diploma project

Table Top Collection in Metal

The project aimed at designing a table-top collection for traditional Indian festivals and weddings. Taking its inspiration from 'ghungroos' (musical anklets), it targeted Non Resident Indians and had to provide the ultimate experience in metal craft, art, and design; with a clear objective of intellectual and material sustainability.

The project was an exercise in understanding all aspects of forms and materials, including international trends, export markets, manufacturing processes, and detailing. It attempted to understand the lifestyle preferences of target consumers. This information and its analysis facilitated ideation and product variations in the design process. Five possible customer segments were identified on the basis of research. The themes presented to the design team were Marigold, Ghunghroo, Taj Mahal, Rudraksha, and Palatial Architecture of Rajasthan. Final deliverables included a centerpiece bowl, nut bowl, photo frame, jewellery box , toasting flute, ceremonial plate, votive and ‘bandhanwar.’

class room project

Indian Railway ‘green trolley’ management system