About CDS

Building The Next Generation Of Designers

Established in 2021 in Indore, Madhya Pradesh, CDS delivers a four-year B.Des program affiliated to Rajiv Gandhi Proudyogiki Vishwavidyalaya (RGPV), grounded in project-based learning.

CDS Identity

Contemporary Design Institute

Center for Design Studies is a new-generation design school built around the realities of the creative industry. Our academic structure is studio-based, collaborative, and deeply project-driven.

We believe design is not taught through theory alone, but through consistent making, critique, and iteration.

Learning Approach

Our Academic Philosophy

Our pedagogy is rooted in studio practice, experimentation, and industry relevance.

Studio-Based Model

Learning is structured around active studio environments where ideas are developed through experimentation and critique.

Industry Alignment

Every project mirrors real-world creative processes, preparing students for professional environments.

Project-Centric Curriculum

Each semester emphasizes tangible output, ensuring measurable growth in skills and thinking.

Our Advantages

Why Choose CDS

A design education model built around studios, projects, and creative exploration.

Four Year B.Des Program

Structured design education focused on creative thinking, process development, and project execution.

University Affiliation

Academic program affiliated to Rajiv Gandhi Proudyogiki Vishwavidyalaya ensuring recognized degree credentials.

Studio Based Learning

Daily learning happens through studio practice, experimentation, critique, and collaborative work.

Focused Student Batches

Smaller cohorts enable deeper mentorship, interaction, and personalized guidance.

Industry Oriented Projects

Assignments reflect real-world creative workflows used across the design industry.

Creative Environment

A campus culture that encourages curiosity, experimentation, and interdisciplinary exploration.

Leadership

Guiding Minds Behind Our Success

The institution is guided by leaders committed to building a progressive design education ecosystem.

Kinshuk Trivedi

Mr. Kinshuk Trivedi

Vice President
Sri Aurobindo Group of Institutes

A Management Graduate from IMT Ghaziabad and an Engineer in Information Technology from SGSITS, Indore, Kinshuk Trivedi found his calling to be a social entrepreneur and educationist soon after finishing his MBA in 2007.

Chani Trivedi

Mrs. Chani Trivedi

Director
Sri Aurobindo Group of Institutes

Mrs. Chani Trivedi is a seasoned management professional with 15 years of experience in Education Management and Human Resources. After completing her MBA from Christ University, Bangalore in 2007, she has played a key role in shaping the institutional vision and operational framework of CDS.

Our Story

Institutional Journey

2021
Center for Design Studies established in Indore and the first Bachelor of Design cohort admitted.
2022
Studio-driven academic model introduced with project-based learning across all semesters.
2023
Expansion of creative workshops, design studios, and visiting industry faculty.
2024
Growth of industry collaborations and strengthening of the CDS design ecosystem.

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Explore our four-year Bachelor of Design program and begin building a creative career through studio-driven learning.

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