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THE TEAM
ESEDS school of design is the best fashion design and interior design institute in Kolkata, and our executive staff guarantees quality and competence. The ESEDS management team has a reputable history and years of industry experience. Together, they forge a futuristic vision for both interior and fashion design.
MANAGEMENT & FOUNDERS
Creative Director & Co-Founder
ALOKE KUMAR SINGH
Aloke Kumar Singh is a Fashion & Accessories Designer, Illustrator, and an Educator having graduated in the field of Fashion Design from National Institute of Fashion Technology, NIFT, Kolkata, India in 2010.
In the year 2015 he collaborated with British Illustrator/Artist and Educator Mr. Neil Andrew Robinson to start the very first European concept school of design in Kolkata and in India (probably Asia) focusing on Ethical and Sustainable design practices in the field of Design, offering courses on Fashion, Interiors and Textiles.
Managing Director & Co-Founder
NEIL ANDREW ROBINSON
Neil Andrew Robinson is an experienced educator, designer, illustrator, and photographer with over 25 years of international experience in design education. Having worked in the UK, India, Thailand, Portugal, and Spain, Neil has played a key role in developing design curricula and shaping the educational landscape. In 2015, he co-founded ‘ESEDS School of Design’ in India, the country’s first sustainable design institute, with the goal of fostering a new generation of designers committed to eco-conscious practices. Neil is also an advocate for environmental sustainability, integrating these values into his creative and professional work.
Educational Director
DR NICHOLAS FRANCIS DUGGAN
In education he has held teaching and leadership positions in Universities and International schools taking him to Kenya, Thailand, S. Korea, New Zealand, Kuwait, Spain, and Italy, currently being located in Beijing, China.
ADVISORY BOARD MEMBERS
BIBI RUSSELL
Ms. Hemasree Bose
KRITI TULA
DEANDRE RICHARDSON
POOJA GUPTA
SUMIRAN KABIR SHARMA
MANVENDRA SINGH GOHIL
GEORGE ANDREAS SUHR
FACULTY & MENTORS
Professor of Fashion Design Dept
ALOKE KUMAR SINGH
Aloke Kumar Singh is a Fashion & Accessories Designer, Illustrator, and Educator. He graduated in Fashion Design from the National Institute of Fashion Technology (NIFT), Kolkata, in 2010.
In 2015, he partnered with British Illustrator, Artist, and Educator Mr. Neil Andrew Robinson to establish the first European-concept design school in Kolkata—and likely in India or even Asia—dedicated to promoting ethical and sustainable design practices. The institution offers specialized courses in Fashion, Interior, and Textile Design.
Sustainable Furniture Designer | Spain
Pepe
Pepe is a talented furniture designer from Spain who focuses on sustainable design. He creates beautiful and useful furniture using eco-friendly materials and methods that are kind to the environment. His work combines modern style with traditional craftsmanship, always keeping nature in mind.
Pepe believes in design that not only looks good but also helps the planet. He often works with recycled wood, natural finishes, and low-impact production techniques. Through his designs, Pepe shows how furniture can be both stylish and sustainable.
Asst. Professor of Interior Design Dept
Christophe Plais
Christophe Plais is the founder and head of Terra Indica, a design workshop in Kolkata that makes beautiful wooden furniture. The team includes expert craftsmen from India and France who create special pieces for hotels, shops, and export to Europe.
Terra Indica is also a social project. It helps former street boys and girls by giving them education and jobs. Today, half of the team comes from this background. Christophe also started the Terra Indica Trust to support more young people and give them a better future through art and craft.
Head of the Fashion Design Department (HOD)
Prity Mallick
With an experience of both Indian and International curriculum from Pearl Academy, New Delhi and Domus Academy, Milan, Ms. Prity has worked with many designers such as Nandita Thirani, Sejal Kanoi, Rahul Mishra, along with brands like Raymonds. She was also associated with Fashion Design Council India and showcased at Amazon Fashion Week in 2018 with experience in styling for Times Bangalore Fashion Week. She has been teaching for several years in many institutes nationwide as well as in the international curriculum too.
Head of the Interior Design Department (HOD)
Deeksha Banerjee
Ms. Deeksha Banerjee is an Architect, Interior Designer, and LEED Green Associate with a master’s degree in Sustainable Interior Environments from the New York School of Interior Design (NYSID). Committed to promoting sustainability as a design necessity, she focuses on educating and empowering young designers to integrate environmentally responsible practices into their work. Her dedication to the field was recognized by the U.S. Green Building Council, which awarded her a scholarship to attend the prestigious Greenbuild International Conference and Expo.
Asst. Professor of Interior Design Dept & Placement Head
Koushik Mukherjee
Koushik Mukherjee is an Architect and Interior Designer with 12 years of extensive experience across India and Qatar, delivering national and international projects including work for Tata Steel, the Indian Army, Sheikh palaces in Qatar, and hospitality projects in Italy and the Philippines. Alongside his professional practice, he has built a strong profile in design education, mentoring interior design students and helping them win several national-level competitions. His contribution to academics has been recognised with multiple Excellence Awards from ABID Interiors, West Bengal.
Asst. Professor of Fashion Design Dept. & Events Manager
Srija Das
Ms. Srija Das has graduated from Raffles College of higher education Singapore. She has worked with many national and international designers. She is a young sustainable designer keen towards making the world a better place to live in by taking action against the harm being done to our mother nature. She deeply believes in “Fashion is not an island but a response”, Amanda Halley.
Asst. Professor of Interior Design & Course Leader for Interior
Debalina Basak
Completed Diploma in Interior Designing from Exterior – Interiors (pvt.) Ltd.
She has been associated with this profession for the last 14 years and has worked as a designer in Interior Designing firms also been part of projects for Axis BANK, HDFC Bank, etc.
Asst. Professor of Interior Design Dept
Aparupa Paul
Aparupa Paul is an Interior Design faculty member and 3D designer with over 5 years of experience. She is passionate about design education and dedicated to helping students become skilled, confident professionals.
Asst. Professor of Communication Design & Content Manager
Akash Saha
Akash Saha is a creative professional with a degree in Multimedia, Animation & Graphic Design from MAKAUT University and over five years of industry experience. Skilled in leading design software, he has worked with renowned brands. Enthusiastic behind the lens, he is also a musician and passionate gamer, fueling his artistic vision.
Lab Technician
Alem Sardar
Alem Sardar brings 20 years of experience in the fashion industry, having worked with prestigious brands such as Micronesium, Kolkata, and Ritu Kumar, Delhi. With extensive expertise in fashion design and trends, he combines creativity and industry insight, making him a valuable mentor and leader in the field.
Asst. Professor of Fashion & Interior Design Dept
Saibal Karmakar
Saibal Karmakar, an award-winning painter and printmaking expert from the prestigious Govt. College of Art and Craft, Kolkata, is a core faculty member. He has held solo exhibitions at esteemed galleries like Residence Artistic Movement and Palm Lounge, Taj Bengal, gaining acclaim for his remarkable artistic contributions.
A PLACE WHERE CREATIVITY SUSTAINABILITY GO HAND IN HAND
ESEDS has teamed up with Techno India University to develop our internationally recognised courses. We are proud to offer our newly developed set of undergraduate and programmes at our new international design center.
