10 Year Journey
10 Year
Journey
The hands-on, industry-integrated curriculum doesn’t just shape skilled designers—it cultivates entrepreneurial leaders who redefine the design industry. Among them is Anas Sheikh, founder of the fashion brand 23°N 69°E, celebrated for celebrity endorsements and features in Vogue and Grazia. Parul Gupta, founder of Yuga Clothing, Paridhi Dhariwal of Onclickcloset, Mehul Sethi of Remax Studio, and Simran Bhatia of The Good Room Homes are all trailblazing alumni whose brands are making waves, exemplifying the power of innovation and entrepreneurial vision.
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Showcasing a commitment to creative excellence, Interior Architecture and Design students have set a benchmark by winning top honours at The Park Elle Decor Student Contest for two consecutive years. In 2023, Isha Gupta’s “Craft Integration - Experiential Spaces” and Nitika Jain’s “NVR Experience” were celebrated for their seamless blend of tradition and innovation. In 2024, Rashika Lungani won for her project “Re-Imagining Heritage” which reimagined the Garden Pavilion at Sunder Nursery, Delhi, as a “Peacock Secret Garden”, redefining heritage conservation through a sense of contemporary functionality.
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In 2015, a group of visionary educators and professionals set out to bridge the gap between academia and the design industry. Today, this vision has evolved into a thriving network of over 500+ industry partners who actively contribute as mentors, recruiters, and curriculum advisors, shaping the future of design education. Anchoring this journey are flagship events like UNFOLD: Annual Graduate Show, Industry Conclave, Luxury Symposium, and Pi Legacies, which bring together diverse perspectives to strengthen an ever-growing community.
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For over a decade, IIAD has transformed design education through innovative project-based learning, a collaborative studio culture and strong industry connections. The institute has been recognised as the 'Leading Design College 2024' and 'Excellence in Design Education 2021' by the Economic Times, 'Best College of the Year 2022' and 'Design College of the Year 2020' by Silicon India, and 'Best Communication Design College in India 2021' by Asia Today cementing its position as the leader in design education.
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Global achievements reflect a strong creative vision rooted in culture. Kanika Aggarwal (Interior Architecture, 2017–23) earned a Guinness World Record in 2021 for the largest non-identical paper doll collection. Shreya Arora (Communication Design, 2018–22) won Best Script at LA’s Women’s Independent Film Festival in 2023. In 2024, Fashion students Sanskriti Maheshwari and Naseeb Sihag reached the prestigious World of Wearable Arts finals in 2024, while Nanki Ghuman received top honours at the Mokkho International Film Festival for her Gond Art-inspired project.
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Communication Design graduates have crafted their own success stories in just a decade. Amartya Chakraborty’s work on the Raisina Dialogue 2024 brand highlights the continued impact of these talented graduates. Sreeram Jayaram won the Animation Xpress ANN Award (2023) for The Day My Dad Arrives, while Tarika Jain’s Suni Sunai earned a 24FPS nomination. Arjun Yadav’s Covid-19 visual identity triumphed at IIT-Bombay’s 2020 D'Source Challenge. In 2024, Harshul Grover, Gaanya Singh, and Vanshika Yogendra gained recognition for their climate-focused designs for the same competition.
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COMMITMENT TO
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Communication Design students led the landmark digitisation of National Museum galleries—deploying 270° projections, OLEDs, holograms, rotoscope films, interactive ponds and multi-touch walls to reanimate heritage. The exhibits are open to the public, offering an immersive experience for all to explore and engage with history like never before.
Know MoreIn collaboration with AKTC (Aga Khan Trust for Culture), Interior Architecture & Design students proposed and exhibited ways to re-engage visitors with heritage monuments at Sunder Nursery—transforming them into vibrant public spaces through immersive, non-intrusive installations rooted in research, storytelling and inclusive design thinking.
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Interior Architecture & Design students reimagined Delhi’s Pink Toilets to advance gender equity—combining inclusive infrastructure, hygiene literacy and accessibility to make public spaces safer for all women.
Know MoreAt Serendipity Arts Festival 2023, Communication Design students used branding systems to craft visual identities—designing maps, menus, packaging and postcards that celebrated Goan rural heritage through immersive, research-led storytelling with a contemporary aesthetic.
Know MoreAs part of IIAD’s ongoing commitment to social responsibility and sustainable design, Communication Design students exhibited their installations at Select Citywalk. These thought-provoking works addressed the pressing issue of plastic consumption, using design as a catalyst for social change.
Know MoreKheta, a reversible embroidery by Shershabadi women of Kishanganj and Bihar, was brought to the national spotlight as IIAD students from different departments collaborated to document, design and finally exhibit this cultural legacy at Delhi’s National Crafts Museum.
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Interior Architecture & Design students created the "Shamiana" installation at the Red Fort, merging traditional craftsmanship with modern design. The project highlights India’s artisanal legacy and the role of design in preserving heritage while fostering innovation.
Know MoreIn partnership with the Ishara Puppet Theatre Trust, IIAD students from all disciplines designed and exhibited 11 public installations at the India Habitat Centre—honouring 20 years of a global puppetry festival. The project fostered community dialogue, cross-cultural exchange and design-driven public engagement.
Know MoreIn partnership with Folklogue Studios, IIAD students produced animated shorts that reimagine India’s folktales—from empowering women’s narratives to regional lore. This initiative aimed to preserve cultural heritage, amplify community voices and bring traditional stories to digital audiences.
Know MoreThe annual Denim Project is a celebration of craftsmanship, sustainability and history. Each year, Fashion Design students dive deep into the journey of denim, from hand-spinning cotton to creating upcycled garments, while making a lasting impact on the environment and community.
Know MoreOVER THE years
10 STORIES OF
Impact
“It has been incredible to see how things have evolved with IIAD over time. The standards are exceptional, and the level of experimentation is remarkable. What’s even more exciting is how it continues to grow organically—a true measure of success.”
“I see a very strong sense of confidence coming from the students of IIAD. I think it is wonderful. There is a hunger to be a part of the creative industry”
“This is the place where the next generation of designers are being trained”
“It’s overwhelming to see the diversity at IIAD with students coming from all cities and how they’ve interpreted their upbringing in their designs. I wish I had studied like this”
“I think a lot of colleges should really learn from IIAD’s Industry Conclave. I feel this is very cool as to what IIAD is doing”
“The work you are doing is essential because you are shaping how we experience the world around us”
“Students these days are well-informed and it was great to hear that the students are aware of the practical problems that the industry is facing”
“There's seriously something right happening at the education and the skill set that's been parted in the four years at IIAD. These students are profession ready.”
“I have really enjoyed looking at the detail, the attention and the diligence with which a lot of the work has been done”
Industry-integrated academic initiatives bring the industry into direct conversation with students, helping bridge this gap—giving students a clearer insight into the opportunities that await them beyond campus.