INDUSTRY CONCLAVE 2022

The IIAD Industry Conclave’s theme for this year, “Disruption and Opportunities'', explored the challenges and new avenues that have risen in the design industry owing to the ongoing pandemic. Professionals from renowned fashion brands and interior design firms along with academicians and alumni from IIAD participated in the conclave. The conclave followed the World Café format, where representatives of each company engaged with a cohort of students through group discussions. Students asked the fashion industry professionals varied questions on sustainability, green marketing, the rise of athleisure wear, metaverse, global certification in the fashion industry. Interior architecture students were interested in knowing more about the disparities between the way architectural/interior design is practised post the pandemic, the use of biodegradable materials, leveraging lightning speed algorithms to create complex structures and 3D models.

Mrinal Jain

Head of North India - Asmara Apparels India Pvt. Ltd. 

“As an expert from the Design Industry, I feel that “3D and going digital is the way forward in these disruptive times” This can become the change catalyst for the 21st century. Covid-19 has made us all realise the importance of sustainability and its contribution to society.”

Kavya Arora

Director - Femella 

“I would like to put some light on the supply chain issues which industries are facing in these uncertain times. Design thinking and human-centric approach towards development can make a difference in creating a better future for the design industry.”

Shivani Gupta

Principal Designer - Lalittya By Shivani Ayush

“All future designers should think of using artificial intelligence and emerging technologies, as it is going to play a crucial role in the world of design. Practical and studio-based learning will help all designers to be industry ready and carve their paths ahead in these disruptive times.”

Nishtha Duggal

Principal Architect - ConCreate Stories

 “I think fluidity in spaces is an important aspect in creating a better future for Interior Architecture & Design. Navigating through the ideas and thoughts of experienced professionals can make the journey easy and smooth to emerge stronger and wiser in this uncertainty.”