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Umber Furniture Co. is the brainchild of two best friends turned design partners – Niti Singhal and Nandakumar S S. Their cross-pollination of culture and personalities manifests in every piece, reflecting their shared vision to craft furniture that tells a story, celebrates the richness of Indian culture, and inspires innovation. Niti is a storyteller at […]
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Angana Bordoloi is a textile designer, environmentalist, and social entrepreneur dedicated to preserving Assam’s indigenous textile heritage. As the founder of Kiron Foundation, an Assam-based NGO, she champions sustainable, forest-dependent textiles while empowering rural artisans and farmers. Her work brings together traditional craftsmanship with ecological responsibility, offering an antidote to fast fashion’s environmental toll. A
Angana Kiron of Kiron Foundation on indigenous Textile Heritage Read More »
It is not often that you come across a person who gets into designing if he does not find a product of his choice. But 30-year-old Joe Thampi from Kerala ventured into furniture retailing after an unsuccessful attempt to get furniture of his choice for his home. In less than three years, Cura Home has
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A true powerhouse of talent, Architect Akshita Hans, has made a name for herself in the design world with her company, ‘Story of Spaces,’ located in Delhi. Her path to this success is truly interesting, as she initially spent seven years in Mumbai designing sets for Bollywood movies, which she credits for her entrepreneurial leap.
Behind the Creative Mind of ‘Stree’, Akshita Hans and Story of Spaces Read More »
Exclusive Interview by Aruna Raghuram Two Bengaluru-based architects and interior designers, Sharanya Iyer and M P Neethi, set up a joint venture ‘Umai’ in 2024. They seek to create spaces where beauty is not only seen but also felt, and where nature and modern living come together Sharanya Iyer and M P Neethi met during
Umai: Bringing rich, satisfying flavours into your haven Read More »
After graduating from Savannah College of Art and Design (SCAD) in Georgia and working at Hirsch Bedner Associates in Los Angeles, Jenny Majmudar made the pivotal decision to return to her roots in India. Her journey mirrors the homecoming narrative of the film “Swades,” as she reconnected with her heritage to forge a new creative
Artisanal Values and Principles in Jenny Majmudar’s Bēsō Read More »
At the intersection of architecture and electronics emerges a design partnership that defies conventional boundaries. Ipsita Rajak and Sangeeth K, the creative minds behind “Ipsita X Sangeeth,” blend their distinct backgrounds into a unified vision that’s reshaping our understanding of design. Both New Media Design postgraduates from NID Gandhinagar, they approach creativity from complementary angles.
Ipsita X Sangeeth, A Symphony of Architecture and Human Centric Design Read More »
In the crowded landscape of contemporary design, KEPH stands as a defiant voice against homogeneity. Founded by NIFT Bhopal alumni Keyuri Bhargava and Resheph Christian, this experiential design studio emerged as a result of creative partnership forged in academic halls which was realized through bold material exploration. The duo, who both graduated in 2015, followed
KEPH Studio’s Philosophy of Slow Living & Slow Design Read More »
In a market flooded with mass-produced homogeneity, Gaurav Jain’s Orange Tree stands as a testament to conscientious luxury. Established in 2014, this contemporary lifestyle brand emerges from the fertile ground of Basant—the internationally acclaimed manufacturer founded by his father Vinay Kumar Jain in 1998 in Jodhpur’s artisanal heartland. What distinguishes Orange Tree is its deliberate
‘Where Machinery meets Human Touch’ in Gaurav Jain’s Orange Tree Read More »
Pravi, derived from the word meaning mindfulness, is more than just a furniture brand—it is a philosophy rooted in conscious living. Founded by Shivangi and Saloni, Pravi embodies a design approach that is thoughtful, sustainable, and deeply connected to craftsmanship. About Pravi.furniture What started as a shared passion has now evolved into a thriving design
Pravi – A Conscious Approach to Design with Shivangi and Saloni Read More »