Anshuman Kumar
NIFT Graduate
2013
Current Occupation
ideaForge
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Bengaluru
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Fashion and Lifestyle Accessory Design Department
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A Red Dot Award-winning strategic product designer with over 11 years of experience, he is a double gold medallist from NIFT Bengaluru and the National Institute of Design, Ahmedabad. He leads a multidisciplinary design studio at one of India’s leading drone companies, developing UAV systems for defence, surveillance, mining, and logistics. Previously a Lead Designer at Samsung Electronics, his portfolio includes projects for Decathlon, Jindal Lifestyle, Godrej, and Titan. His design approach integrates nature, technology, and diverse cultural influences.
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I am a Red Dot award-winning strategic product designer with over 11+ years of experience, recognized as a double gold medallist from NIFT Bangalore and the National Institute of Design, Ahmedabad. Currently, I lead a multidisciplinary design studio at one of largest drone companies in India, where we design UAV systems for multiple sectors like defence, surveillance, mining, and logistics industries on both the industrial design and UX side.

Previously, I was with Samsung Electronics as a Lead Designer in Bengaluru, India. My journey includes key projects with Indian and global MNCs like Decathlon, Jindal Lifestyle, Godrej, and Titan, spanning wearables, home appliances, sports gear, and lifestyle décor.

My design ethos draws deeply from nature, technology, and diverse cultures. You’re welcome to learn more about my background on my website.