Cities are sites of different kinds of phenomena as well as different forms of human expression. There are symbolic statements and grand gestures that seek to clarify and control. There is simultaneously a need to give voice to a creative and energetic life emerging out of the messy everydayness of social patterns, economic activity, and cultural expressions. This is the alter ego of the city of symbols and icons, more inclusive, less violent and far more sympathetic to nature.

The inaugural edition of Poché International Design Studios begins with a site stretching from the New Delhi’s Central Vista to the banks of the Yamuna. This will be the site for a city for everyone. Guided by six renowned instructors each bringing a different perspective, the design process will also be stimulated by The Poché Conversations: a series of 15 lectures by artist, writers, environmentalists, historians, sociologist amongst others who will share ideas of a city from their perspectives. The studio will encourage dialogue and exploration of varied perspectives, positions, and speculations.

This is a multi-disciplinary studio not limited to design students and professionals. We encourage interested students/ professionals from all disciplines to participate. Read more here.

Cost of Participation: INR 799 (Limited Registrations Available. Participants will have access to all proceedings and will receive a certificate of participation.)

Cost of Auditing:  INR 399 (Students),  INR 1500 (Non-Students)  (Auditing allows one to observe all proceedings without design participation. No Certificate will be provided)


International Design Studio 1
15.08.2020 - 19.09.2020

Work in the studio offers an opportunity to have a larger, more open conversation about our world in all its aspects, and how one should better inhabit it. These discussions open a space for The Poché Conversations: a series of 12-15 lectures by artist, writers, environmentalists, historians, sociologist amongst others who will share ideas of a city from their perspectives. These are speakers who have in their own ways thought about these issues creatively and opened new directions of thought. Click here to see the list of speakers.

See the talks that have already happened here.