Bangalore, (Karnataka) [India], November 28, 2024: India’s design landscape is quite rich. When it comes to design schools, India is home to some prestigious institutions that are fairly old as well as the newer secret gems. Bangalore School of Design & Technology (BSDT), under the BSD Educational Trust, is a premier design school, reshaping the design world. It reaffirmed its commitment to fostering creativity and innovation by successfully hosting Mozaic 2024 – Design a Better World. The inter-college design fest, held on Saturday, November 9, 2024, witnessed enthusiastic participation from premier institutions such as Reva University, Army Institute of Fashion Design, Nitte College, BRINDAVAN Architecture College, and more.
BSDT was set up in the year of 2017. Today it is one of Bangalore’s most promising design colleges. Under the visionary leadership of Institution Chairman Ar. Dineshwar S and Co-chairman Mr. Praveen Nandakumar, the college offers an unparalleled higher education experience. Ar. Dineshwar drives the institution’s mission of aligning education with the dynamic design world. Meanwhile, Mr. Praveen is dedicated to elevating BSDT’s public profile through innovative initiatives such as online design education and industry partnerships.
The artistic institute stands out for its industry-relevant curriculum, practical learning approach, and emphasis on holistic development and critical thinking. With an event like Mozaic 2024, they celebrated creativity and reinforced BSDT’s commitment to a sustainable and innovative design future. This further secures its status as a top choice for aspiring designers.
A Day of Enlightenment and Engagement
The inaugural ceremony of Mozaic 2024 featured the lighting of the ceremonial lamp by eminent personalities. The list included names like Ar. Vishwanath V, Chairperson Elect of IIID Bangalore Chapter, and Founder of YV Architects, alongside Ar. Karun Kumbera, Principal Architect at Karun Kumbera Architects & Urbanists. Addressing the audience, Ar. Vishwanath emphasized the importance of sustainable building materials, while Ar. Dineshwar explored how AI is revolutionizing architectural decision-making processes.
Immersive Workshops and Enlightening Talks
The fest offered an impressive series of insights:
- Design Talks: Architecture and interior acumen were shared by Ar. Karun Kumbera and Ms. Ekta Manchanda, Co-founder of Everything Design.
- Workshops: Highlights included Beyond the Lens: An AI-Driven Photography Workshop by Mudrost Studios; Exploring Plant-Based Materials for Sustainable Design Solutions by Geosmin founder Mr. Raghuveer Phanaghanti. Additionally, Mr. Elanthirayan Madhavan, an Extended Reality (XR) Specialist, led an immersive workshop on The Future of XR and Spatial Computing.
- Seminars: Ms. Maneesha Warkade captivated attendees with her session, AI Canvas: Crafting Creativity Through Prompts.
- Panel Discussions: A dialogue on AI’s Role in Building a Sustainable Future brought together experts. The panelists included generative artist Mr. Noufal Kuttipencil, Kyra creator Mr. Himanshu Goel, Ar. Nayanika Natesh of NNAD Studio, Ar. Swapnil Valvatkar (Principal Architect, Collage Architecture Studios), and Ar. Karun Kumbera (Principal Architect at Karun Kumbera Architects & Urbanists).
The day concluded on a high note with an exhilarating musical performance by the famous rock band, Psychodrama.
BSDT frequently organizes such events for students to create innovative, responsible, and impactful designs. These initiatives nurture imagination, foster creativity, and empower students to think critically. By providing a platform for hands-on learning and collaboration, BSDT ensures that young designers are equipped to make meaningful contributions to the design world.
