I contributed as a Contemporary Product & Experience Designer on a government project aimed at preserving and reimagining the traditional Cheriyal Doll Making craft. The project blended heritage with modern design, combining product design, experiential storytelling, and documentation.

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Key Contributions:

• Designed contemporary products inspired by traditional Cheriyal aesthetics

• Curated interactive exhibitions to celebrate India’s craft heritage

• Produced and designed short documentaries capturing the Cheriyal doll-making & painting process

• Authored detailed research reports documenting artisan practices and cultural context

• Collaborated closely with Cheriyal artisans to align tradition with modern design applications