About

Hello, I’m Aakanksha Sirothia — a designer with a foundation in textiles and a growing practice in interiors, spaces, and material storytelling. My work is rooted in creating environments and pieces that feel layered, thoughtful, and personal.

With a Master’s degree in Textiles from the Rhode Island School of Design and over a decade of experience working with textile mills and global brands, I’ve developed a strong understanding of materials, craftsmanship, and the relationship between design and everyday living. Over the years, my practice has evolved beyond textiles into designing homes and spaces that balance beauty, warmth, and functionality. From fabrics and finishes to furniture, color, and detail, I’m drawn to creating spaces that tell stories and evoke emotion. My travels, cultural experiences, and love for art continue to shape my aesthetic and approach to design. I believe good design is not just about how something looks, but how it makes people feel. Whether I’m designing a home, developing a textile concept, or curating details within a space, my aim is always to create work that feels timeless, intentional, and deeply lived in.

MY STRENGTHS

Learner

Driven

Growth Mindset

Inclusive

Connectedness

Believer

Responsible

Adaptable

Learner • Driven • Growth Mindset • Inclusive • Connectedness • Believer • Responsible • Adaptable •

Design Experience

  • Principal Design Consultant: Hillarys, India

  • Head of Product Design: Nesterra Home Fabrics, Sutlej Textiles, Mumbai ‘20-’23

  • Sr. Designer (Upholstery & Curation): D’Decor Home Fabrics, Mumbai ‘18-’20

  • Textile Designer - Sunbrella, Glen Raven Mills Inc., NC,USA ‘16-’17

  • Design Intern - Valdese Weavers Inc., NC, USA 2015

  • Artist - 3D Sculpture & Material Innovation: Furniture+ Textiles, 2015-16

  • Weaving Faculty - RISD, Providence, USA, Winter-session 2016

  • Teaching Assistant (Weaving): RISD, Providence, USA, 2014-16

  • Textile Designer - Nalli Silk International (Exports), India - 2013

  • Textile Designer - Maximum Design, Delhi, India - 2012

  • Manufacturing Intern - Alps Industries, Delhi, India 2011

What Stands Out

  • New York Design Center, Sherri Donghia Award of Achievement, June 2016: First Place, NYDC

    RISD Thesis: A Step on The Line

  • ICFF, NYC 2016 +Milan Design Triennial Sculptural Chair Exhibit

    A Million Loops

  • ITMA Showtime Annual Virginia Jackson Design Competition, 2016: Honorable Mention, Jacquard Category

    Jacquard Fabric Design