The ArtisanArch Journal
Stories & Insights
Artisan profiles, project showcases, and the stories behind the craft that shapes extraordinary interiors.
The Art of Dhokra: India's Ancient Lost-Wax Casting
In the dense forests of Bastar, Chhattisgarh, a tradition older than the Indus Valley civilisation lives on in the hands of tribal artisans. Dhokra, the ancient lost-wax casting technique, produces hauntingly beautiful metal figurines, jewellery, and decorative objects that carry the soul of India's earliest artistic expressions. The Process Each Dhokra piece begins with a clay core, carefully shaped by hand. The artisan wraps thin threads of beeswax around the core, creating intricate patter
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Designing with Indian Craft: A Guide for Architects
The global luxury interior market is witnessing a decisive shift: from mass-manufactured uniformity toward handcrafted authenticity. For architects and interior designers, Indian craft offers an unparalleled palette of textures, techniques, and stories to draw from. Starting with Material and Region India's craft geography is remarkably diverse. Rajasthan offers blue pottery, block printing, and miniature painting. Chhattisgarh is home to Dhokra metal casting. Karnataka gives us Bidri work —
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Luxury Villa in Goa — Curated Craft Collection
When Mumbai-based architecture firm Studio Lotus approached us for a beachfront villa in South Goa, the brief was clear: “We want every room to tell a story of Indian craft, without it feeling like a museum.” The Project The 4,500 sq ft villa features five bedrooms, a double-height living room, an infinity pool terrace, and a private courtyard — all designed to blend indoor-outdoor living with the Goan landscape. Our role was to curate art and craft pieces that would complement the architectu
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