Handcrafted Indian Design & Artisanal Interiors

The workshop of Ramzu Bhai, where clay is transformed into art. These half-fired white terracotta tiles, drying in the courtyard, are part of a collaborative process that connects my designs directly with the rich craft traditions of India.

The process of creating a Thikri panel begins with a design and pieces of hand-cut curvature glass. This 400-year-old art form from Rajasthan involves meticulously arranging these glass pieces to create intricate patterns that reflect light beautifully.

Here you can see the Thikri panel taking shape. Each piece of glass is carefully placed by the artisan, slowly building the floral motif. It is a testament to the patience and skill passed down through generations.

The finished Thikri panel installed as a headboard feature in a guest bedroom. Paired with a simple white headboard and a dark-stained cane wardrobe, the intricate glasswork becomes the room's quiet, elegant centerpiece.

The framework of a large-scale light fixture being handwoven by artisans. I design the structure and then work closely with the weavers to test different weave densities, ensuring the final piece has both structural integrity and aesthetic beauty when illuminated.

A view from above showing the initial stages of weaving on the custom light fixture frame. You can see the small test patches where we explored different patterns before committing to the final design, a crucial step in our collaborative process.

These are the design drawings for Channapatna wood-turned modules. Before any wood is shaped, I break down the forms into individual components, planning the interplay of shape, color, and size for a custom installation.

From paper to reality. This image shows the initial wood-turned components on the workshop floor, next to the technical drawings. This is where the artisan's skill begins to translate the two-dimensional design into three-dimensional objects.

A closer look at the vibrant, natural dyes used in Channapatna craft. The red comes from Manjista root, yellow from turmeric, and brown from walnut bark. Using these organic colors is essential to preserving the authenticity of this heritage craft.