Faculty

Academics with well-established jewellery firms like Jewels Emporium, Jewels Saga, Harrison’s, Vikas Gems, Pyramid Jewels etc. for both international and domestic markets. For the past 13 years, he has been associated with ARCH College of Design and Business. His area of expertise lies in training in the use of Graphic software that includes Auto-CAD, Reach Fashion Studio, Reach CAD, JCAD, Jewel CAD, 3Design, Corel Draw, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustration, Front Page, etc.

Alumna of NIFT, Hyderabad & Politechnico di Milano , Apoorva has 8+ years of professional experience In the Jewellery Industry and as a faculty. She has worked with known brands like PC jewellers, Imaginarium, Titan. She has also designed the MS – INDIA crown 2013.

A Post Graduate, M.Des in Textile Design from NID, Ahmedabad and a Graduate, B.Des in Textile Design, from NIFT Gandhinagar, she has an 8+ years of experience in Student mentoring and Projects Management.
Currently, Garima is working as a Project Coordinator and overseeing the Design Business Incubator (ADBI - HUB_IN) set up and courses at ARCH. In addition to this, she is responsible for writing and handling new projects (both national and international) for fundraising, among other roles.
Over the years, Garima has worked closely with various constituents of the design industry and has also provided consultancy services to design-based social enterprises. She is a research scholar and is currently pursuing her PhD under the Fashion and Textiles Department from Banasthali Vidyapith.

Dyuti Mittal is a Delhi-based graphic novelist, illustrator, and artist. A graduate in Visual Communication Design from Srishti School of Art, Bangalore, she wrote and self-published her own experimental graphic novel 'Flaw' in 2009, had her work exhibited at prominent galleries of the country such as Galerie Mirchandani+Streinrucke of Bombay, worked as the illustrator and graphic designer for Down to Earth magazine briefly, worked with various organizations as a freelance graphic designer, did fellowships with Sarai CSDS in Delhi, has been published as an illustrator in over 20 books with publication houses such a The Aleph Book Company and Harper Collins, lectured at prominent universities of the country such as the Hyderabad University and Delhi university as a graphic novelist, recently completed a summer residency in illustration at the School of Visual Arts in New York and furthered her education with a Master's degree in Design from UCA, London. She has written more than 15 short graphic novels and continues to write more. She entered the world of academics in 2022 and taught at Chitkara Design University, WUD Sonipat, and UID Sohna prior to joining ARCH.

Dhirendra Raj Singh, brings a unique blend of academic experience and industry insight to the Communication Design department. With 5 years of teaching experience and a remarkable 11 years in the industry, he is a Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) and a Master of Fine Arts (MFA) in Applied Arts from Delhi University. He holds expertise in Illustration, Graphics Software, and Photography.

Charu Thukral is a graduate in Interior Architecture & Designing. She has a deep knowledge & industry experience in furniture designing and residential & hospitality projects. Apart from her profession, she is an avid sportsperson and has been recognized among the top 10 female marathon runners in India.

Hiten Noonwal brings an incredible intricacy of fashion expression, experience and industry insight to the Fashion Design department. With 5 plus years of teaching and a remarkable 8 years in the industry, he holds a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Applied Art (BFA) from the College of Art, Delhi, and a Master Design (M.Des) in Apparel Design from NID, Gujarat. Hiten is also a celebrated genderfluid performance artist and a motivational speaker. He holds expertise in apparel, styling, costume design, headgear design, belly dance, and character design.

Aditi is a design graduate with a specialization in soft material applications. With a keen interest in craft research, she has authored an academic paper on Phad Painting. With a solid background in academia, she has three years of teaching experience. Additionally, she has worked with and guided students on numerous industry projects, while working with Arch. She is also an enthusiast of Surface Design, known for her explorative mindset.

A Mechanical Engineer with 12 years of experience in New Product Development using Design Thinking, CAD/CAE, and Additive Manufacturing across different industries, Shamsher has a Master's in Design Engineering. With a proven track record through research publications and a design patent filed on Clubfoot Correction Orthosis. His Ph.D. in Product Design is in the process towards completion with final submissions at the Malviya National Institute of Technology (An Institute of National Importance, Government of India).

Simran holds a master's degree in Fashion Management and possesses a blend of industry and academic experience. As a young creator and JRF-qualified professional, she is passionate about research and the preservation of art and culture. Her research work on a craft cluster, Gond art of Patangarh, has been highly appreciated by the members of MP Tourism. She is knowledgeable about the fashion industry and brimming with creative ideas. She has worked on numerous fashion shows, including KVIC for Khadi Fashion Week, and has received multiple honors for the most innovative collection, portfolio of the year, and best academic performance. In addition to her artistic side, she has four years of business experience with her apparel brand. She also has over five years of experience in design education and excels in creative pattern making, 3D fashion, and surface ornamentation.

He has over 25 years of experience in the fashion industry and in academics. A NIFT Delhi graduate, he pursued his postgraduate studies at Nottingham Trent University. His commitment to bridging edutainment with real-world application ensures that students are equipped with future-ready skills in design and beyond.

Divya Sharma brings over 25 years of experience in the interior design industry and administration. With 5.6 years in academics at NIFD and ARCH, she blends industry insight with education. Her role as an administrative executive spans several reputed colleges across multiple cities in India, reflecting her versatility and leadership.

A Post-graduate in Painting from Faculty of Fine Arts, M. S. University of Baroda. He has 24 years teaching experience in various art and design institutes in India. He has been a practicing artist for over 40 years. Former Dean of Under Graduate program at Indian Institute of Crafts & Design in Jaipur and he was Director of Maharaja Sawai Man Singh II Museum Trust and Jaigarh Public Charitable Trust in City Palace, Jaipur for 9 years.

Sonal is an Architect and Interior Designer, she has over 25 years of experience in designing and execution of works in sectors like Retail outlets, Hospitality, Residential, Farm Houses, Commercial and Industrial buildings. She also has to her credit renovation of the Palace on Wheels - the royal and luxury train in India.

Khemraj Kala has an experience of over 18 years in the industry in Visual Merchandising. He is a Graduate from NID Ahmedabad and a MBA in Retail and Marketing Management. He acted as Head Visual Merchandiser with Mothercare and Blackberry’s among other brands.

An Architect and a Landscape Designer by qualification. Alumnus of CEPT University, Ahmedabad. He has a total experience of 12 years in the field of Landscape Architecture and 6 years in academics. With a strong inclination towards mountain landscapes, he did regional level research on The Plateau of Cherrapunjee and on the fragile Landscape of lower Himalayan regions.

Dr. Shefali Arora, Doctorate by profession and ESL Trainer by passion, did her CELTA (University of Cambridge) recently from Oxford House, Barcelona. Shefali holds a Ph.D. in Management with specialization in Consumer Behaviour from IIS University, Jaipur. She has also done PGDM (Marketing & Finance) and M.com (EAFM, B.ad). Shefali has a vast teaching experience of 8 years, which includes a comprehensive range of subjects both inside; classroom and virtual environment. Her specializations are Branding, Strategic Management, Business Communication and Training Development.

A graduate from SNDT University, Mumbai she has an experience of 20 years in Interior Design & Project Management. Currently leading a reputable firm Design Elements for Interior Designing and Architectural Development. Her expertise like in Technical & Execution on Interior Projects.

Ekashwar khatwal is a Concept artist, illustrator, and 2d/3d Animator. His expertise lies in designing Concept art for movies and video games, he has designed and executed Murals and several illustration books for Children's for different NGOs, he is also interested in digital music-making, learning filmmaking, Photography & books.

An alumnus of IICD and has 9 years of experience as a Professional Industrial Expert in the design industry. In addition to his academic pursuits, he is an accomplished entrepreneur and founder of Studio Design Tree, which specializes in interior design and execution, and Indian Design Tree, which exports furniture. His expertise lies in product development, with a focus on innovation and technical understanding.

Neilamber Bhardwaj is a postgraduate in Industrial and Product Design with three years of industry experience and over five years in academics. Beginning his journey in Furniture and Graphic Design, he brings a rich, cross-disciplinary perspective. Passionate about innovative material use, he has created unique paper accessories while working with Ratan Papers Pvt. Ltd. and other design-forward companies.

Nirmal has 12+years’ experience in archite cture & interior design industry. He holds a masters degree in design and diploma in architecture. He is the founder of an architecture visualization firm in Jaipur. He is popularly known for visualization and creative acumen in industrial software.

Bharat Bhushan is a technician in the Jewellery department at ARCH and holds 23 years of experience, including 11 years in the industry. With a decade of expertise in the Kundan Meena industry, he is a master of jewellery manufacturing with a diverse skill set that encompasses casting, enamelling, stone cutting, carving, stone setting, jewellery lock changes, engraving, and embossing, among other production techniques.

Manju Sharma is a dedicated professional with 5 years of experience at ARCH College, and specializes in traditional hands-on textile techniques. Her expertise includes block printing, tie & dye, batik, the use of natural dyes, and weaving.

Kanhaiya Lal, has an impressive 35 years of experience in woodworking and metal fabrication including 15 years in industry. With a profound understanding of craftsmanship in wood, he has expert skills in furniture making extending to prototypes and structures in space for exhibitions and display. His skills basic lab tools repair.

Ramesh Chandra Sharma, with 27 years of experience, is a skilled professional in pattern making, fabricating, stitching, garment construction, and surface ornamentation.

Himanshu holds a B.Tech degree in Automobile Mechanical Engineering and has over seven years of experience in both academia and industry. His career includes three years in academia, dedicated to fostering student growth and innovation, and four years in the industry, where he has worked on various projects using software such as AutoCAD, 3ds Max, V-Ray, SketchUp, CATIA, SolidWorks, Rhino, Grasshopper, Revit, RDWorks, ANSYS, ArtCAM, Corona Renderer, Enscape, Photoshop, Illustrator, CorelDRAW, and event design software.

Ankush has completed his M.Phil and PhD. He has also done a diploma in journalism and transcription. He has over 12 years of academic experience and has been associated with many institutions as an academic advisor.

Sona Sen, with over 15 years of experience, is an expert in HR and Marketing, holding multiple degrees including an MBA and MHRM, and is pursuing a Ph.D. She has published in Scopus journals, won numerous academic and extracurricular awards, and excels in teaching, research, and curriculum development.

Dr. Sunita Sharma holds a Ph.D in Police Science and Criminology. An academician with 6 years of teaching and 4 years of research experience in HRM, Commerce, and Labour Law. Awarded a national-level scholarship by the Ministry of Home Affairs for Ph.D. research. Skilled in curriculum design, student engagement, and cross-functional academic coordination.

Ankit Sharma is an experienced professional with over 16 years in education, entrepreneurship, sales, manufacturing, and business development. An MBA in Marketing and a B.Tech graduate, he currently serves as Assistant Professor at Poornima University and leads a cable manufacturing venture. With diverse corporate and academic experience, he aims to contribute meaningfully to dynamic organizations.