About Us

We are delighted by your interest in our areas of specialization and creative studies, and are certain that the need for education and expertise in these fields will continue to grow in our creative world. Our Institute has earned a professional reputation for preparing students for national and international careers. We are committed to strengthening this reputation by building upon tradition and encouraging innovation, but above all by ensuring the professional success of our students, whether they choose to pursue careers in fashion or interior industry. Whichever path they follow, they will benefit from an education that combines intellectual rigour with a practical focus, to allow them to make a beneficial impact on our world.
Prof. Salam KhanProf. Salam Khan is, the founder director of Academy of Art & Design, himself a interior designer and a well known name in education field with experience of over 2 decades in interior design industry. He has done some of the prestigious interior projects in India and abroad. He is also a visiting lecturer with reputed college of Mumbai and Nat Mumbai A thought to establish an Institution that would serve mankind for hundreds of years crossed his mind during 1999 which sowed the seed for the beginning of Creative Educational & Charitable Trust. The Trust was established in 2001 with the intention of establishing institutions that of high standards.

Academy of Art & Design was the first Institution in Navi Mumbai that had shaped up from his vision to serve the needy with quality education. His intention was to eliminate unemployment to the maximum extent and thus introduce job-oriented courses. His emphasis was always on quality education. His Dynamic and intelligent leadership had lead to the phenomenal growth of the Academy.

He was on the jury of Designer Hunt India 2004 (the only open fashion design competition for all India Fashion Design Institutes) for selecting the best hands among the best fashion design students from whole of INDIA.

He has been invited as a jury member for Kohinoor School of Business, Mumbai’s – Annual Day & Fashion Show. He was honored with Builders Association of Navi Mumbai (BANM) plaque for exemplary work in Interior Architecture.

He has conducted workshop on Home Improvement in Navi Mumbai which had great success. He has been invited as an expert advisor by ETV Marathi for YUVABHARAT & Swapna Eka Gharache programs. He has been interviewed by IBN Lolcmat — Marathi, DNA Navi Mumbai, Times of India (Navi Mumbai) etc. Has been invited as Chief Guest for various schools and college fashion shows & annual functions.
 

Interior Design Skills90%
Proficiency in AutoCAD & 3D Max90%
Professional Practice80%

Shabnam Khan DeshmukhShabnam Khan Deshmukh, a Fashion Designer from Navi Mumbai who had the vision and courage to get away from the beaten track and create courses through vision, risk and initiative which today influences students of academy to do their best in life. Her vision aims at creating fashion designers which will not only provide employment and create wealth but make a positive difference to fashion industry.

By capitalizing on her sharp business acumen, technical expertise, interpersonal skills, and strategic mindset, among other attributes, she was instrumental in penetrating new markets and achieving unprecedented growth for academy.

She has been invited as Chief Guest and Judge for various Fashion Shows & Personality Development contest in reputed colleges of Mumbai & Navi Mumbai. She is also a visiting lecturer in reputed colleges and institutes in Mumbai & Navi Mumbai. She has instituted significant qualitative and quantitative improvements in such departments as interior and fashion, and the implementation of effective ideas that boosted productivity cut lead times, and dramatically enhanced student’s personality.

 

Fashion Design Skills90%
Proficiency in CorelDRAW & Adobe Illustrator90%
Professional Practice80%

Courses

Academy of Art & Design® offers several professional courses in art, design and allied fields. We are committed to providing our students with quality & professional educational experience. Many opportunities to enhance your education are provided beyond the traditional classroom experience. You'll have the opportunity to participate in profession related organizations, specialized workshops, guest lectures, field trips, and study programs.

Post Graduate | Degree UGC Approved & Government of India Recognised

MFD – Master of Fashion Design – 2 years (BFA/BFD or graduation + Advance Diploma in Fashion Design)

MFD – Master of Fashion Design – (2 Years)

Semester I

Core I – Fashion Illustration
Core II – Pattern Making
Core III – Textile Studies
Core IV- History of Fashion
Core I Practical – Fashion Illustration
Core II Practical – Pattern Making
Fashion Communication Skill (Seminar)

 

Semester II

Core I – CAD in Fashion
Core II – Grading
Core III – Weaving & Knitting Technology
Core IV- History of World Costume
Core I Practical – CAD in Fashion
Core II Practical – Grading
(Portfolio) Fashion Photography

 

 

Semester III

Core I – Garment Production Technology
Core II – Research Designing & Planning
3 (a) Elective I- Film & Theater Costume
  or
3(b) Elective –II Fashion Accessory Design
4(a) Foundation – I (annexure)
  or
4(b) Core III Fashion Marketing
P-1   Core I Practical – Garment Production Technology
S-1(a)              Elective I Sessional 
S-1(b)  Elective II Sessional
P-2       Craft survey & Documentation

 

Semester IV

Core I – Conceptual Design Development
Core II – Visual Merchandising
3(a) Elective I- Fashion Show Management
  or
3(b) Elective –II Fashion forecasting
4(a) Foundation – 2 (annexure)
  or
4(b) Core III Makeup & Styling
4P-1     Core I Practical – Conceptual Design Development
4P-2     Research Project, Research Project viva & Internship
4S-2     Research Seminar

B.F.A. – Bachelor of Fine Arts : Fashion Design – 4 Years – (10+2 from any Recognised Board & Any Stream)

B.F.A. – Bachelor of Fine Arts : Fashion Design – (4 Years)

Semester I

Overview of Fashion Industry
Fundamentals of Design I
Visualization and Drawing Techniques
Pattern Making and Sewing Techniques I
Colour Techniques
Communication Skills
Environmental Studies

 

Semester II

History of Art, Design and Fashion I
Fundamentals of Design II
Design Process
Pattern Making and Sewing Techniques II
Fashion Illustration I
Mini Project I

 

Semester III

History of Art, Design and Fashion II
Textiles
Creative Design
Pattern Making and Sewing Techniques III
Fashion Illustration II
Digital Designing

Semester IV

History of Art, Design and Fashion III
Fabric Processing and Surface Design
Prototype Development
Pattern Making and Sewing Techniques IV
Fashion Illustration III
Mini Project II

 

 

Semester V

History of Art, Design and Fashion IV
Fabric Processing and Surface Design II
Draping I
Pattern Making and Sewing Techniques V
Digital Fashion Illustration
Overview of Fashion Marketing

Semester VI

Fashion Forecasting
Draping II
Fashion Merchandising
Portfolio Development

Semester VII

Apparel Production Management
Apparel Grading
Computer Aided Designing I
Research Methodology
Overview of Accounting and Finance
Elective :
Fashion Photography
Fashion Accessories
Fashion Styling

 

Semester VIII

Computer Aided Designing II
Elective :
Fashion Journalism
Home Furnishings and Interiors
Technical Textiles
Open Elective
Entrepreneurship
Internship

  

B.Sc. – Textile Design – 3 years (10+2 from any Recognized Board & Any Stream)

B.Sc. – Bachelor of Science in Textile Design – (3 Years)

Semester I

Introduction to the Global Fashion & Textile Industry
Introduction to Apparel Manufacturing Techniques – I
Elements of Design – I
Drawing for Textile Design – I
Fundamentals of Textiles – I
History of Fashion – I
Computer Applications – I
English – I
Behavioural Science – I
Foreign Language – I

 

Semester II

Introduction to Apparel Manufacturing Techniques – II
Elements of Design – II
Drawing for Textile Design
Fundamentals of Textiles – II
History of Fashion – II
Computer Applications – II
Traditional Embroideries
Environment Studies
English – II
Behavioural Science – II
Foreign Language – II

 

Semester III

Fundamentals of Textiles – III
Marketing & Merchandising – I
Computer Applications – III
Fashion Forecasting – I
Fabric Construction – I
Surface Design Techniques – I
Summer Assignment (Evaluation)
Fashion Art & Design
Quality Analysis & Assurance of Textiles – I
Communication Skills – I
Behavioural Science – III
Foreign Language – III

 

 

Semester IV

Marketing & Merchandising – II
Fashion Promotion – II
Fashion Journalism – II
Visual Merchandising – II
Fashion Photography – II
Fashion Communication Strategy
Fashion Forecasting – II
Computer Applications – IV
Communication Skills – II
Behavioural Science – IV
Foreign Language – IV

 

Semester V

Marketing & Merchandising – III
Craft Survey & Documentation
Portfolio Development
Computer Applications – V
Costing for Textiles & Apparel
Practical Training (Evaluation)
Communication Skills – III
Behavioural Science – V
Foreign Language – V

 

Semester VI

Marketing & Merchandising – IV
Graduation Design Collection
Communication Skills – IV
Behavioural Science – VI
Foreign Language – VI

Govt. Courses NBTE Approved & Government of India Recognised

Certificate in Fashion & Clothing Technology (FCT) – 1 Year

Certificate in Fashion & Clothing Technology (FCT) – 10th Pass – One Year

Diploma in Fashion & Clothing Technology (FCT) – 2 Years

Diploma in Fashion & Clothing Technology (FCT) – 10th Pass – Two Years

Diploma | Advance Diploma | Professional Diploma

1 Year Diploma in Fashion Designing

Diploma in Fashion Designing (1 Year)

Semester I

Fashion Designing
Foundation Fashion Illustration
Basic of Drawing, Painting & Shading
Embroidery Designing
Basic of Drafting, Cutting & Stitching

Semester II

Elements & Principles of Fashion Designing
Fashion Illustration
Pattern Drafting, Cutting & Stitching
Embroidery Designing
Drawing, Painting & Shading
Jewellery & Accessories Designing
Picture Folder

2 Years Advance Diploma in Fashion Designing & Technology

Advance Diploma in Fashion Designing & Technology (2 Years)

Semester I

Fashion Designing
Foundation Fashion Illustration
Basic of Drawing, Painting & Shading
Embroidery Designing
Basic of Drafting, Cutting & Stitching

 

Semester II

Elements & Principles of Fashion Designing
Fashion Illustration
Pattern Drafting, Cutting & Stitching
Embroidery Designing
Drawing, Painting & Shading
Jewellery & Accessories Designing
Picture Folder

 

 

Semester III

Fashion Designing Techniques
Advance Fashion Illustration
Textile Designing
Indian State wise Textiles

 

Semester IV

Indian Costumes
World Costumes
Advance Drawing, Painting & Shading
Traditional Embroidery
Computerized Fashion Illustration
Life History of Famous Fashion Designer
Tie & Dye Project

 

 

 

 

3 Years Professional Diploma in Fashion Designing & Apparel Management

Professional Diploma in Fashion Designing & Apparel Management (3 Years)

Semester I

Fashion Designing
Foundation Fashion Illustration
Basic of Drawing, Painting & Shading
Embroidery Designing
Basic of Drafting, Cutting & Stitching

 

Semester II

Elements & Principles of Fashion Designing
Fashion Illustration
Pattern Drafting, Cutting & Stitching
Embroidery Designing
Drawing, Painting & Shading
Jewellery & Accessories Designing
Picture Folder

 

Semester III

Fashion Designing Techniques
Advance Fashion Illustration
Textile Designing
Indian State wise Textiles

 

 

Semester V

Fashion Merchandising
Fashion Analysis & Forecasting
History of Fashion Designing
Apparel Styling & Construction
Boutique Management
Fashion Show

 

Semester IV

Indian Costumes
World Costumes
Advance Drawing, Painting & Shading
Traditional Embroidery
Computerized Fashion Illustration
Life History of Famous Fashion Designer
Tie & Dye Project

 

Semester VI

Fashion Reading & Draping
Men’s Wear Designing
Men’s Wear Stitching
Market Research
Fashion Show Production & Exhibition

 

 

 

 

 

3 Years in 1 Year Professional Diploma in Fashion Designing & Apparel Management (FAST TRACK)

FAST TRACK – 3 Years in 1 Year – Professional Diploma in Fashion Designing & Apparel Management

Semester I

Fashion Designing
Foundation Fashion Illustration
Basic of Drawing, Painting & Shading
Embroidery Designing
Basic of Drafting, Cutting & Stitching

 

Semester II

Elements & Principles of Fashion Designing
Fashion Illustration
Pattern Drafting, Cutting & Stitching
Embroidery Designing
Drawing, Painting & Shading
Jewellery & Accessories Designing
Picture Folder

 

Semester III

Fashion Designing Techniques
Advance Fashion Illustration
Textile Designing
Indian State wise Textiles

 

 

Semester IV

Indian Costumes
World Costumes
Advance Drawing, Painting & Shading
Traditional Embroidery
Computerized Fashion Illustration
Life History of Famous Fashion Designer
Tie & Dye Project

 

Semester V

Fashion Merchandising
Fashion Analysis & Forecasting
History of Fashion Designing
Apparel Styling & Construction
Boutique Management
Fashion Show

 

Semester VI

Fashion Reading & Draping
Men’s Wear Designing
Men’s Wear Stitching
Market Research
Fashion Show Production & Exhibition

Degree UGC Approved & Government of India Recognised

B.Sc. ID – Bachelor of Science in Interior Design – 3 years (10+2 or Advance Diploma in Interior Design)

B.Sc. ID – Bachelor of Science in Interior Design – (3 Years)

Semester I

General Proficiency & Communicative English
Language
Indian Constitution
Fundamental s of Design
Engineering Materials-I
Graphic Design-I
Free Hand Drawing
Building Components-I
Modeling Workshop
Extra Curricular& curricular Activities

 

Semester II

General Proficiency & Communicative English
Language
Human Rights
Theory of Interior Design
Engineering Materials-II
Graphic Design-II
Design Studio
Building Components-II
Site survey
Extra Curricular& curricular Activities

 

Semester III

Indian Art & Architecture
Engineering Materials – III
Soft Furnishing & Fitting
Environmental design
CAD-I
Design Studio-II
Geometrical Modeling

 

 

Semester V

Marketing Management
Building & Interior Services-II
Estimation & Specification
Interior Perspectives
Design  Visualization
Presentation & Technique
In-House Training

 

Semester IV

Furniture Design
Landscape design
Building & Interior Services-I
CAD-II
Color in Interiors
Electrical & Plumbing
Design Studio-II
Seminar

 

Semester VI

Professional Practice
Cost Accounting
Project Management
Research Work
Project Work

Govt. Courses NBTE Approved & Government of India Recognised

Certificate in Interior Design & Technology (CIDT) – 1 Year

Certificate in Interior Design & Technology (CIDT) – 10th Pass – One Year

Diploma in Interior Design & Technology (DIDT) – 2 Years

Diploma in Interior Design & Technology (DIDT) – 10th Pass – Two Years

Diploma | Advance Diploma | Professional Diploma

1 Year Diploma in Interior Designing

Diploma in Interior Designing (1 Year)

Semester I

Basic Technical Drawings
Design Principles
Furniture

Semester II

Technical Drawing – 1
Planning & Designing – 1
(Residential Project – 1 BHK)
Interior & Building Material

2 Years Advance Diploma in Interior Designing & Decoration

Advance Diploma in Interior Designing & Decoration (2 Years)

Semester I

Basic Technical Drawings
Design Principles
Furniture

Semester II

Technical Drawing – 1
Planning & Designing – 1
(Residential Project – 1 BHK)
Interior & Building Material

Semester III

Technical Drawing – II
Planning & Designing – II
(Residential Project – 2 BHK)
Future Interior Design Trends

Semester IV

Computer Aided Designing
(CAD 2D) Residential Project – Bungalow
Planning & Designing – III
(Commercial Project – Office)
Interior Model Making

 

 

 

 

3 Years Professional Diploma in Interior Designing & Space Management

Professional Diploma in Interior Designing & Space Management (3 Years)

Semester I

Basic Technical Drawings
Design Principles
Furniture

 

Semester II

Technical Drawing – 1
Planning & Designing – 1
(Residential Project – 1 BHK)
Interior & Building Material

 

Semester III

Technical Drawing – II
Planning & Designing – II
(Residential Project – 2 BHK)
Future Interior Design Trends

 

Semester IV

Computer Aided Designing
(CAD 2D) Residential Project – Bungalow
Planning & Designing – III
(Commercial Project – Office)
Interior Model Making

 

Semester V

Computer Aided Designing (CAD 3D)
(Commercial Project – Retail Showroom)
Building Construction
Estimating & Tendering

 

Semester VI

Planning & Designing – III
(Hospitality Project – Restaurant)
Interior Design Business Management (DBM)
Advance Interior Design Services

 

 

 

 

 

3 Years in 1 Year Professional Diploma in Fashion Designing & Apparel Management (FAST TRACK)

FAST TRACK – 3 Years in 1 Years – Professional Diploma in Interior Designing & Space Management

Semester I

Basic Technical Drawings
Design Principles
Furniture

 

Semester II

Technical Drawing – 1
Planning & Designing – 1
(Residential Project – 1 BHK)
Interior & Building Material

 

Semester III

Technical Drawing – II
Planning & Designing – II
(Residential Project – 2 BHK)
Future Interior Design Trends

 

Semester IV

Computer Aided Designing
(CAD 2D) Residential Project – Bungalow
Planning & Designing – III
(Commercial Project – Office)
Interior Model Making

 

Semester V

Computer Aided Designing (CAD 3D)
(Commercial Project – Retail Showroom)
Building Construction
Estimating & Tendering

 

Semester VI

Planning & Designing – III
(Hospitality Project – Restaurant)
Interior Design Business Management (DBM)
Advance Interior Design Services

Govt. Courses NBTE Approved & Government of India Recognised

Certificate in Tailoring – 3 Months

Certificate in Tailoring – 5th Pass – 3 Months

Certificate in Dress Designing – 3 Months

Certificate in Dress Designing – 5th Pass – 3 Months

Diploma | Advance Diploma

Diploma in Fashion Tailoring (3 Months)

Diploma in Fashion Tailoring (3 Months)

Knowledge of Tailoring Tools
Sewing Machine Operation
Managing Sewing Machine
Hook and Buttons
Pleats & Frills
Placket
Potli Button
Piping with Fabric
Piping with Cord Doori
Pin Tucks
Simple Neck
Pattern Neck
Loops and Buttons
Elastics
Zips
Nappy
Baby Jabla
Baby Knicker

Saree Petticoat
Simple Skirt
Simple Baby Frock
Flared Baby Frock
Frilled Baby Frock
Simple Kurta
Kurta with Pattern
Simple Salwar
Anarkali Kurta
Churidar
Simple Saree Blouse
Katori Saree Blouse
Blouse with Pattern
Pajama
Nightie
Lucknowi Kali Kurti
A-Line Top

Advance Diploma in Fashion Tailoring & Garment Construction (3 Months)

Advance Diploma in Fashion Tailoring & Garment Construction (3 Months)

Patiala Salwar
Dhoti Slawar
Katori Saree Blouse
Blouse with Patterns
Princess Cut Saree Blouse
Box Pleat Skit
Knife Pleated Skirt
Baloon Skirt
Kali Skirt
Fish Cut Skirt
Anarkali Kurta

 

Umbrella Suit
Top With Collar
Lehanga Choli
Gharara
Capri
Cowl Neck Top
Halter Top
One Piece Dress
Evening Gowns
Ladies Shirt
Corset

 

 

 

 

Portfolios | Events

A portfolio is a collection of student work that can demonstrate learning and be used as an effective assessment tool. The portfolio complexity can range from a simple collection of teacher-identified student assignments to a more complex student-driven product demonstrating learning standards with the teacher evaluating mastery of content for a grade. A portfolio can be completed as a short-term project or a comprehensive one that spans over the education year.

Testimonials

  • “Their work on education has made a significant different to our society. We’ve seen lot of increase in professionals in the field of Fashion & Interior Design which has been pretty remarkable – but I’d always like to see more!”

    Shri. Balaram Patil Saheb – MLA – Maharashtra Legislative Council Konkan Teachers MLA
  • “I just wanted to share a quick note and let you know that you guys do a really good job. I’m glad I decided to be the Chief Guest of your Fashion Show. It’s really a great show and how professional your students are to update and manage it very well. I never have seen such a talent. Good Luck & Good Going”

    Eijaz Khan – Film & Television Actor
  • “Great education and professional atmosphere. They do their best to prepare students for the real world and encourage students to think out of box”

    Lekha Mukund – Film & Television Actress : माझिया माहेर – Sulbha (Pallavi chi Aai)
  • “If you ever get a chance to experience what this academy has to offer and see what past students have done and what types of projects current students are working on, you will be wildly impressed with how talented these young people are!”

    Rehman Khan – Actor & Stand-Up Comedian
  • “Highly recommend Academy of Art & Design for students who thrive in a smaller environment. The education and skills imparted here is very competitive and as per industry standards. I wish them good luck and progress”

    Yusuf Dohadwala – Managing Director & CEO at Peppermint Communications Pvt. Ltd.

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Celebrities & Media

  • Eijaz Khan
    Actor – Film & Television

    Eijaz Khan is an Indian film and television actor. He rose to fame by playing the lead roles in Balaji Telefilms serials Kkavyanjali, and Kyaa Hoga Nimmo Kaa. He last appeared in the leading role of Raidhan Raj Katara in the Sony TV program Yeh Moh Moh Ke Dhaagey.

  • Shri. Balaram Patil Saheb – MLA
    Maharashtra Legislative Council Konkan Teachers MLA

    विधान परिषद सदस्य (शिक्षक आमदार), महाराष्ट्र राज्य (कोकण शिक्षक मतदार संघ).
    अध्यक्ष, रयत शिक्षण संस्था, कोकण विभाग.
    सदस्य, महाविदयालय विकास समिती, रयत शिक्षण संस्थेचे, वीर वाजेकर आर्टस्, सायन्स, अॅण्ड कॉमर्स कॉलेज, फुंडे, उरण.
    अध्यक्ष, माजी आमदार दत्तूशेठ पाटील शिक्षण प्रसारक मंडळ, पनवेल.
    चेअरमन, कोकण एज्युकेशन सोसायटीचे व्ही. के. हायस्कुल, पनवेल.
    अध्यक्ष, रायगड जिल्हा अॅथेलेटिक्स असोशिएशन.
    अध्यक्ष, कुस्तीगीर संघटना, रायगड.

  • Rehman Khan
    Actor & Stand-Up Comedian

    A celebrated Indian stand up comedian and a film actor. He participated in Comedy Circus 2 (2008), Comedy Circus Chincpokli to China, Comedy Circus 20 20 with Rakshanda Khan, Comedy ka Mahasangram with Karishma Tanna, Jubilee Comedy Circus with Saloni Daini, Comedy Ke Superstar with Usha Nadkarni and many more.

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Contact Us

Academy of Art & Design is located at C-212, 2nd Floor, Nerul Railway Station Complex, Nerul (E), Navi Mumbai – 400706. It is very close to the upcoming Central Business District (CBD) & Vashi. We are easily accessible from Harbour line of railway network. The Nerul BEST Depot is just 5 minutes walk from our academy.