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Prof. Mukund Wagh

POSITION

Assistant Professor | Designer | Furniture Design Expert | Prototyping Specialist

DEPARTMENT

School of Design

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Bio

Prof. Mukund Wagh is a seasoned designer and educator with three decades of professional expertise spanning furniture design, product manufacturing, and workshop development. Transitioning from a successful 17-year industrial career to academia in 2011, he bridges the gap between conceptual design and tangible execution. His pedagogy is grounded in hands-on craftsmanship, emphasizing material fluency, functional prototyping, and practical sustainability. He is dedicated to mentoring students in translating complex ideas into functional realities through rigorous studio practice.

Professional Experience

Currently serving as an Assistant Professor at the MIT School of Design, Vishwaprayag University (Solapur), Prof. Wagh conducts specialized courses in Material Studios and Product Design. His academic leadership includes a tenure as Studio In-charge at DJ Academy of Design (2019–2024), where he built the Industrial Design studio from scratch, and roles at Vishwakarma University and Symbiosis Institute of Design, where he guided large-scale metal installations.

Prior to education, he was the Proprietor of Mukund Furniture Works (1994–2011), executing customized solutions for architects and exhibition stalls (Auto-Expo, Tool Tech). Notable industry contributions include manufacturing a large-scale stainless-steel sculpture for Suzlon’s corporate office and co-developing sustainable packaging for Duke bikes.

Skills & Core Competencies

  • Studio Management: Space planning, machinery procurement, and safety guideline implementation.
  • Technical Proficiency: Comprehensive knowledge of manufacturing processes, material properties, and production efficiency.
  • Mentorship: Guiding students from ideation to full-scale functional prototyping.

Qualification

  • MFA by Research (Illustration) – Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Marathwada University, Aurangabad
  • G.D. Art (Applied Arts – Illustration) – Abhinav Kala Mahavidyalaya, Pune

Areas of Research

  • Product & Furniture Design: Bespoke residential/hospital furniture, modular systems, and stainless-steel installations.
  • Prototyping & Manufacturing: Advanced model making in wood, metal, clay, and plastic; manufacturing process design.
  • Studio Development: Setup and upgrading of fully functional Industrial Design studios and safety protocols.
  • Workshop & Skills Training: Hands-on material exploration, "Best out of Waste" initiatives, and machinery demonstrations.