Showstopper Walls: Statement or Accent Wall Ideas for your Home
A key element in interior design, a statement wall is not just a design feature; it acts as a storyteller in a space. It serves as a visual anchor that…
Preserving the Legacy of Handlooms: Bagal Bandhugalu Initiative by Kadike Trust
The enthusiasm and fervour among a group of about 9 women and 3 men is unmissable as they gather around the large Renje aka Bagal/Bakula tree (bullet wood tree) in…
Book Review: The Dark Forest – An Illustrated Guide to the Biodiversity of Myristica Swamps
Did you know that some of the earliest flowering plants on Earth included the champaks and lotuses? Or the fact that freshwater swamps—especially the rare Myristica swamps—stand out as one…
A Monsoon Feast with Colocasia Leaves
Come monsoon and the coastal parts of western India are flooded with large elephant ear leaves which is how colocasia leaves are also known as. A regional delicacy which is…
Decorating with Pistachio Green – Ways to Use it in Home Interiors
If there is one colour and flavour that is having a moment, it is pistachio. Ever since the insanely famous Dubai chocolate crafted with milk chocolate, pistachio, and crispy kataifi…
Sacred Science: Tracing India’s Heritage of Ancient Healing and Medical Traditions
If you are someone who is fascinated by the world of history, mythology, science and medicine, the Sacred Science exhibition at the Indian Institute of World Culture (IIWC) must be…
Lisbon: Five Places to Visit Off the Beaten Track
Often touted as one of the most vibrant cities in Europe, Lisbon which is the capital of Portugal is a city quite like none other. With an eclectic mix of…
Indian Kitchen Design Ideas and Trends
Home is where the Hearth is goes a popular quote. Often considered to be the heart and soul of a home, the kitchen is one of the most important spaces…
Five Things to See and Do in Triberg im Schwarzwald
Directly located on the Black Forest railway line in Germany, Triberg im Schwarzwald is a town situated in the Schwarzwald-Baar district in the Black Forest. The town is one of…
Photoessay: Lenzburg Castle – A Trip Through History
While Switzerland is a country known for its stunning mountains, lush meadows and fairy tale villages, it is also famous for its beautiful castles. With over 500 castles dotting the…