In collaboration with ‘Chetana,’ an initiative by the Prashanti Foundation in Sirsi that supports differently-abled individuals in crafting products from banana fibre, we focused on developing design language and methods that could create new market opportunities. This initiative emphasises empowering differently-abled artisans, offering them support and recognition while bridging creativity with purpose. It also provided a platform for a budding designer to explore innovation while contributing to a meaningful cause.