top of page
KIRAN KULKARNI
Design Leadership


From Jugaad to AI - 14 ways to see and shape design today
When I look back at various of my projects over the years—from designing a musical instrument in bamboo to shaping the digital flows of a...
kiran kulkarni
May 208 min read
48


'Design Hiring' of Tomorrow
Date: April 18, 2030 Location: Studio 41, North Quarter Design District I arrived early. The studio was quiet — not in the way empty...
kiran kulkarni
Apr 183 min read
135


A Lost Essence: Reflecting on the Aggressive Rendering of Pooria Dhanashree
Last evening, I attended a sitar concert in the heart of an urban cultural hub. The artist was young renowned sitarist, the auditorium...
kiran kulkarni
Nov 26, 20243 min read
25


I Scrolled Through Manga with a Teen in the Metro. What I Found Was a Digital Revolution in Comics.
I was riding the metro when a teenager caught my eye, deeply engrossed in his phone. His thumb moved in rapid flicks, each scroll...
kiran kulkarni
Nov 5, 20243 min read
89


Shaping the Future: 50 Customer Problems Graphic Design Will Solve
Stepping into the post-AI era has changed how I approach graphic design. Instead of just reflecting on my personal experiences, or...
kiran kulkarni
Jan 15, 20249 min read
56


Exploring the Creative Vortex: Insights from Ahmedabad's D-School Design Studios
Ahmedabad, a city steeped in cultural heritage, boasts a vibrant pulse of innovation within its famed design institutions. My recent...
kiran kulkarni
Nov 26, 20233 min read
151


Part 1: Learnings from Design teachers in India
Design is one of the most popular courses in India. Roughly over 2.5 lakh students take design courses in over 4000 design & architecture...
kiran kulkarni
Jun 23, 20225 min read
74


16 Design trends, 2017
December is a good time to introspect. Design activities slow down due to Christmas and you get some time to reflect on what’s been the...
kiran kulkarni
Apr 23, 20222 min read
9
bottom of page