Luxebook August 2022

In conversation with celebrity interior designer and architect Ashiesh Shah. BY ARUSHI SAKHUJA W hen it comes to some of the most renowned names in the space of architecture and interiors in India, Ashiesh Shah is one name that can’t be missed. One of the most sought-after architects and interior designers, Shah is known for his signature aesthetic which he calls ‘perfect imperfection‘. With a varied portfolio, during his illustrious career, he has worked on creating office spaces, penthouses, concept stores, restaurants and many Bollywood homes. Venturing into the world of liveable art, Shah joined hands with Jaipur Rugs for a unique collection of watercolour painting- inspired rugs - the Brahmaand collection. The collection brings to the limelight watercolour paintings by Ashiesh Shah that are seamlessly translated into a series of beautiful hand- woven rugs dyed in hues of deep indigo. Known for his strong design sensibilities and tasteful aesthetics, we caught up with the veteran to know more about their latest collection, liveable artwork and his design philosophy. Tell us a little about the new collection? Channelling cosmic energy, the ‘Brahmaand’ collection dyed in hues of deep indigo is an exploration of visual dimension through gradient, texture and handmade perfection. A series of watercolour paintings developed over the lockdown was seamlessly translated into these hand-knotted rugs through this collaboration with Jaipur Rugs. Capturing the mysteries of starlit night skies through its soft silhouettes, the collection draws inspiration from ancient Indian science and mysticism. These contemporary rugs express the essence of the cosmos, serving as a physical manifestation of elements from the universe. The forms of the rugs are rather organic and draw inspiration from the ancient geometry of India, the cosmos and the architecture of the ‘Jantar Mantar.’ What pushed you towards pursuing a collection of rugs? At the atelier, we subscribe to the notion of craftsmanship and are committed to empowering the ‘karigar’ by designing objects that employ craft techniques, materials and processes native to the country, thereby creating objects that exude the philosophies of perfect imperfection through a contemporary flair. This collaboration with Jaipur rugs has been a process of meditation and reflection, weaving our visions and design ideologies Venturing into the world of liveable art, Shah joined hands with Jaipur Rugs for a unique collection of watercolour painting- inspired rugs - the Brahmaand collection. Sudheer Rajbhar Ashiesh Shah on owning liveable artwork Ashiesh Shah, Architect and Interior Designer HOME & LIVING 46| L U X E B O O K | A U G U S T 2 0 2 2 A U G U S T 2 0 2 2 | L U X E B O O K |47