The classical, ornate and lavish style of painting from the town of Tanjore (also known as Thanjavur) in Tamil Nadu, is today eponymously called as Tanjore Painting or Tanjore Art. While the tradition of Tanjore art goes back to the early 17th century and was used as an object of worship in temples and homes,…
Gifting sweets and chocolates and dry fruits are now so passé. If you’re running out of inspiration and gifting ideas – we’ve got the perfect selection for you to choose from. Our ultimate gifting guide is guaranteed to make you the toast of your family and friends. So that you enjoy the festivities to the…
Shelves They’re an essential part of our homes. On walls. In cabinets. Within side tables. Attached to our bed headboards. They are everywhere around us and we take them completely for granted. Because all we do is look out for them only when we have to put something on them. Our creative team and décor…
A foyer doesn’t get very much attention – it’s mostly a limited area in terms of size. We all pass through it coming in or going out of home – but not much else. It’s not an area where we would actually sit down and spend time. We believe that’s no excuse for not giving…
Pattachitra style of painting is one of the oldest and most popular art forms practiced majorly in Odisha and West Bengal. The name Pattachitra has evolved from the Sanskrit word ‘patta’, meaning cloth, and ‘chitra’, meaning picture. This art form is believed to have originated as early as the 12th century and is one of…
Macramé is a French word that means ‘knot’. A century-old knotting technique that was prevalent in the 1970s as home decor trend. It is a form of textile art which weaves you into its story since it’s purely done by hand, without needles, and by weaving threads or cords together into simple as well as…
Table Lamps are small lamps designed to be placed on a table or any piece of furniture. They add personality to a room and can create a warm, welcoming and cozy atmosphere. Use of Table Lamps Table lamps are versatile and can be used in every room. In case of a study or a home…
We’ve yet again realised the value of fresh air and green, open spaces the hard way. If one is lucky enough to be safe and well – we believe your time and effort could be fruitfully spent in creating your own patch of green within your home. Irrespective of size or space. Whether you have…
There was a time when our homes were only one part of our lives. Where we spent time limited to eating and sleeping. On weekdays – life was about work and commutes. Weekends were about friends, shopping, eating out. We couldn’t even have begun to imagine how our lives would undergo a 180 degree transformation…
Understanding Pichwai & its Origins Pichwai ( Pichhvai ) is a form of art that originated over 400 years ago in the temple town of Nathdwara near Udaipur in Rajasthan. The term “Pichwai” has come about because these artworks are hung literally “piche” or behind the temple deity and “wai” literally means a textile hanging….
