Design Residencies in India

1 Shanthiroad

Bangalore, India

1Shanthiroad Studio/Gallery in Bengaluru, India, founded in 2002 by Suresh Jayaram, is an artist residency and gallery space that nurtures creativity and cutting-edge art practices through programs hosting artists from diverse countries and backgrounds. It offers residencies like the annual NEXT-STEP program for five emerging artists, providing a platform for experimentation, collaboration, and community engagement over four weeks. Administered by the Visual Art Collective (VAC) Trust, it includes studio access, mentorship, workshops, and exhibitions.

Art Inn Jaipur

Jaipur, India

Art Inn Jaipur is an experiential artist residency and workshop space in a charming architect-designed cottage. It offers creative people a platform to learn, ideate, and create traditional and contemporary art forms like block printing, miniature painting, blue pottery, and jewelry making while enjoying basic facilities and a tranquil environment.

Farside Collective

Ladakh, India

Farside Collective is an artist-run studio and project space in Sankar village, Leh, Ladakh, India, offering short (2 weeks) and long (1-2 month) residencies for artists, writers, and designers to live in their house and produce work around themes, with access to studios equipped for printing, zine making, and more. The program emphasizes contemporary arts, graphic design, photography, films, and printed matter like artist books and zines, including community feedback, exhibitions, and pop-up shows. Open calls occur in January/February, with rolling applications in summer (May-October).

Shakti Design Residency

New Delhi, India

The Shakti Design Residency in India is an annual program supporting international design talent through a four-week immersive experience in New Delhi and Jaipur. The residency is open to creatives from any medium and discipline, providing participants with the opportunity to collaborate with local artisans and gain mentorship from world-leading design experts. Residents will create sustainable and innovative pieces inspired by Indian craftsmanship and culture. The program offers free flights, accommodation, and an honorarium of $1,500 for meals and expenses. Participants will stay at Shalini Misra’s farmhouse in New Delhi, which serves as the hub for this unique residency. The residency is organized in partnership with Curio and Basic.Space, aiming to foster creative growth and cultural exchange.