PRAGATI SHARMA

Dream ✔ Believe ✔ Achieve ✔ I am a design student who sees materials not merely as resources, but as living stories shaped by time, climate, and human hands. Every natural material carries its own journey — marks of weather, touch, and use. To me, these imperfections are not flaws. They are signs of honesty, age, and life, making each material unique and deeply meaningful. Natural materials teach me patience. They do not always behave the way we expect, and that is what makes working with them special. I believe sustainability is not a passing trend or a design choice, but a responsibility we hold as designers towards our environment, our communities, and the future. Designing with care means respecting what nature offers and using it mindfully. My practice is rooted in hands-on exploration. By working directly with materials, I begin to understand their strength, limitations, and true potential. Touching, shaping, testing, and sometimes breaking materials helps me build a deeper connection with them beyond theory or visuals. My learning journey is guided by making, failing, and observing. Every material teaches me something new — not just about its properties, but about adaptability, sensitivity, and respect for process. Failure becomes a step forward, and observation becomes my strongest tool. With my growing knowledge and skills, I aim to create meaningful and responsible designs that value circularity, celebrate material integrity, and encourage a deeper connection between people and the natural world.