Nokia Opens First Design Studio in India

8/2/2007

Nokia has chosen India as the first location in a series of satellite design studios that it plans to establish in design hot spots around the world, signaling the increasing impact the country is having on the development of mobile phones. Established via a two year partnership with the Srishti School of Art, Design and Technology in Bangalore, the Bangalore satellite studio is part of Nokia's ongoing investment in design.
"India is a dynamic and inspiring place for designers with its diverse mix of cultures, traditions and color," says Nokia's Chief Designer Alastair Curtis. "Reflecting India's status as one of the hottest countries for design right now I expect our work here to influence not only our thinking on new design trends and ideas for India, but also for many other markets around the world."
Design trends and themes that will be explored at the satellite studio include detailed research into color and material trends in India, mobile use of the internet in India and its implications for design, and examining innovative new features and uses for mobiles.

Earlier this year the company established a new design studio for its design team at its Global headquarters in Espoo, Finland, and plans to open a similar studio for its design team in London later this year. Globally, it has grown its design team with 50 new hires in the last year.