Niwwrd
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| Founded | 2017 |
|---|---|
| Founder | Harshwardhan Nehra |
| Location |
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Area served | Global |
| Website | niwwrd.com |
NIWWRD is an independent Indian design platform founded in 2017 by designer Harshwardhan Nehra. It focuses on automotive, industrial, and future design, combining education, media, and curation through a magazine, academy, museum, and podcast. The platform aims to strengthen design culture and education in India through research, documentation, and collaboration.[1]
Overview
NIWWRD was established to build an independent ecosystem for design learning, reflection, and preservation. Since its founding, it has conducted over 20 design workshops and four long-term courses focused on automotive, industrial, and interaction design. Through these programs, the platform has taught and mentored more than 100 students from India and abroad.[2]
NIWWRD’s structure draws inspiration from the Bauhaus model of interdisciplinary learning and the principles of Dieter Rams. It positions design as both a cultural and educational movement that connects traditional craftsmanship with modern innovation.
Verticals
NIWWRD Magazine
NIWWRD Magazine publishes essays, interviews, and visual features on automotive, industrial, and future design. It highlights both emerging and established designers, encouraging discourse on process, purpose, and product. The magazine has featured design projects and discussions on the evolving identity of Indian mobility and manufacturing.[3]
NIWWRD Academy
NIWWRD Academy focuses on project-based education in automotive and industrial design. Its workshops and courses integrate physical prototyping, digital visualization, and critical design research. The academy encourages students to work on socially relevant challenges and supports open learning through lectures, mentorship programs, and studio collaborations.
NIWWRD Museum
The NIWWRD Museum documents India’s industrial and automotive design heritage. It archives product models, conceptual sketches, and interviews from designers who have contributed to India’s modern design identity.[4]
Simply Being Podcast
Simply Being is NIWWRD’s interview and conversation series hosted by Harshwardhan Nehra. The podcast focuses on exploring the personal and professional journeys of designers, examining their creative processes and philosophies. Guests have included leading figures such as automotive designer Chris Bangle, concept artist and educator Scott Robertson, and several senior designers from brands like Maruti Suzuki, Samsung, and TMH. The series also features emerging voices from various design disciplines, creating a diverse record of perspectives on creativity and innovation.[5]
Philosophy
NIWWRD’s philosophy centers on clarity, purpose, and restraint. It promotes design as a discipline that combines function, culture, and responsibility. The platform advocates for thoughtful design practice grounded in social awareness and long-term cultural value rather than visual trends.
Founder
Harshwardhan Nehra (born 1999) is an Indian designer focused on automotive, industrial, and future design. He founded NIWWRD in 2017 to build a sustainable design ecosystem combining media, education, and preservation. Under his leadership, NIWWRD has become known for its workshops, educational initiatives, and creative collaborations with international designers.[6]
See also
- Automotive design
- Industrial design
- Bauhaus
- Dieter Rams
- Design education in India
External links
References
- ↑ "NIWWRD: Building India's Independent Design Voice". Creative Gaga. 12 March 2024. Retrieved 27 October 2025.
- ↑ "Inside NIWWRD: India's Design Collective for the Future". Design India. 5 August 2023. Retrieved 27 October 2025.
- ↑ "NIWWRD Magazine brings together India's automotive design voices". Design Week India. 10 February 2024. Retrieved 27 October 2025.
- ↑ "The NIWWRD Design Museum is Preserving India's Industrial Heritage". Industrial Design Review. 1 November 2024. Retrieved 27 October 2025.
- ↑ "Simply Being Podcast: Conversations that Shape Design Thinking". DesignTalks India. 5 January 2025. Retrieved 27 October 2025.
- ↑ "Harshwardhan Nehra: Redefining Design Education in India". Design Post. 14 December 2023. Retrieved 27 October 2025.
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