Architecture & Spatial Arts
3 disciplines
Kala 01
Takshana
Master Carpentry, Structural Joinery & Woodworking
Deep study of traditional wood joinery systems, structural load principles, sacred architectural woodwork, and indigenous timber selection for temple and residential construction.
↳ Architectural Joinery Specialist · Heritage Restoration Craftsman · Furniture Design Studio
Kala 02
Vastu-Vidya
Sacred Architecture, Civil Engineering & Spatial Planning
Principles of Vastu Shastra, sacred geometry, site orientation science, load-bearing structural systems, and the spatial mathematics embedded in classical Indian architecture.
↳ Heritage Architect · Vastu Consultant · Spatial Planning Specialist
Kala 09
Shayana-Rachana
Interior Architecture, Furniture Design & Lounge Layouts
Classical Indian interior composition principles, traditional furniture construction, sacred spatial ratios applied to living environments, and the integration of heritage craft into modern interiors.
↳ Heritage Interior Designer · Furniture Studio Founder · Hospitality Interior Specialist
Gemology & Metallurgy
2 disciplines
Kala 03
Rupya-Ratna-Pariksha
Gemology, Assay Analysis & Precious Metallurgy
Scientific identification of precious gemstones and metals, traditional assay techniques, hallmarking standards, gem-cutting geometry, and GI-tagged precious material authentication.
↳ Certified Gemologist · Precious Metal Assayer · Heritage Jewellery Authenticator
Kala 17
Bhushana-Yojana
Goldsmithing, Silversmithing & High-Value Jewel Assembly
Traditional goldsmithing and silversmithing techniques, Kundan and Meenakari inlay systems, precious stone setting geometry, metal alloy composition, and institutional hallmarking standards for GI-protected jewellery.
↳ Master Goldsmith · Heritage Jewellery Brand Founder · GI Jewellery Specialist
Painting, Textile & Material Arts
5 disciplines
Kala 10
Alekhya
Traditional Painting, Fresco Work & Pigment Compounding
Material science of mineral and botanical pigments, binding mediums, iconographic laws, fresco preparation and application techniques, and systematic study of regional Indian classical painting styles including Mysore, Tanjore, and Madhubani.
↳ Master Fresco Artist · Heritage Mural Designer · Pigment Specialist & Colour Consultant
Kala 11
Suchivana-Karmana
Intricate Needlework, Tailoring, Embroidery & Tapestry
Advanced embroidery systems including Kasuti, Kantha, and Zardozi, structural tailoring geometry, thread and fabric material science, and tapestry composition grounded in regional Karnataka traditions.
↳ Master Embroidery Artisan · Heritage Textile Designer · Premium Fashion Collaborator
Kala 12
Pattika-Vetra-Bana-Vikalpa
Basketry, Wicker Weaving, Reed Craft & Cane Work
Indigenous weaving geometry, natural fibre identification and preparation, structural load properties of woven forms, and sustainable sourcing of cane, reed, and bamboo materials.
↳ Heritage Weave Studio · Sustainable Furniture Designer · Premium D2C Craft Brand
Kala 14
Vastra-Gopana
Artistic Fabric Layering, Invisible Mending & Textile Restoration
Advanced textile conservation, invisible repair techniques for heirloom and heritage fabrics, chemical identification of historic dye systems, and structural analysis of antique woven artefacts.
↳ Textile Conservator · Museum Collection Specialist · Heritage Garment Restorer
Kala 15
Dashana-Vasana-Ranjana
Natural Vat Dyeing for Fabrics, Fibres & Organic Materials
Chemistry of natural dye extraction from plants, minerals, and insects; mordanting systems; vat construction and management; colour fastness testing; and traditional resist dyeing methods including Bandhani and Batik.
↳ Natural Dye Studio · Sustainable Textile Brand · Dye Chemistry Researcher
Performing Arts & Acoustics
2 disciplines
Kala 25
Geeta
Classical Vocal Artistry & Raga Science
Mathematical structure of the 72 Melakarta Raga system, acoustic principles of the human voice, Swara and Shruti science, performance pedagogy, and deep training in Carnatic and Hindustani classical vocal traditions.
↳ Classical Vocalist · Raga Science Researcher · Performing Arts Pedagogue
Kala 26
Vadya
Instrumental Music Design, Performance & Acoustics
Instrument-making science across string, percussion, and wind categories; micro-acoustic engineering of Veena, Tabla, and Mridangam; material science of traditional instrument construction; and advanced performance in chosen instrument lineages.
↳ Instrument Maker · Acoustics Consultant · Heritage Music Educator
Wellness, Chemistry & Formulation
7 disciplines
Kala 18
Visheshakachhedya
Cosmetic Chemistry, Face/Body Adornment & Organic Pigmentation
Botanical and mineral cosmetic formulation, traditional body adornment systems, safety and toxicology of organic pigments, and the chemistry of classical Indian beauty preparations including Kajal, Kumkum, and Alta.
↳ Organic Cosmetic Brand Founder · Heritage Beauty Formulator · Wellness Product Developer
Kala 35
Panaka-Rasa-Ragasava-Yojana
Fermentation Science, Herbal Elixirs & Mixology
Traditional fermentation biochemistry, Ayurvedic Arishta and Asava formulation, pH and microbial science, preservation and stabilisation methods, and the systematic development of traditional Indian herbal beverages for modern institutional markets.
↳ Herbal Beverage Brand Founder · Fermentation R&D Specialist · Wellness Product Developer
Kala 36
Gandha-Yukti
Perfumery Alchemy, Essential Oil Distillation & Olfaction Chemistry
Olfaction neuroscience, steam and hydro-distillation engineering of essential oils, enfleurage and solvent extraction, classical Indian Attar formulation, and the molecular chemistry of fragrance raw materials.
↳ Master Perfumer · Attar House Founder · Fragrance Ingredient Supplier
Kala 38
Utsadana-Koshala
Therapeutic Reflexology, Bodywork & Restoration Massages
Anatomy and physiology grounding, Marma point theory and its clinical applications, traditional Kerala and Karnataka bodywork systems, pressure mapping, and Ayurvedic oil therapeutics.
↳ Therapeutic Wellness Practitioner · Heritage Spa Founder · Ayurvedic Bodywork Educator
Kala 39
Keshamarjana-Kaushala
Scalp Therapeutics, Hair Sculpture & Organic Trichology
Trichological science, scalp microbiome analysis, Ayurvedic hair oil formulation, traditional South Indian hair care systems, hair structural biology, and organic treatment protocols for scalp disorders.
↳ Organic Trichology Clinic Founder · Heritage Hair Care Brand · Trichology Researcher
Kala 40
Chitra-Yoga
Preparation of Rare Mineral & Herb Compounds for Special Effects
Advanced material chemistry of rare minerals, herbal preparations in classical Indian colour science, preparation of Kajal, Bhasmas, and traditional special-effect pigments for performative and therapeutic applications.
↳ Heritage Chemistry Researcher · Ritual Material Specialist · Botanical Compound Manufacturer
Kala 41
Kauchumara-Yoga
Applied Rejuvenation Formulas & Wellness Formulations
Classical Rasayana (rejuvenation) science, Chyawanprash and Lehyam formulation chemistry, adaptogenic herb identification, bioavailability testing, and the development of traditional Indian wellness products for institutional and commercial markets.
↳ Wellness Brand Founder · Rasayana Formulation Specialist · Herbal Product R&D Lead
Post-Diploma Specialisation
6-Month Research & Publication Programme
Following the 2-Year Advanced Diploma, students undertake a structured 6-month research programme under direct mentorship of their Master Faculty artisan. The programme produces an original research paper, a material sample archive, and a commercially-viability report submitted for institutional accreditation review and possible publication in India's heritage scholarship repositories.
6
Months Research
§ Institutional Quality Assurance & Oversight
All structural syllabi and operational frameworks across these verticals are verified and audited under the direct academic oversight of Co-Founder & CAO Dr. Rashmi Sumanth, as cross-referenced in the academic masterplan ledger rashmi.pdf.