JUL - DEC 2025, VOLUME 1 ISSUE 1

ISSN: 3108-0332

Design Education In/For India: Towards A Model for Instructional Coherence Integrating Multiple Perspectives

Published on June 13, 2026

This paper primarily examines teacher learning and practice domains through an integrated model for instructional coherence (Finlay, 2000) based on a theoretical framework for tertiary education in design learning concerning the major design schools in India. Through this, the authors aim to underst...

Envisioning Sustainability-driven Artisan Entrepreneurship (SDAE) to expand Windows of Opportunity in a Reciprocal Macro-Micro Economy

Published on June 13, 2026

Scholars in the handicraft literature often address sustainability values, an entrepreneurial opportunity, or artisan entrepreneurship. However, these phenomena are typically examined separately or in paired. Rarely are they studied in an integrated framework. Recent discourse increasingly frames su...

Sustainable extraction and application of natural indigo dye from Assam rom [Strobilanthescusia (Nees) Kuntze] on handloom silk and cotton fabrics

Published on June 13, 2026

Natural indigo dye has been successfully extracted from Strobilanthescusia (Nees) Kuntze, commonly referred to as Rom or Assam indigo, a plant traditionally cultivated in Assam. Using an indigenous fermentation technique, the extraction yielded indigotin with a purity of 55.5%, thereby supporting en...

Art of belonging: Preserving culture throughtraditional art in modernarchitecture

Published on June 13, 2026

Art and craft practices since ancient times have been an integral part of any civilization. These were not just a means of livelihood for the craftsmen but also symbols of the cultural development of their society. According to Aristotle, ‘The activity of craftsmanship is a union of theory and mak...

Creativity and Design Thinking: Reflections and New Paradigms

Published on June 13, 2026

Creativity gives birth to original ideas, and design embodies those ideas through the creative process. Design thinking is instrumental in embodying the content of creation through a specific plan and its function, informed by reasoning. Something creative in a true sense necessarily undergoes a cer...

Ink through living culture: A journey of Indigenous expression to Digital era

Published on June 13, 2026

This paper traces the rich and varied history of ink, from ancient times to the present day. Ink has served as a vital medium for communication, art, and cultural expression across civilizations, reflecting the technological and social advancements of each era. The study explores the origins of ink ...

Maheshwari Handicraft: A Supply Chain Perspective On Crafting And Preserving A Timeless Traditional Weaving Craftsmanship In A Modern Industry Ecosystem

Published on June 13, 2026

Handlooms are the most labor-intensive, export-focused, and employment-generating industry in India, particularly in rural and semi-urban areas. Using 106 weavers from Maheshwar city in the Khargone region of Madhya Pradesh as a sample, this study attempts to investigate the effects of several gover...

Woven Identity: Design, Motifs & Socio-Cultural Significance of Tai Phake Textiles of Nam-Phake Village, Assam

Published on June 13, 2026

This ethnographic study explores the vibrant textile heritage of the Tai Phake community of Upper Assam, where weaving is deeply interwoven with cultural identity, spiritual symbolism, and communal life. Traditionally woven by women on waist-tied looms, garments such as Phanung, Pha-Phauk, Scin, and...

Ajjaram Brass Craft: Preserving a Centuries - Old Artisan Heritage

Published on June 13, 2026

Background: Ajjaram, a small village in the West Godavari district of Andhra Pradesh, is home to a centuries-old brass industry that blends craftsmanship, tradition, and cultural identity. For over 200 years, artisans in Ajjaram have been creating handcrafted brass utensils, temple accessories, and...

A search for commonalities of visual languages of different communities in India

Published on June 13, 2026

Visual art is used as a language to communicate emotions and thoughts. The visual language may vary from culture to culture, but there may be some commonalities among different cultures in terms of the usage of different visual signs and symbols. This study particularly focuses on the visual languag...

Reimagining the Royal Craft of Hookah: Tradition, Transformation, and Sustainable Design Interventions

Published on June 13, 2026

The hookah, historically associated with royalty, luxury, and sociability, embodies a rich cultural legacy that has evolved across centuries. Originating in South Asia and the Middle East, its prominence in Mughal courts elevated it into a symbol of aristocracy, artistry, and refinement, influencing...

Volume Information

Name: JUL - DEC 2025, VOLUME 1 ISSUE 1

• ISSN: 3108-0332
• Articles: 11