THE MAKING OF AIGLEMONTE
A Story of Vision, Faith, Innovation & Relentless Growth
My name is Armaan Bhayani, Founder of AIGLEMONTE.
Long before AIGLEMONTE became a business, it was an ambition.
Growing up, I was always fascinated by creativity, storytelling, technology, and the power of brands. While many were still discovering their interests, I knew I wanted to build my future in media, advertising, branding, and design.
During my school years at N.M. College, I immersed myself in motion graphics, video editing, and digital content creation. I spent countless hours teaching myself new software, studying advertisements, and experimenting with visual storytelling.
One of the very first motion graphic advertisements I ever created was a simple film for a Solidaire Pressure Cooker.
By today's standards, it was basic.
But every journey starts somewhere.
That project taught me a lesson I still carry today:
You don't need perfect resources to begin. You only need the courage to start.
To further develop my creative and entrepreneurial mindset, I joined Atlas SkillTech University (ISDI) and pursued Strategic Design Management (SDM). I chose SDM because I didn't want to simply become a designer—I wanted to understand business, branding, innovation, consumer psychology, and how great ideas become successful ventures.
What I didn't know then was that my university years would become the foundation of multiple businesses under the AIGLEMONTE umbrella.
THE DAY EVERYTHING CHANGED
Sometimes the most important decisions in life happen unexpectedly.
While riding home on my scooter, I looked up and saw an eagle soaring through the sky.
The image stayed with me.
To me, the eagle represented vision, ambition, leadership, and the ability to see beyond the horizon.
As I reflected on the kind of company I wanted to build, I drew inspiration from my faith, values, and the institutions that have influenced my life.
In particular, I was inspired by The Aiglemont Estate in Gouvieux, France, which serves as the primary residence and administrative headquarters of the Aga Khan, the spiritual leader of the worldwide Ismaili Muslim community.
The name resonated instantly.
- It stood for vision.
- Purpose. Elevation. Excellence.
- And the constant pursuit of something greater.
- Not as a registered business.
- Not as a company.
- But as an idea.
An idea that would eventually grow far beyond what I had imagined.
BUILDING FROM NOTHING
At the age of 18, I decided to officially register the business.
The journey wasn't smooth.
My GST application was rejected.
Then rejected again.
Then rejected a third time.
Most people would have taken it as a sign to stop.
I saw it as a test.
On the fourth attempt, it was approved.
That experience taught me one of the most important entrepreneurial lessons:
- Persistence will always outlast rejection.
- There were no investors.
- No shortcuts.
- No team.
Just belief, consistency, and a willingness to keep moving forward.
YEAR ONE
THE GIFTING CHAPTER
My first year at ISDI marked the beginning of AIGLEMONTE's gifting and branding division.
One of my earliest breakthroughs came when I secured a large-scale luxury wedding project at a prestigious five-star property in Jaipur.
The project involved premium gifting hampers, custom printables, personalized guest experiences, and large-scale branding execution.
For a first-year student, it was a defining moment.
Not because of the revenue.
But because it proved that age is never a limitation when quality, commitment, and execution speak for themselves.
What started as a single project soon evolved into the foundation of AIGLEMONTE's gifting and branding business.
YEAR TWO
BUILDING AERO
During my second year at ISDI, I became fascinated by an emerging technology that had the potential to transform the way people experience spaces.
Virtual Tours.
The idea was revolutionary.
Instead of viewing static images, people could experience a property almost as if they were physically standing inside it.
I immediately recognized the opportunity.
To pursue this vision, I invested in a professional 360° camera sourced from Japan and licensed industry-leading software from the United Kingdom.
Soon after, I secured my first project:
- La Cabana, Lonavala.
What began as an experiment quickly evolved into something much larger.
Today, that vision exists as AERO, a dedicated division under AIGLEMONTE focused on immersive virtual tours, digital twins, interactive experiences, and next-generation property visualization.
YEAR THREE
TAKING FLIGHT
As AIGLEMONTE continued to grow, I wanted to push visual storytelling even further.
To achieve that, I earned my DGCA Approved Drone Pilot License and invested in a professional drone system for commercial operations.
This wasn't simply about aerial photography.
It was about unlocking new creative possibilities.
From luxury villas and resorts to real estate developments and commercial projects, drone technology allowed us to capture perspectives that traditional media simply couldn't.
AIGLEMONTE was no longer just creating content.
We were creating experiences.
YEAR FOUR
THE NEXT EVOLUTION
Today, while completing my final year at ISDI, I am preparing for one of AIGLEMONTE's biggest milestones yet.
The launch of a full-scale Branding & Corporate Gifting Platform featuring more than 100+ carefully curated products designed for modern businesses, luxury brands, events, hospitality, and corporate clients.
What started with a handful of custom hampers is now evolving into a dedicated ecosystem built around branding, gifting, packaging, and memorable experiences.
And this is only the beginning.
RECOGNITION
Throughout this journey, I have been fortunate to receive recognition for my work and entrepreneurial efforts.
I was honored to receive the Young Entrepreneur Award from Dr. Indu Shahani, Founding President & Chancellor of Atlas SkillTech University, for two consecutive years.
These awards were not simply recognition of business growth.
They were a reminder that perseverance, creativity, and innovation create opportunities for those willing to take risks.
GOING GLOBAL
What began as a local freelance venture has now expanded beyond borders.
Today, AIGLEMONTE serves clients and projects across:
- 🇦🇺 Australia
- 🇬🇧 United Kingdom
- 🇦🇪 Dubai
This international expansion represents an important milestone in our journey and reinforces our vision of building a globally recognized creative company rooted in innovation, storytelling, and design excellence.
A FAMILY LEGACY MEETS A NEW GENERATION
One of the most meaningful moments in this journey came when my father joined AIGLEMONTE.
With over 30 years of experience in advertising, commercial product photography, graphic design, print media, and digital media, he brings a wealth of knowledge, industry expertise, and creative insight.
Together, we combine two generations of experience:
- His decades of industry knowledge.
- My vision for the future.
- A partnership built on trust, creativity, and a shared commitment to excellence.
THIS IS ONLY THE BEGINNING
- From a student experimenting with motion graphics...
- To launching a gifting business...
- To building AERO...
- To earning a DGCA drone license...
- To expanding internationally...
- To preparing the next chapter of AIGLEMONTE...
The journey continues.
I am constantly looking forward to meeting new people, building meaningful partnerships, collaborating with ambitious brands, and shaking hands with those who believe in creating something extraordinary.
Because AIGLEMONTE was never created to be just another company.
It was created to build, innovate, and inspire.
And no matter how far we've come, I still believe the best chapter of this story has yet to be written.
— Armaan Bhayani
Founder & Creative Director
AIGLEMONTE
