A Glimpse into My Studio: The Art of Restoration

My studio is where the quiet work happens. It is a space filled with salvaged teak, stacks of hand-dyed textiles, and unfinished paintings. I believe that everything has a past, and my role is simply to help that history speak a little louder. Whether I am restoring a vintage clock frame or stitching a quilt from studio offcuts, the process is intentionally slow.

The Restoration Process

When you see a restored teak clock frame on this page, you are looking at a piece of wood that has likely survived for decades. I treat these frames with the respect they deserve, sanding and sealing them before adding Pattachitra or Company School style artwork. The brass Prabhavali (halo) often acts as the centerpiece, turning a functional object into something that feels like a sacred space.

Custom Collaborations

Most of the work you see here is the result of a back-and-forth dialogue. If you have a specific space in mind, we start by looking at your color palette and the type of narrative you want to build. Maybe you have old fabrics that hold sentimental value, or perhaps you are drawn to a specific tribal embroidery style like Banjara or Lambani. I work with these elements to create something entirely new, ensuring the final piece feels grounded in your personal journey.

Sustainability in Practice

I avoid mass production entirely. By utilizing studio offcuts, vintage coins, and discarded wood, I aim for a zero-waste practice. Each textile throw or patchwork runner is non-replicable because the scrap availability dictates the final composition. This means what we create together will always be a one-of-a-kind piece, tailored to your home and your values.