In the world of F&B design, Sona Mantri stands out as a beacon of positivity, choosing clients based on energy rather than project size or budget. As the founder of Sprinteriors, she has been crafting immersive restaurant spaces that resonate deeply with brand identities for over 25 years. Sona’s career is marked by her significant contributions as Managing Director at Desarch Designs and Enterprises, where she led projects for clients like Reliance, Future Group, Aditya Birla, Provogue, Shoppers Stop etc among others, where she delivered high-quality designs for Retail as well as F&B giants such as Pizza Hut, KFC, Taco Bell, and Starbucks.
Sona’s approach to design is defined by her core values of accessibility and empathy. She is renowned for treating all clients with equal dedication, ensuring that every project, regardless of size & budget, receives the teams and her utmost attention and expertise. Her ability to create spaces that transcend mere aesthetics and address underlying needs has garnered her widespread admiration and numerous awards, including the Ubuntu Award for Women Entrepreneurs and the Taco Bell Award for Design, Pizza Hut and Burger King awards for Preferred Partners etc.
Sona has achieved significant milestones, such as establishing the first outlets for global brands like Burger King, Carl’s Jr, Subway, KFC and Taco Bell in India. Her professional journey is a testament to her vision of streamlining restaurant building processes through the integration of advanced technology and indigenous tools. She champions AI and tech-enabled design solutions, as exemplified by FlatPackCo’s modular fit-out systems and the PMC tool for efficient project management.
Raised near Bangalore, Karnataka, Sona brings a blend of cultural richness and modern sophistication to her designs. Her personal interests in travel, wellness, and global aesthetics enrich her creative process, allowing her to infuse each project with unique character and charm.
