Congratulations to our batch 2018-22 of B.Des (Humanising Technology) Our students win again. Winners in Game Design category and any design category organized by D’Source-DIC, BHU SDGs Design Challenge (DDSDC)
There were 800 entries with over 1000 participants from 25 countries
This time for the Student runner up for the Social Impact Category at Core77 Design Awards 2020, won by our third year , B.Des. Humanising Technology students, Arushi Shukla, Damiya Jaswani and Shweta Mandwale for the project titled, “Magnetic Tiles/Cement to aid the visually impaired” The selection was from a pool of entries from over 49+ countries.
The jury panel consisted of Rebecca Hui, Founder of Roots Studio. Joining her on the panel were Antionette Carroll, Founder, President & CEO of Creative Reaction Lab, Daanish Masood, Political and Peace Building Lead at the United Nations, and Kotchakorn Voraakhom, Founder & CEO of Porous City Network.
The winning team of the QED 2020, a competition by Anant National University are our students of the B. Des Humanising technology program, Anuya Desai and Preshita Deshmukh. Their sustainable fashion project titled ‘Circular Fashion’ aims to integrate circularity in fashion by encouraging users to utilize their clothing for longer, instead of constantly purchasing.
This project was chosen from 100+ entries from across India through three tough rounds of elimination. The jury panel consisted of Architects Anubha Kakroo and Amit Gulati as well as Sustainability Champion Miniya Chatterji.
The competition aimed to give solutionists a platform to showcase work, that is innovative and sustainable in social and environmental areas. This winning project was awarded a cash prize of Rs. 75000
Our students of Humanising Technology program win yet again! The Team Fireflies reached the TOP 3 Winners at Social Impact Challenge (SIC) 2019-20 in the Dream Awards 2020 event. They were competing with 15 teams across 10+ renowned colleges of Mumbai to uplift bring a change in the social enterprise industry of Maharashtra, India.
The jury at Dream Awards 2020 comprised of 07 esteemed educators, deans, nationwide social impact workers, entrepreneurs, consultants and founders of various firms. Both the SIC competition and Dream Award 2020 was organized by Connecting Dreams Foundation (CDF). The competition was partnered and supported by Power Finance Corporation, Atal Incubation Centre, Rambahu Malgi Prabodhini, Keshav Shrusti Gram Vikas Yojna, Bharat Heavy Electricals Limited, University of Mumbai and National Service Scheme.
Our students were the top 30 finalists of the UMO Design Social Innovation Challenge, from 250+ entries from all over the world were our own team from the second-year- B.Des. Humanising technology program
The jury consisted of 7-member team consisting of esteemed designers and innovators from India and abroad.
Our students win yet again! Winners in the Game Design & Communication Design category of the D'source International Corona Design Challenge Their entries were selected from a pool of 1254 entries with over 2000 participants from 52 countries.
The jury panel consisted of around 40 designers, educators, design thinkers, and practitioners from different countries. The competition was organized by IDC School of Design, IIT Bombay, D'source, and DesignIndia.net and supported by Cumulus, International Council of Design (ico-D), World Design Organisation (WDO), Banaras Hindu University and IIT Guwahati
Congratulations to our first batch 2017-21 of B.Des(Humanising Technology). Sweeping the top positions in two categories and a special mention in the third. Three of the four teams that participated won! Students from B.Des (Humanising technology) participated in four different categories.
Experience a holistic approach to education that nurtures students' learning, social, and emotional needs, especially during challenging times. NMIMS School of Design proudly welcomes the new torch-bearers of the B.Des (Humanising Technology) program at this year's inaugural function for the batch of 2022-2026. The ceremony was graced by esteemed guests including Dr. Sharad Mhaiskar, PVC, Dr. Meena C, PVC, Dr. H Ravishankar Kamath, Registrar, Prof. Manisha Phadke, Founding Director of NMIMS SOD, and our esteemed Chief Guest, Mr. Saurabh Gupta, Co-Founder of ZEUX Innovation & Loopify, who delivered inspiring addresses to our new students.
On June 29, 2022, NMIMS School of Design celebrated the 'World Industrial Design Day' (WIDD) with an engaging and interactive session. Faculty members and students came together to explore the fascinating Evolution of Industrial Design, resulting in a truly enriching learning experience. To infuse an element of fun into the celebration, a captivating design quiz was organized, adding excitement and enjoyment to the event.
"The Lens Story," NMIMS SOD's photography competition, witnessed a breath-taking display of talent as our first and second-year students submitted their remarkable photographs. Exploring captivating themes like 'Chasing The Monsoon' and 'Urban Patterns,' the students showcased their creativity and artistic prowess. Four exceptional individuals, Youvna Salian (3rd Year), Rihaan Amonkar (2nd Year), Riya Parekh (1st Year), and Heramb Kaprekar (1st Year), were recognized with certificates of appreciation for their captivating clicks. We extend our heartfelt appreciation to all the participants for their enthusiastic involvement and wish them the very best for future endeavors.
Once again, NMIMS School of Design embraced the joyous occasion of Dussera by honouring our equipment and enablers, an integral part of our creative journey. This heartfelt tribute was followed by a vibrant Garba Dance Event, radiating the essence of the festival. To amplify the festive fervour, prizes were awarded for the Best Dressed and Best Dancer, adding an element of excitement and celebration. Students and faculty rejoiced together, exuding enthusiasm and embracing the spirit of prosperity that Dussera brings.
Under the guidance of faculty Prof. Shekhar Sidhaye and Lab Assistant, the first-year students of Bachelor of Design embarked on a captivating outdoor event for the Photography – I module. On the 21st of March 2022, they explored the pictures Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Vastu Sangrahalay (CSMVS) (formerly Prince of Wales Museum of Western India), Uttan, Pali, and Chowk villages near Bhayandar West. This enriching experience provided them with valuable practical insights and nurtured their creative vision in the realm of photography.
NMIMS School of Design's 2nd-year students embarked on a remarkable industry visit to Parle G Biscuit factory on 29th March 2023, for a comprehensive understanding of Simple Product Design. This enlightening experience provided them with invaluable insights into real-world design processes, fostering their growth as future design professionals. The visit enabled students to witness practical applications, interact with industry experts, and broaden their perspectives, ensuring a holistic learning experience at NMIMS School of Design.
NMIMS School of Design orchestrated a remarkable event to commemorate "World Usability Day". We were privileged to have Dr. Keyur Sorathi, an esteemed Associate Professor from the Department of Design at IIT Guwahati, as our esteemed guest speaker. Despite being connected online, Dr. Sorathi captivated the audience with his profound insights on usability and user-centered design. The event provided an exceptional platform for our students to interact with a distinguished expert in the field, gaining valuable knowledge and inspiration.
Lights, Camera, Bollywood! NMIMS School of Design celebrated a spectacular Bollywood Day, where our talented students transformed into iconic characters from beloved movies. School of Design came alive with vibrant costumes, infectious energy, and endless laughter, making it a day filled with joy and unforgettable memories. From classic legends to contemporary stars, our students brought the magic of Bollywood to life, creating a truly unforgettable experience.
Lights, Camera, Bollywood! NMIMS School of Design celebrated a spectacular Bollywood Day, where our talented students transformed into iconic characters from beloved movies. School of Design came alive with vibrant costumes, infectious energy, and endless laughter, making it a day filled with joy and unforgettable memories. From classic legends to contemporary stars, our students brought the magic of Bollywood to life, creating a truly unforgettable experience.
The fifth inaugural ceremony of Bachelor of Design (Humanising Technology) program of NMIMS School of Design was held on 17th July 2021 once again through a Virtual Ceremony for the second consecutive year. The event was brimming with the excitement of the new students and the pride of our faculty and student institution for being able to collaborate remotely with such vigour. The traditions of the Inaugration were executed flawlessly as we commenced virtually. Words of wisdom were shared by the esteemed dignitaries of our school’s parent institution SVKM and NMIMS, our Director Prof. Manisha Phadke and our chief guest for the event, Prof Pradyumna Vyas.
NMIMS School of Design celebrated Industrial Design Day on 29th June 2021. The theme was 'Designing a product is designing a relationship'. The event organised by the Student council, had faculty, staff and students in attendance, virtually. The program started with Prof. Manisha Phadke setting the stage about the increased aperture of the expectations from Industrial design. The second-year students took over with an illustrated talk on the past, present & future of Industrial design. The energy was elevated with a lively & fun-filled quiz on Industrial Design. The event end on a high note with a showcase of second-year student projects to illustrate the theme of the event.
NMIMS SOD celebrated World-Photography-Day on 19th Aug 21 with a photography competition ‘The Lens story 2.0’ exclusively for its students. The event was organised by the student council. Faculty, staff and students attended the event virtually. The award function was a live event on zoom and Facebook with our esteemed judges Prof. Kshitija Katare and Prof. Shekhar Sidhaye.
School of Design organized the farewell for the graduating student’s batch 2018-2022. The 3rd year students of SoD designed the event to make it fun and memorable with games, dance, songs and unique awards. Along with the fulltime faculty, the staff of SoD, and the visiting faculty attended the farewell. Prof. Manisha Phadke, the Director, addressed the gathering and a few final year students shared their experiences. Mementos were given to the students of the 2018-2022 batch as a token of joyful memory from the NMIMS School of Design.
