Jaipur : ARCH
College of Design & Business
recently brought together aspiring designers through two key initiatives, the
fifth edition of DCLS and Orientation 2025, focused on cultivating imagination,
advancing innovation, and building a connected student community.
The month-long DCLS 5, held virtually under
the theme “FORM.REFORM.TRANSFORM,” brought together renowned experts from the
creative industries to discuss the evolving role of design in society. The
series was divided into four sub-themes—Creativity 5.0, Society 5.0, Harmonious
Liveability, and Design Leadership.
Under Creativity 5.0, Abhirup Dutta
spoke on reviving vernacular crafts by blending traditional techniques with
contemporary practice, while designer Gaurav Jai Gupta shared perspectives on
sustainable textile innovation. Photographer Sudha Chandani Khatri led a
dynamic session on magazine-style portraits, highlighting everyday beauty.
Aligned with World Industrial Design Day
and the theme “Let’s Get Ethical”, the Society 5.0 sub-theme addressed design’s
role in creating inclusive solutions. Key sessions included Pinky Maheshwari’s
talk on rural empowerment through sustainable products, Uma Prajapati’s
inspiring story of Tsunamika, and Gaurav Mandal’s discussion on design-driven
entrepreneurship.
DCLS 5 concluded with Design Leadership,
exploring how creative professionals can lead with empathy and purpose. Speakers
included Pratima Pandey on leadership in craft, Samiir Wheaton on designing
emotionally resonant spaces, and Neerja Palisetty, who shared her
entrepreneurial journey in sustainable design businesses.
“Through DCLS, we aim to bridge design
education and real-world impact by creating a space for dialogue and
collaboration,” said Archana Surana, Founder & Director of ARCH College
of Design & Business. She added that “The series
allows our students to engage with industry experts and gain a deeper
understanding of the responsibility that comes with being a designer.”
ARCH College hosted Orientation 2025 at
its Jaipur campus, welcoming its newest batch of students and their families.
Over 130 attendees participated in the event, which introduced them to the
college’s academic programs, values, national and international collaborations,
and the ethos of design-led innovation.
In her keynote address, Archana Surana
encouraged students to pursue their academic journey with passion and
resilience. “At ARCH, we believe in nurturing design thinkers who are not only
creative but also conscious—capable of shaping meaningful solutions for society
and industry,” she said.
The Orientation also featured inspiring
addresses by Dr. Bhavani Shankar Sharma and Prof. Chandra Vijai Singh, who
motivated the new students to approach their courses with integrity and
purpose. Department coordinators introduced the students to their respective
faculties and outlined the academic journey ahead across departments such as
fashion, jewellery, interior design, communication design and BBA.
Together, DCLS 5 and Orientation 2025 reflected
ARCH College of Design & Business’s commitment to experiential learning,
industry-aligned education and building a vibrant creative community. Bringing
together thought leaders and engaging students at the start of their academic
journey, the initiative set a strong foundation for meaningful learning and
collaboration. ARCH continues to nurture design professionals equipped to make
a meaningful impact on society and industry.