The Design Village (TDV), Noida: Latest News, Events, Photos & Campus Reports

Summer Studio 2023 - London

The Design Village's Summer Studio 2023 is scheduled to take place from May 25 to June 05, 2023, in London, UK. During this two-week program, students will have the opportunity to participate in a wide range of experiences that will broaden their understanding of design and culture.

One of the key experiences of the Summer Studio will be the building of the India Pavilion at Somerset House, a project that will enable students to work on a real-world design project and collaborate with professionals from the industry.

In addition, participants will also get to visit the London Design Biennale, attend curated workshops and lectures, and take part in an architectural walk of renowned architects such as Zaha Hadid, Renzo Piano, Fosters and Partners, and others.

To add to the experience, the Summer Studio will also include visits to iconic locations such as the Warner Bros. Studio, where students can explore the World of Harry Potter, and cultural museums such as the V&A, Tate Modern, Fashion & Textile, and Design Museum.

Participants will also get to explore the famous streets of London on a city tour, including Piccadilly Circus, Oxford Street, Notting Hill, and Camden Street. Additionally, they will get to see some of London's most iconic landmarks, including the London Bridge, the London Eye, the House of Parliament, Westminster Abbey, and St. Paul's Cathedral.

The Design Village's Summer Studio 2023 promises to be an unforgettable experience for design students, offering them a unique opportunity to explore London's rich design culture and gain valuable insights into the design industry.

Salone Satellite 2023

The Design Village, an interdisciplinary design institute, is set to represent India as the only design school from the country at Salone Satellite 2023. The prestigious event, held during the Milan Design Week, provides a global platform for emerging designers and young talent to showcase their work. The Design Village's participation in Salone Satellite highlights the institute's commitment to nurturing young designers and fostering a culture of design thinking in India.

The Design Village's philosophy revolves around the belief that design has the power to solve social and global issues. The institute aims to equip its students with the skills and knowledge to create sustainable, innovative, and socially responsible designs that can address real-world problems. The curriculum at The Design Village emphasizes design thinking, research, and experimentation, and encourages students to work across disciplines to develop holistic solutions to complex issues. The institute's focus on design-led innovation is driven by its vision to create a better world through design.

Participating in Salone Satellite is a testament to The Design Village's commitment to promoting innovative design thinking in India and developing solutions to global challenges. The institute's participation in this global event provides a platform for Indian design talent to showcase their work and network with the global design community, contributing to India's growing presence on the global design stage.

London Design Biennale

Archohm, a leading architecture firm in India, and The Design Village, an interdisciplinary design institute, both representing India, are showcasing their talent at the prestigious London Design Biennale by designing the India pavilion at Somerset House. The installation, titled "Chowk and Charpai," is a pavilion that celebrates traditional Indian design and craftsmanship through two iconic pieces of furniture. The "chowk" is a versatile and functional platform used for seating, while the "charpai" is a handwoven bed made from natural materials. The pavilion showcases the beauty and versatility of these everyday objects, exploring their cultural significance and contemporary relevance. Through "Chowk and Charpai," Archohm invites visitors to discover the richness of India's design heritage and its enduring influence on modern design. The installation is a sensory experience that combines traditional materials and techniques with modern technology to create an immersive environment. The firms' participation in the London Design Biennale is a testament to India's growing presence on the global design stage, and the pavilion is a celebration of India's rich design heritage and its contemporary design landscape.

Joint Atelier 2023 - Noida, Chandigarh

The Joint Summer Atelier program between The Design Village, TU Delft, and Politecnico Milano aims to provide students with a unique opportunity to develop a design anthropological perspective towards cities. The program encourages students to read the city through multiple lenses and find appropriate mechanisms to communicate their reading effectively. With time being a crucial factor in altering contextuality and precipitating identity, the program focuses on designing mechanisms (system/services/product) that help people critically gauge a city and its parts, further understanding, appreciating, and identifying with it. Chandigarh, India's first modern city, is the perfect example to gauge and appreciate through this perspective. The Summer Atelier program strives to create global designers who can contribute to designing sustainable and livable cities.