OUR JOURNEY
IDEAS began with a simple but powerful conviction — that learning design and architecture should be immersive, hands-on, and deeply connected to the world we live in. Since our start in 2009, we’ve grown from a modest beginning into one of the nation’s most respected institutes, always pushing the limits of how future designers and architects are nurtured.
We’re more than a college — we’re a living laboratory for exploration, experimentation, and innovation. From award-winning studios to design work that makes a social difference, our story is one of impact, creativity, and purpose. And in many ways, we feel like we’re just getting started.
INCEPTION
IDEAS was born from a vision to create a different kind of design school — one where academic rigor walks hand in hand with creative freedom. A place where students are guided to think deeply, design responsibly, and imagine without limits.
What began as a dream has evolved into a thriving community of learners, mentors, and changemakers, all united by a shared purpose: to shape a future that is not only better designed, but better lived.
PHILOSOPHY
At IDEAS, we believe design education shouldn’t just inform — it should transform. We see design as a powerful tool for cultural, social, and environmental change, and we weave that belief into everything we do.
From lively studios and thought-provoking seminars to immersive fieldwork and hands-on making, our approach equips students to be more than designers. We nurture them to be thinkers, problem-solvers, and leaders — ready to shape a world that’s constantly evolving.
VISION
SINCE 2009
To be a leading design and architecture institute that shapes responsible, forward-thinking professionals who make a meaningful difference to society — creating spaces, ideas, and experiences that enrich lives through design that is thoughtful, impactful, and deeply connected to people.
MISSION
SINCE 2009
To nurture a vibrant learning culture that blends critical thinking, creativity, and context-driven design — empowering students with the skills, values, and mindset needed to tackle real-world challenges with innovation, empathy, and unwavering integrity in their professional and personal journeys.
VALUES
SINCE 2009
To build an environment where design and architecture students flourish as confident, curious, and compassionate individuals — ready to innovate fearlessly, collaborate meaningfully, and design solutions that inspire change, strengthen communities, and contribute to shaping a brighter, better, and more sustainable future.
Collaborations AND Sponsors
At IDEAS, we believe that learning expands beyond our own walls — and the best way to prepare students for a global career is to immerse them in diverse perspectives, cutting-edge practices, and real-world challenges. Our academic collaborations connect students with leading institutions, professionals, and innovators in architecture and design, both in India and across the world.
Step into a space that celebrates your curiosity and creativity. Whether you're looking to study, collaborate or grow—IDEAS welcomes you with open arms.