Décor & Delhi…go hand in hand.
Having been in the design bizz for so long a time, it is
occupational hazard that we cannot keep our eyes from roaming and scouting the
environs for all things beautiful wherever I go…. Recently on my trip to Delhi,
I took a whirlwind tour of the many markets in our capital city known for its
bazaars…to indulge in cravings of my kind….home
decor!
I took to the streets in search of the “Modern Indian Style” …. it is an exciting phase in Indian design
history where our knowledge of the international seamlessly merges with our
heritage arts & crafts. I shall reserve this topic for another day.
Here is my guide to the best interior decorating shopping in
Delhi. Join me on my journey of discovery of a treasure trove of goods… from
the odd and the obscure, the famous and the fancy.
Depending on the kind of wares you are looking for….you
could go to Chandni Chowk, Lajpat Nagar, Sarojini Nagar, Delhi haat, National
Craft Museum, Kirti Nagar, Karol Bagh, Cannough Place, Lado Sarai, Sunder Nagar,
Sultapur etc
Today, let me take you to Khan market that particularly
caught my attention… with many stores of international repute… Khan market is
certainly the place to go for branded, high end décor. You can find Goodearth, FabIndia,
FCML home, Renovation Factory, Second Floor Studio and Sarita Handa among many home décor stores.
The quaint SARITA
HANDA STORE in Khan Market takes us back in time to a more elegant era…of
style and design. It is no less than eye candy…in plenty.
The
store has a range of exclusive fabrics for custom upholstery and soft
furnishings.. to pret e porter cushions, bed linens et all….the fabrics
designed and manufactured in India seem to be an effusive and elated take on European
style.
Address: 16, 1st Floor, Khan Market, New Delhi
110003. Tel: 011-43521824
website: www.saritahanda.com
RENOVATION FACTORY…
is
another destination store. It has an array of accessories of very good quality
standards. The design story is French country and colonial inspired. The range
includes lanterns, hurricanes, lamps, and chandeliers, lots of ceramic Buddha
statues, urns, table-top accessories…and mirrors. They also have a wedding
registry along with elaborate gift packaging ideas.
Address: 44A Khan Market, New Delhi 110003. Telephone:
011-4750 6800, 011-47506801
Website: www.renovationfactory.co.in
FCML:
is a modern
and contemporary accessories store. Following no particular style, the store
prides itself for being a destination for trendy home accessories. Being a
hotel industry supplier, it has a wide range of accessories… the largest I saw.
it is a great place to find international branded products… polycarbonate
furniture even. The products from table top accessories, vases, wall décor, and
sculpture to name a few.
Address: 65, Middle Lane, Khan Market, New Delhi 110 003, Telefax: +91 11 4358 7188
-9Website: www.fcmlindia.com
Second Floor Studio:
For
those of us that like fusion as a way of life, this is the perfect place to go
to for ceramics, linens, leather accessories, one of a kind furniture pieces.
and loads of curious accessories. It has a carefully curated eclectic
collection including vintage and contemporary pieces and interesting fresh
Indian designers like Joli Joli and Room 1701….
Address: 39 Khan Market, 2nd flr, (middle lane
above Amrapali ). 011-4350 9857
Watch this space for reviews on more UNIQUE shopping
experiences for home décor.
