Design Futures Summit 2024 JD Institute of Fashion Technology, Koramangala Club Auditorium, Bangalore, December 17, 2025 Of the finest amalgamation of creative minds was very inspiring. It delved into the ever-changing worlds of fashion and interior design by the leading experts Prof. Aditya Jayadas, Mr. Sounak Sen Barat, and Ms. Prithvi R. N. to share a few philosophies driving their work, including strategies used for turning challenges into opportunities.

A design approach inspired by ergonomic and biophilic design brings out the innovativeness of Prof. Aditya Jayadas.

Prof. Aditya Jayadas is an Associate Professor at Oklahoma State University. His research interests include human factors, ergonomics, and biophilic design. As he puts it, his work with anthropology, biomechanics, and product design tries to bring to the foreground people’s needs harmoniously set concerning nature. Prof. Jayadas emphasized how practical spaces ought to serve in harmony both from the viewpoint of functionality as well as from a human well-being aspect.

Sounak Sen Barat: Revamping Indian Fashion

The next was on fashion. Sounak Sen Barat spoke about two decades in Indian fashion as the Creative Director and Founder of House of Three. Celebrating creativity and cultural identity are deeply ingrained in Indian tradition yet seamlessly with modern trends is the story it told. He left the audience inspired with the vision for innovation coupled with tradition, giving them a master class on designing things that remain timeless and culturally resonant.

Ms. Prithvi R. N.: Design for Strategic Growth

Ms. Prithvi R. N., Associate Director, Livspace, was also the speaker for this session. Speaking on the subject, she joined the discussion from her expertise in interior design as well as business strategy. With more than 50 designed homes under her portfolio, along with deep experience in revenue management, she explained how strategic growth can be achieved through innovative design. Her speech finished, and here she enlightened the audience about the emotional and functional impact of thoughtful interior design-how it moulds not only spaces but life, as well.

This collaboration between JD Institute of Fashion Technology and Oklahoma State University did wonders; it sparked a very effective and thought-provoking dialogue on the power of design. The summit focused on celebrating the idea that design can change perspective and thereby improve life, and urging viewers to find out how creativity runs parallel with functionality and strategic thinking in designing through shared experiences with speakers.

It will, in the end, inspire the participants to go back to work with new insights and ways to face challenges in their field because design is not just about how things look but about creating meaningful solutions to real-world problems. Design Futures Summit 2024 would be one of the most powerful platforms for innovation fostering and building a better future with the next generation of designers.