About the Department

The University Grants Commission (UGC) has launched a scheme on skills development based higher education as part of college/university education, leading to Bachelor of Vocation (B.Voc.) Degree with multiple exits such as Diploma/Advanced Diploma under the NSQF.

Department of B. Voc. (Interior Designing) has been established in the Academic Year 2018-19. 

 The B.Voc. (Interior Designing) programme is focused on providing undergraduate studies which would also incorporate knowledge and understanding of the interior design process from inception to completion.

Award	Duration
Diploma	1 Year
Advanced Diploma	2 Years
Degree	3 Years

MOU between P.D.E.A's Prof. Ramkrishna More Arts, Commerce and Science College, Akurdi, Pune and White Lotus Design Pvt Ltd.

MOU between P.D.E.A's Prof. Ramkrishna More Arts, Commerce and Science College, Akurdi, Pune and PDEA's College of Architecture, Akurdi, Pune.

MOU between P.D.E.A's Prof. Ramkrishna More Arts, Commerce and Science College, Akurdi, Pune and Milind Chorage and Associates, Aundh, Pune for skill development, Outcome based trainings,placement, R & D services and related services.

Vision

The vision of B. Voc. (Interior Designing) is to promote strong ethical values and professional attitude by encouraging critical and creative thinking along with understanding interior space interactions through exercises developed around the same.

Mission

The mission of the B. Voc. (Interior Designing) department is to inspire, educate and prepare students to become innovative professionals or entrepreneurs with requisite skills.

Objectives

1. The Interior Design program is built to initiate a thoughtful and reactive design process.
2. It facilitates the students to understand and create human habitation spaces through varied understandings of theory, studio, practical skills, live projects, case studies, field trips and encounters with industries and professionals.
3. It also aims at inculcating an environmental awareness within the student for the benefit of human health, well-being and productivity.

Curricular and Co-Curricular Activities

Department regularly conducts activities to enhance innovative and creative skills of students.

Academic year 2018-19

State Level Seminar on "Advancing Entrepreneurship: Inspiring Young People" was organized by department of B. Voc. on Friday and Saturday i.e. 21^st and 22^nd December 2018. It was sponsored by Research Cell, SavitribaiPhule Pune University. 

Department regularly conducts Guest lectures, site visits, live sketching, workshops,Group discussion and market surveys for better understanding of students.

Lantern and diya making workshop has been conducted for  F.Y. B.Voc.(Interior Design) students. 

POP Sculpture making workshop has been conducted for  F.Y. B.Voc.(Interior Design) students.

Department conducts Model making workshop for F.Y B.Voc. (Interior Design) students. 

Academic year 2019-20
• This year the department has introduced a subject called “Business Communication Skills”, where the students get to learn the art of public speaking, body language depiction and the talent of self expression.
• Department has organized field visit on “Set Designing” for better practical knowledge.
• Guest lecture on "Entrepreneurship" was organized by department of B.Voc. On 13th December 2019.
• One day workshop on “Entrepreneurship & startups in Basic Science.” was organized by department of B.Voc. On 4th feb 2020.
• Department regularly conducts Guest lectures, site visits, live sketching, workshops, Group discussion and market surveys for better understanding of students.
• Poster making activity based on social awareness has has been conducted for F.Y. B.Voc.(Interior Design) students.
• Best out of waste – product making and model making workshop has been conducted for F.Y. and S.Y. B.Voc.(Interior Design) students.
• Lantern and diya making workshop has been conducted for F.Y. and S.Y. B.Voc.(Interior Design) students.
• POP Sculpture making workshop has been conducted for F.Y. B.Voc.(Interior Design) students.
• Department conducts Model making workshop for F.Y and S.Y. B.Voc. (Interior Design) students. 

Academic year 2020-2021

 

Department regularly conducts activities to enhance innovative and creative skills of students.

• Department has organized field visit on “plumbing fitting and fixtures” for better practical knowledge.
• Department regularly conducts Guest lectures, site visits, live sketching, workshops, Group discussion and market surveys for better understanding of students.
• Department had conducted online Surya namaskar session for students on the occasion of birthday celebration of Sharadchandraji Pawar Saheb.
• POP model making activity has been conducted for F.Y. B.Voc.(Interior Design) students.
• Best out of waste – product making and model making workshop has been conducted for F.Y. and S.Y. B.Voc.(Interior Design) students.
• Artefact or product making from newspapers workshop has been conducted for F.Y. B.Voc.(Interior Design) students.
• Department conducts set designing and model making workshop S.Y. B.Voc. (Interior Design) students.

Academic year 2021-2022

To promote the competitive spirit and to bring out the talent of the students, they are encouraged to participate in various co-curricular activities.

Department regularly conducts activities to enhance innovative and creative skills of students. Department conducts Guest lectures, site visits, live sketching, workshops, Group discussion and market surveys for better understanding of students.

• The B.Voc Interior Designing department has organized material market surveys, site & field visits for the students.
• Competitions like model making and product designing, etc. were conducted during the course of the year.
• Regular group Activities are held in which the students participate and display their project work.
• This year the department has introduced a subject called “Communication Skills”, where the students get to learn the art of public speaking, body language depiction and the talent of self expression.
• Department has organized hands on training of “Set Designing” for better practical knowledge.
• Best out of waste – product making and model making workshop has been conducted for F.Y. B.Voc.(Interior Designing) students. 
• Lantern making workshop has been conducted for F.Y. B.Voc.(Interior Designing) students. 
• POP & White cement artefact making workshop has been conducted for F.Y. B.Voc.(Interior Designing) students.
• Department conducts 2D & 3D Softwares training for F.Y, S.Y & T.Y B.Voc. (Interior Designing) students.

Academic year 2022-2023

The Department of B.Voc Interior Designing organized and participated in various curricular and co-curricular activities during the academic year 2022–23 to enhance students' practical knowledge, creativity, professional skills, and industry exposure.

Curricular Activities:

• Material Museum and Model Making Workshop Visit.
• Architecture & Interior Exhibition Visit (A&I Digest 2023).
• CONSTRO International Exhibition Visit.
• Online Workshop on "Achieving and Implementing Thermal Comfort Standards in Affordable Housing".
• ACE Tech International Exhibition Visit.

Co-Curricular Activities:

• PCCOE–IJBC Know Japan Event.
• Interior and Art Exhibition 2022–23.
• Young Entrepreneurs Bootcamp 2023.

These activities provided students with opportunities to explore new technologies, materials, design trends, entrepreneurship, global career prospects, research-based learning, and professional development. The department's efforts contributed significantly to the holistic growth and skill enhancement of students.

Academic year 2023-2024

The Department of B.Voc Interior Designing organized various curricular and co-curricular activities during the academic year 2023–24 to enhance students' creativity, technical knowledge, and industry exposure.

Curricular Activities:

• Guest Lecture on Illumination and Lighting Systems (11 September 2023) was conducted by Architect Ar. Krupanjali Nehre, providing students with practical knowledge of lighting design and its applications in interior spaces.
• Educational visits to Constro International Exhibition 2023 and A & I Digest – Architecture & Interior Exhibition 2024 exposed students to the latest trends, materials, technologies, and innovations in the construction and interior design industry.

Co-Curricular Activities:

• Ganesh Idol Making Competition (09 September 2023) encouraged students to showcase their creativity, artistic skills, and craftsmanship through traditional art forms.

Academic year 2024-2025

The Department of B.Voc Interior Designing conducted various curricular and co-curricular activities during the academic year 2024–25 to enhance students' practical knowledge, professional skills, and overall personality development.

Curricular Activities

• Interior and Furniture Expo Visit (28 September 2024): Students explored the latest trends in furniture and interior design and interacted with industry professionals.
• Faber Showroom Market Survey Visit (25 October 2024): Students studied modular kitchen designs, materials, layouts, and modern kitchen appliances through practical observation.
• Visit to PDEA’s College of Architecture: Students gained hands-on exposure to model making, material selection, and architectural workshop practices.

Co-Curricular Activities

• Parents-Teacher Meeting (10 March 2025): Organized to discuss students' academic progress, career opportunities, and strengthen parent-teacher collaboration.
• Jai Shivaji Jai Bharat Mega Padyatra (19 February 2025): Students participated in a patriotic and cultural event promoting national pride, unity, and civic responsibility.
• These activities provided students with industry exposure, practical learning experiences, professional awareness, and opportunities for personal and social development.

Academic year 2025-2026

• The Department of B.Voc Interior Designing organized various curricular and co-curricular activities during the academic year 2025–26 to enhance students' practical knowledge, creativity, and professional skills.
• POP & White Cement Wall Art Workshop (08 July 2025) – Developed practical skills in decorative wall finishes and texture creation.
• Cap Painting Workshop (05 August 2025) – Enhanced creativity and surface decoration techniques.
• Eco-Friendly Ganesh Idol Workshop (14 August 2025) – Promoted sustainability and environmental awareness.
• Stone Painting Workshop (22 August 2025) – Encouraged artistic expression using natural materials.
• Glass Painting Workshop (25 August 2025) – Explored decorative applications of glass in interior design.
• Creaticity Furniture Mall & Advaya Interior Exhibition Visit (13 September 2025) – Provided exposure to contemporary furniture, materials, and design trends.
• Nilkamal Homes Showroom Visit (13 September 2025) – Offered practical understanding of furniture design, space planning, and showroom displays.
• These activities enhanced students' creativity, technical skills, practical knowledge, and industry exposure in the field of Interior Designing.

Student Achievement

Academic year 2018-19

Hrutuja Karande won '2nd prize for Poster presentation' in State Level Seminar on "Advancing Entrepreneurship: Inspiring Young People" on dated 21st - 22nd December.

Academic year 2019-20

B.voc Interior designing students continue to excel. here are just some of the examples of our student achievements from the year 2019-20:                              Hrutuja Karande and Megha Jadhav, an interior designing (second year) student received an 1^st  prize for rangoli compition' in inter college science exhibition ( poster, model & rangoli competition 2019). Under DBT STAR college scheme on the auspicious occasion of birthday of Hon. Shri. Sharad Pawar.

Hrutuja Karande, Pratiksha Kadam, Shrisanhan Valse, Aditya Banker, Sakshi Dhage, Pratiksha Tajane, Ashwini Vairagad, Drishya Nair an interior designing students received an certificate of appreciation for successful participation in olympaid/ workshop on “Human Rights Indian Judiciary System & The Constitution Of India.”

Abhishek Baisane, Sumit Walke, Vrushali Bharambe, Yashashree Govilkar, Megha Jadhav, Hrutuja Karande, Neha Sable, Siddhi Tupe, Pramod Pawar, Sarang Yadav an interior designing students received an certificate of appreciation for successfully showcased innovative projects in one day workshop on “Entrepreneurship & startups in Basic Science.”                                                                                                                         

 Academic year 2020-2021

B.voc interior designing students continue to excel. Here are just some of the examples of our student achievements from the current year:

Hrutuja Karande student of  T.Y.B.Voc (Interior Designing) have made this beautiful rangoli on the occasion of birthday celebration of Sharadchandraji Pawar Saheb.

Megha Jadhav and Neha Sable student of  T.Y.B.Voc (Interior Designing) have got selected as a intern in creative architect and interior designing firm.

Interior designing students successfully participated in “Yoga from home Activity” which is arranged by department of physical education and sports and N.S.S on the occasion of 7^th International yoga day.

Interior designing students successfully participated in “Covid Care protocol” which is arranged by department of physical education and sports and N.S.S.

Teaching Methods

Lecture Method

• There are 2 and 4 lectures per week for the 2 credit and 4 credit courses respectively. Duration of each lecture is 60 minutes.
• Teaching is done through demonstration.
• Apart from books actual industrial experience is shared in lectures.

Laboratory Methods

• We encourage our students to understand design process and work out innovative design solutions.
• To enhance designing skills Studio exercises are given to students.
• Design projects with real scenarios are given.

ICT

• Power point presentations is presented to the students.
• Video tutorials of various design activities and construction techniques are used for better understanding of students.
• Google classroom facility is used by the faculty and students. Assignments, teaching-learning material, PowerPoint presentations are shared through google classroom. 

Experiential Learning

• Students are advised to conduct regular market surveys.
• To enhance presentation skills case studies are presented by students.
• To prepare students for the profession, students are juried for their design projects and given a chance to interact with professional designers.

PLACEMENT OF UG

PLACEMENT OF UG AC.YR. 2020-21 (BATCH 2018-19)
SR. NO.	STUDENTS NAMES	NAME OF COMPANY/INDUSTRY
1.	BHARAMBE VRUSHALI	CSJ INTERIORS
2.	GOVILKAR YASHASHRI	Architects eye
3.	JADHAV MEGHA	Infinity interiors.
4.	KARANDE HRUTUJA	Versatile Studio.
5.	SABLE NEHA	Kreative architects and interior designers.
6.	SHAIKH ALFIA	Infosys.
7.	TUPE SIDDHI	Studio Untitled.
8.	WALKE SUMIT	Kreative architects and interior designers.

 

PLACEMENT OF UG ACADEMIC YEAR 2021-22 (BATCH 2019-20)
SR. NO.	STUDENTS NAMES	NAME OF COMPANY/INDUSTRY
1	BORATE PANKAJ	Gurus Interior and exterior.
2	DHAGE SAKSHI	Kalaketu kreations.
3	GHULE VIKAS	Wood planet interiors.
4	INAMDAR MUSKAN	PK Design Studio.
5	INGOLE SALONI	Gajamor designs.
6	KADAM HITESH	Wood planet interiors.
7	KAPALE DATTAPRASAD	Wood planet interiors.
8	LANDGE PURVA	360 degree designs.
9	NAGARKAR TANAYA	Kalaketu kreations.
10	PAWAR PRAMOD	Silver space design studio interior & architecture.
11	REUR ARPITA	Kalaketu kreations.
12	SAKHARE RUTUJA	Visual reality.
13	SHELKE ASHITOSH	Modernative spaces – interior design studio.
14	SHINGADE VIRESH	Kam’s designer zone.
15	TAJANE PRATIKSHA	Godawari constructions.
16	VAIRAGAD ASHWINI	Neeta kulkarni and associates.
17	YADAV SARANG	VK:I Interiors

 

PLACEMENT OF UG ACADEMIC YEAR 2022-23 (BATCH 2020-21)
Sr. No	STUDENTS FULL NAME	FIRM / OFFICE NAME
1	DADGAL VAISHNAVI SURESH	TG_ARCHITECTS, KHAMGAON ROAD.
2	JAISWAL AKANKSHA RAVINDRA	SAMRUDDHI INTERIORS, NIGADI PRADHIKARAN.
3	KALBHOR AAKANKSHA AVINASH	SAMRUDDHI INTERIORS, NIGADI PRADHIKARAN.
4	LANDE RUSHIKESH RAHUL	KARTIK FURNITURE, MALHAR MARKET VIKAS NAGAR.
5	MOURYA SAURABH RAMSHISH	CORPORATE SKYLINE PVT. LTD.
6	PATIL TEJASWINI PRAKASH	PRAXIS CONSULTANTS,
7	SANAS OMKAR RAMESH	KARTIK FURNITURE, MALHAR MARKET VIKAS NAGAR.
8	SHINDE TUSHAR BALU	SB HUB, SHIVAJINAGAR, PUNE.

 

PLACEMENT OF UG ACADEMIC YEAR 2023-24 (BATCH 2021-22)
SR. NO	STUDENTS FULL NAME	FIRM / OFFICE NAME
1	BANKAR DARSHAN AJAY	EKA Turnkey solutions pvt. Ltd.
2	CHANDANE PAYAL PANDURANG	CSPL Corporate skyline pvt. Ltd
3	CHAUDHARI SNEHAL LAXMAN	Antarang Design Studio
4	HAJARI MUSKAN ZAKIR	Emmanuel Interior Decorator
5	KHAN RUBY AMRIL	freelancer
6	LALKA POOJA KHUSHAL	freelancer
7	MORE AKSHATA ASHOK	freelancer
8	THARKUDE SHREYA PRAKASH	Advent Associates, Engineers & Interior Designers.
9	WABLE MRUNMAYI SANJAY	EKA Turnkey solutions pvt. Ltd.