Vimal Viswanathan
Founder & Creative Designer
12 yrs · Ex-EduQuest.sg & TATA
Adobe Suite · Maya · Blender · Full Stack Developer · Figma · UX Research
Our Story
Empowering Design
Talent in Madurai
From a small studio in 2016 to Madurai's most trusted design academy.
Who We Are
Built for Madurai's
Creative Talent
Founded in 2016, Buff Institute of Design was born from a simple belief — world-class design education should be accessible to every talented individual in Tier-2 cities like Madurai.
We're not just a training institute. We're a launchpad for creative professionals who go on to work with India's top agencies, startups and global brands. Every course is crafted with real industry requirements and taught by working professionals.
Industry-focused, project-based curriculum
Personal mentorship from working professionals
Strong placement network across India
Studio-quality facilities in the heart of Madurai
Small batches — never more than 20 students
Lifetime alumni access to resources & job board
500+
Students Trained
8+
Years Experience
95%
Placement Rate
50+
Companies
Mission & Vision
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Our Mission
To democratise world-class design education in South India by providing industry-relevant, hands-on training that transforms passionate learners into confident, job-ready design professionals.
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Our Vision
To make Madurai a recognised hub for creative talent in India — producing designers who shape visual culture, build iconic brands and lead the future of digital experiences.
Our People
Meet our Team
Learn from professionals who've worked at the top of the industry.
Our Journey
Built Over 8+ Years
From a small studio to Madurai's most trusted design academy.
2016
Founded
Started with 10 students in a small studio in Anna Nagar, Madurai.
2017
First Placements
12 students placed in Chennai ad agencies within the first year.
2018
Expanded Courses
Added UI/UX Design and Motion Graphics to the curriculum.
2020
Online Batches
Launched hybrid & online learning during the pandemic — no student left behind.
2022
100th Placement
Celebrated 100th placement milestone with a 92% placement rate.
2024
New Studio
Moved to a 3-floor facility with dedicated Mac labs & photography studio.
2025
500+ Alumni
Over 500 alumni now working across India in top design roles.
