Karl Singporewala: Cosmos, Memory, Scale

The 2025 SOAS Artist-in-Residence Fellowship of the Shapoorji Pallonji Institute of Zoroastrian Studies presents a new major solo exhibition of Karl Singporewala’s sculptural interpretations of Zoroastrian symbolism. The exhibition features large-scale installations and new and past artworks from his catalogue which explore his heritage through art and architectural form. It will also showcase historic objects on loan from cultural institutions and private collectors.

Opening times

The exhibition is open from 9th October - 13th December 2025, Tuesday – Saturday (10:30am to 5:00pm) and late on Thursdays until 8:00pm. The roof garden is open whenever the exhibitions are open. 

About the exhibition 

The inaugural Artist-in-Residence Fellowship Shapoorji Pallonji Institute of Zoroastrian Studies presents an exhibition by Karl Singporewala, a British-born Parsi architect and artist celebrated for his innovative approach to architectural and sculptural practices. 

This exhibition delves into the rich visual language of Zoroastrian symbolism, motifs and iconography, offering fresh interpretations on heritage, memory and material culture through monumental installations and new research-based artworks developed during Singporewala’s fellowship at SOAS.

The curatorial team

• Nafiseh Ansari (SOAS MPhil Student, History, Religions and Philosophies)
• Dominika Miriam Chmielewska (SOAS student, BA World Philosophies)
• Imogen Edwards (Executive Officer, SOAS Shapoorji Pallonji Institute of Zoroastrian Studies)
• Mariano Errichiello (Co-Chair and Executive Director, SOAS Shapoorji Pallonji Institute of Zoroastrian Studies)
• Danielle Khleang (SOAS student, MA History of Art and Archaeology)
• Shiva Mihan (Assistant Keeper, British Museum)
• Yousef Moradi (Research Fellow, SOAS)
• Asmara Rabier (SOAS student, MA Curating Cultures)
• Karl Singporewala (Inaugural Artist-in-Residence, SOAS Shapoorji Pallonji Institute of Zoroastrian Studies)
• Athena Valdes (SOAS Communications Intern)

Karl Singporewala is a Royal Academician at the Royal West of England Academy of Art. His artistic practice bridges architectural and sculptural disciplines. Singporewala’s practice is shaped by his Zoroastrian Parsi heritage, and his works often explore themes of identity, materiality, and enduring tensions between tradition and modernity. 

Utilising modern techniques such as computer-aided design, laser cutting, photo etching, and 3D printing, his work offers a unique opportunity to experience Zoroastrian heritage through an artistic lens. His art has been exhibited internationally, including at the Saatchi Gallery, Royal Academy of Arts, New York Institute of Technology and the Onassis Cultural Centre Athens.

With generous support from: 

SOAS Gallery 
British Institute of Persian Studies 
The British Museum 
Victoria and Albert Museum  
Zeena Ralph Memorial Trust 
Theatre Centre 
Creative Crawley 
Champion 3D 
Cake Industries 
Royal West of England Academy of Art