As the Nepali saying goes,“हुने बिरुवाको चिल्लो पात।” (roughly translates to: a thriving plant shows its promising growth in its first shiny and healthy leaves), Shaili Malla’s artistic potential and grounded nature were visible from an early age. Recognising her gift, her parents encouraged her to pursue the path of an artist that she seemed […]
From the rugged heights of Sagarmatha to the fertile landscapes of the Madi Valley, Nepal’s Sustainable Mountain Architecture (SMA) team has been quietly reshaping the conversation around architecture in the Himalayas. Guided by Professor Anne Feenstra and executed with meticulous dedication by architects like Rebika Karki, SMA blends local craft, vernacular wisdom and ecological sensitivity […]
SAPNA LAMA Designer and founder Sapna Lama believes her work rooted in the textures, traditions and quiet power of the Himalayas. It is less about trends and more about truth. Through her artisan-led house Weaves & Blends and her namesake label Sapna Lama, she has built a universe where heritage is honoured, craftsmanship is elevated […]
Founded by Priya Raut, Neon The labels is a one-stop shop for budget-friendly silk slip dresses, bohemian maxi dresses and versatile separates. To upgrade your wardrobe with pieces you can wear over and over again, look to the label’s monochrome dresses, playsuits and bodycon dresses that can double as evening wear. In this edition of […]
Eight years ago, when Palak Jalan decided to enter the interior design space, after graduating from INIFD, there were not many women establishing an interior design business. “I too started out as a freelance designer with a few handpicked projects in my court. Entrepreneurship was not the idea it has grown into now,” she recalls. […]