Arun Sivakumar

Co-Founder

Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India6 yrs 4 mos experience

Key Highlights

Founder of Thudak Design Studio
Expert in sustainable material applications
Passionate about experiential learning and workshops

Stackforce AI infers this person is an experienced professional in sustainable design and architecture with a focus on education and hands-on learning.

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Skills

Core Skills

Industrial DesignAcademicianArchitectural DesignSustainable Design

Other Skills

Interior DesignFoundation DesignProject ManagementMaterial ExplorationInterior ArchitectureConceptual DesigningClay ModellingTerracottaProduct DesignProduct DevelopmentGraphic DesignIllustrationPaintingSketchingArt

About

I am an industrial designer, architect, and educator with a strong focus on hands-on learning through workshops and material exploration. Over the years, I have conducted numerous workshops for students, professionals, and corporate teams, specializing in paludariums, cement tableware, and sustainable material applications. My workshops are designed to foster creativity, craftsmanship, and ecological awareness by blending traditional techniques with contemporary design. As the founder of Thudak Design Studio, I also create nature-inspired products using terracotta, cement, and other sustainable materials, available at www.thudakindia.com. In addition to my work in design and workshops, I am an academician and visiting faculty, mentoring aspiring designers and architects to push the boundaries of material innovation. Passionate about experiential learning, I am always looking to collaborate on workshops, training programs, and design initiatives. Let’s connect!

Experience

6 yrs 4 mos

Total Experience

1 yr 5 mos

Average Tenure

10 mos

Current Experience

Dot school of design

Associate Professor

Jul 2025 – Present · 10 mos · Ambattur, Tamil Nadu, India · On-site

Mentoring students across Industrial Design, Interior Design, and Foundation programs with a focus on studio-based learning, material exploration, and critical thinking. Responsibilities include developing curriculum, guiding project-based learning, and fostering interdisciplinary collaboration. Emphasis on hands-on design processes and real-world application.

Industrial DesignInterior DesignFoundation DesignProject ManagementMaterial ExplorationAcademician

The studio glace

Founding Partner

Apr 2025 – Present · 1 yr 1 mo · On-site

I oversee the design and execution of projects that balance vernacular integrity with contemporary sensibilities. My role encompasses the complete design process—from conceptualization and spatial planning to material curation and on-site coordination—with a commitment to delivering spaces that are context-responsive, functional, and enduring.
I bring a multidisciplinary approach to each project, integrating architecture, interior design, and construction management to ensure cohesive and detail-oriented outcomes. With a strong emphasis on craftsmanship, sustainability, and user-centered design, I strive to create environments that resonate with both purpose and place.

Architectural DesignInterior ArchitectureSustainable DesignConceptual Designing

Thudak india

Industrial Designer

Jan 2025 – Present · 1 yr 4 mos · Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India · Hybrid

Leading Thudak India in crafting nature-inspired, sustainable designs that blend traditional craftsmanship with contemporary aesthetics. Specializing in terracotta and natural materials, We create unique home décor, functional art, and immersive paludarium experiences. Passionate about sustainability, innovation, and reconnecting people with nature through thoughtful design.

Industrial DesignSustainable DesignClay ModellingTerracotta