Karaki Design Lab

We’re passionate about turning ideas into user-focused, scalable products that are built to last. Take our Khasi-inspired chess designed for @candour_on_canvas —crafted with precision through custom tooling and in collaboration with India’s finest chess artisans. Our process is designed to ensure quality, consistency and the ability to scale, so that every product not only meets industry standards but genuinely connects with users. If you’re an institution looking to empower your students or business with the skills to design and manufacture products that make an impact, let’s explore how we can work together to bring that vision to life. #IndustrialDesign #ProductInnovation #UserCentricDesign #ScalableDesign #CraftingAtScale #DesignForPeople #CreativeCollaboration #EducationalInnovation #KarakiDesignLab #QualityAtScale #DesigningForImpact #FunctionalDesign #MassManufacturing #DesignThinking

New Launch Alert! ✨ We’re blending heritage and functional design with our exclusive Khasi Heritage Travel Chess Set. Crafted meticulously and created by Karaki Design Lab for Candour On Canvas, a boutique Shillong-based studio dealing in anecdotal art and stationery, this one-of-a-kind set celebrates the rich culture of the Khasi Hills, in a minimal fusion. Each piece tells a story connecting the game of chess with parallels in Khasi culture, making it a perfect blend of art and design, form and function, for your home or travels. We are proudly a Made in India product, but we are Designed in Meghalaya. 🌿 More to share with you on the meaning behind each piece soon. #KhasiArt #ArtCollectors #IndianArtists #DesignInnovation #HandcraftedInIndia #VisualArtistry #CulturalDesign #TravelChessSet #MeghalayaHeritage #NortheastIndiaArt #TraditionalCrafts #HeritageDesign #CollectorsEdition #ArtAndCulture #GovernmentOfIndia #MeghalayaTourism #CulturalPreservation #DesignForGood #CandourOnCanvas #KarakiDesignLab

Our latest project wrapped up last month at the exciting 2nd Edition of the Indian Responsible Tourism State Awards 2025 Meghalaya hosted by Outlook Responsible Tourism and Meghalaya Tourism on the 27th of September, 2024. It is also the 2nd year of our association with the event for designing unique, culturally inspired and sustainable trophies made by our artisans and local entrepreneurs. We are proud to lend our design sensibilities to bringing form, material and culture to the forefront of such an occasion that recognizes the works of individuals and communities in fostering better practices in the tourism industry here in Meghalaya. A huge shoutout to our incredible collaborators who poured their heart and skill into creating these cherished trophies. See more about our trophies here and in upcoming posts: https://lnkd.in/dKXR7e6Y Know more about the awards here: https://lnkd.in/drJm6JKh P.C.: Outlook Responsible Tourism, Karaki Design Lab

🎉 And the winner is… We’re thrilled to announce Shubham Mehta as the winner of our ‘Designing a Clean Meghalaya’ challenge! His project, 'Sweeep', blew us away with its innovative approach to tackling cleanliness issues in Meghalaya while honouring local culture. ✨ This challenge was all about designing for impact, and Shubham delivered! We can’t wait to see this vision come to life and make a real difference. 👏 Shubham will receive a cash prize, certificate and a collaborative partnership with our design team at Karaki Design Lab to explore and further develop the idea. A huge thank you to everyone who participated and followed us on this endeavour. We hope and continue to move forward to leverage design with intention 🌍 #DesignChallenge #SustainableDesign #KarakiDesignLab #CleanMeghalaya #DesignForImpact #CommunityFirst

Deadline Extended! 🎉 You now have more time to submit your entries for our Challenge. Don’t miss this chance to showcase your creativity, contribute to the community, and turn your idea into a product! 🌟 🗓 New Deadline: August 16th, 2024 #KDLChallenge #DeadlineExtended #DesignForChange #CreativeInnovation #ProblemSolvingDesign #CulturalDesign #PackagingDesign #HumanExperienceDesign

A reminder to submit your entries for the Karaki Design Lab (KDL) Challenge! Don’t miss out on the opportunity to showcase your talent and make a difference in the community. 🗓 Submission Deadline: August 10, 2024 Challenge Categories: 1. Product Design 2. Packaging Design 3. Public Space Interventions 4. Behavioral & Context Strategies Special Focus: Addressing the cleanliness issues related to the practice of rubbing lime and eating paan leaf (tympew) and betel nut (kwai) in Meghalaya. #KDLChallenge #LastCall #DesignForGood #CulturalInnovation #ProblemSolvingDesign #PackagingDesign #HumanExperienceDesign #ProductDesign #PublicSpace

Here’s a fresh challenge insight: Why is the lime so easy to access? Which was one of the questions we received from a participant. A very valid observation! In India, paan is usually wrapped, but in Meghalaya, it’s simply folded and savoured—often packaged in plastic for ease and portability. Notice the difference? Spot anything else? Tell us here. Jump into our challenge if you haven't yet. Only 1 week left! #KDLChallenge #WatTahShun #DontRubLime #DesignChallenge #InnovateWithUs #KarakiDesignLab

Calling all participants 📢 We're bringing some insights your way to help aid your design process. Hear from Samanda Nora Pyngrope on the nuances to consider while you test your creativity and challenge cultural norms. Good luck! Visit our page to know more about our challenge brief, rules and winning entries. #KDLChallenge #WatTahShun #DontRubLime #KarakiDesignLab

New Challenge Updates! 🌟 Dive into any of the categories of our challenge and showcase your innovative approaches. We’re looking for ideas with a purpose. 🌍 Participate by tagging us @karaki_design_lab and using the hashtags #KDLChallenge #WatTahShun #DontRubLime. Redefine how we engage as communities in Meghalaya! #DesignChallenge #BehaviouralDesign #InnovativeDesign #CreativeSolutions #SustainableDesign #DesignForChange #DesignInspiration #MakerMovement #DesignCommunity #DesignWithPurpose #CraftingCulture #HumanCenteredDesign #DesignThinking #MeghalayaDesign

Is there truth in satire? We think so. And we think Meghalaya needs your help. Join our open design challenge if you're a creative with a flair for contextual problem-solving. Visit our page to know more @karakidesignlab Image credits: Shillong Rocks Artist: Pankaj Thapa