, and global citizen whose journey from traditional Indian architectural roots to the dynamic planning landscape of the United States has shaped a singular, deeply grounded perspective on design and community.
Rooted in Tradition, Growing Globally
With 10 years of architectural experience and a degree in design from one of India’s oldest architectural institutions, Pulkit began his career steeped in a legacy of traditional craftsmanship. But his professional path quickly expanded across borders. From working on international projects in India, Singapore, Myanmar, England, and the United States, he grew adept at navigating cultural nuances and time zones. This exposure sharpened his respect for clear, efficient communication—a skill he now considers central to both project management and client relationships across Sizemore Group.
“Working across continents taught me to be clear, respectful, and transparent,” he says. “There’s a universal need for people to feel heard—and that’s where good design begins.”
Bridging Worlds Through Design
After 8 years of professional practice in India, he moved to the U.S. at age 30 to pursue a master’s in urban design at Georgia Tech, graduating during a time of global transition. This blend of traditional Indian training and international exposure forms the bedrock of his approach: design that honors context, embraces collaboration, and aims for a visually and functionally strong end product.
Today, he brings that expansive worldview to projects across the Atlanta metro. Whether facilitating community workshops or leading complex zoning updates, he thrives on creating spaces where diverse voices intersect.
Inspired by Masters, Driven by Community
He cites giants like Le Corbusier, Norman Foster, and his mentor Professor Ellen Dunham-Jones as influences—not just for their design philosophies, but for their work ethic and global perspectives. His admiration for Le Corbusier is rooted in the latter’s involvement in planning Chandigarh, a city in India that embodies the potential of architecture as a vehicle for nation-building.
Yet his work is as much about people as it is about plans. From Clayton County’s zoning rewrite (ongoing through 2027) to transit discussions in the City of South Fulton, he’s been present at dozens of community meetings, interpreting public input while educating residents on planning realities.
“It’s important for people to understand what’s possible—and why,” he shares. “Communication isn’t just about presenting; it’s about listening deeply and responding thoughtfully.”
Building Culture, On and Off the Clock
Beyond his technical strengths—project management, consistent communication, and on-time delivery—Pulkit is known for fostering positive office culture. He’s the one who’ll suggest grabbing a drink after work, organize a bike ride, or share stories from his latest travels: Goa’s beaches, Scotland’s isles, or a quiet stretch of the English cliffs.
His hobbies? Biking to work, exploring cities and backroads, hiking, and connecting casually over a good conversation. “I believe in bringing joy to the workspace,” he says. “Design is collaborative—not just in the studio, but as part of a community.”
A Planner with Heart
As an affiliate of India’s Council of Architecture, with deep experience in community facilitation, Pulkit is as committed to people as he is to projects. From crafting maps and presentations to guiding residents through zoning jargon, he embodies the human side of planning: patient, communicative, and always curious.
Sustainably bridging continents, cultures, and communities, he’s a model for what global design thinking looks like—rooted in tradition, expanded by experience, and focused on what’s possible when we truly listen.