“I have two pieces of advice for aspiring designers. First, don't be afraid to ask questions, even if you think they’re silly. Second, it’s often better to ask for forgiveness than permission.”

In a panel at Economic Times Designscape 2024, Principal Asha Sairam spoke of the importance of strong fundamentals, gaining hands-on experience, and developing a deep understanding of socio-cultural contexts, in order to design meaningfully.