ARCH Academy of Design is a design school based in Jaipur, Rajasthan, India. It offers programmes in fashion, textile, interior, jewellery and lifestyle design, catering to students pursuing undergraduate, postgraduate and short-term professional studies in the creative industries.
Key facts
| Name | ARCH Academy of Design |
|---|---|
| Type | Design school |
| Location | Jaipur, Rajasthan, India |
| Country | India |
| Fields | Fashion, textile, interior, jewellery and lifestyle design |
Overview
The institute functions as a specialised design education provider in northern India, with a curriculum that draws on Rajasthan's traditions of craft, textile and jewellery production while integrating contemporary design practice. Programmes typically combine studio-based learning with industry interaction, internships and portfolio development aimed at preparing students for professional careers in the design sector.
Academic profile
Course offerings span multiple streams of design education:
- Fashion design and fashion business
- Textile design and surface design
- Interior architecture and design
- Jewellery design
- Lifestyle and product-related design studies
The academy positions itself within the wider ecosystem of Indian design schools, alongside institutions that train designers for the apparel, handicraft, retail and interior industries.
Location and context
Jaipur, the capital of Rajasthan, is historically associated with handcrafted textiles, block printing, gemstone cutting and jewellery making. This environment provides a contextual backdrop for design education at ARCH, with access to artisan clusters, heritage architecture and craft markets that are often integrated into student projects and field studies.
Significance
As a regional design school outside the major metropolitan centres of Delhi and Mumbai, ARCH Academy of Design contributes to the decentralisation of design education in India. Its presence in Jaipur supports the city's role as a hub for craft-based design, fashion and interior practice.
Related topics
- Jaipur
- Design education in India
- Fashion design
- Textile industry in India
- Jewellery design
- Rajasthan