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from serious Usability to trendy product styling

from hobby to marketable Fashion Accessories

from spending time meaningfully to gaining health benefits

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Founder Director

C.Mohan, Industrial Designer by education, Artist by hobby
 

  • Graduate of Industrial Design from NID, Ahmedabad

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  • Jewelry Manufacturing arts from Gemological INstiutte of America, Los Angeles. US

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  • CUA - Chief Usability Analyst from Human Factors International, Pondicherry

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  • Professor at Accessory Design Department, NIFT, New Delhi

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  • Chairperson of Accessory Design Department,  at NIFT, Bengaluru,

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  • Professor, Industrial Design Department, DJ. Academy of Design, Coimbatore

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  • Co-founder of TIDEs - THAZHAL institute OF DESIGN AND ENVIRONMENTAL STUDIES, 

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Welcome to Off-Center for design - the online Art & Design academy

In the world of engineering, we are taught to find the "Right" answer—the black or the white. But life and innovation happen in the Greys.

Off-Center for Design was founded on the belief that design is not just about making things look good; it is a way of thinking, a method for problem-solving, and a tool for personal and professional survival. We bridge the gap between technical feasibility and human desire.

Rooted in NID's  classical pedagogy, colloborated with NIFT's style, and HFI learning ...

Our Dual MIssion

1. For the Professional & Engineer (Age 35-45)

At this stage of your career, technical skill is a given. What sets a leader apart is the ability to navigate ambiguity. We help you move from Product Execution to Design Leadership.

  • The Goal: To infuse your R&D and engineering rigor with "Design DNA"—making your output not just functional, but meaningful.

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For engineers: Industrial Design for the R&D Professional. Master Design without leaving your Career

v-1 -  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FmqNoLFtbAw​

v-2- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Otar11OqSh0​

v-3 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZXmwrUlRmjk​

v-4   https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1_L8NMdPZOE&t=1s

2. For the Creative & Homemaker (Age 30-60)

For home makers:
Art & Fashion Accessory Design for the Home makers. Sketch the artiste in you without loosing your life

Your intuition is your greatest asset. We provide the professional scaffolding to turn that intuition into a disciplined practice.

  • The Goal: To empower you to build a legacy, whether it’s a design studio or a luxury brand, without compromising the values of the home front.

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Why us ...!

Design Education, Reimagined: The NID Legacy Meets Your Future

Whether you are an engineer looking to scale new heights or a homemaker ready to launch your own creative empire, our program bridges the gap between technical skill and design intuition.

  • Career Transformation: We help engineers secure high-impact promotions and salary hikes, while empowering homemakers to become successful home-based entrepreneurs.

  • The NID Pedagogy: Experience the legendary 1980s Ahmedabad learning style—a deep-dive approach centered on discovery, insight, and hands-on creation.

  • Small Batches, Big Focus: With a strict limit of 20 students per batch, you receive the personalized mentorship and attention you deserve.

  • A Robust Portfolio: Complete five diverse design projects before tackling your final Diploma project, ensuring you graduate with a professional-grade body of work.

  • Global Networking: Engage with industry-leading designers who join us to teach, share stories, and guide your journey.

  • Personalized Pace: This isn't a "run-of-the-mill" course. Every assignment is exclusive, and we accommodate your individual learning pace.

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