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Domestic Dispatches: Pink Is the Navy Blue of India

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One day Julie came over to my house with a box of props for a photo shoot. And instantly I fell in love.

"Where did you get that beautiful pink throw?" I asked as if she had stolen it from me. Which she hadn't. I'd never seen it before.

But something about it—something about the way Julie draped it like a puddle of melted sherbet on my sofa—spoke to me directly. The pink throw whispered in my ear and it said: "Michelle, Michelle, you are mine and I am yours, and we should be together for the rest of our lives."

"What are you doing?" Julie asked in alarm, snatching it away. "Stop rubbing it between your fingers like that or it will pill."

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Above: Julie's pink mohair throw, casually draped on my sofa. Photograph by Mimi Giboin

What is it about pink? You go through life not thinking about the color at all—you decorate a house in neutrals, painting the walls a pale shade of ash, buying a brown sofa, reupholstering an armchair in a flax-colored linen. And then one day, you catch a glimpse of just the right shade of deep peony, and you realize that you have been living a beige lie.

Some cultures, more advanced than ours, have long understood the power of pink. When fashion editor Diana Vreeland famously declared that "pink is the navy blue of India," I imagine she said it with more than a twinge of envy. The year was 1956 and photographer Norman Parkinson had recently returned from a trip to the subcontinent, where he posed Western models on location in Kashmir and Jaipur against backdrops of pink-jacketed palace guards and pink-turbaned snake charmers. The photos, published in rival Vogue, made it clear that the rest of us had been missing out on something big.

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Above: A bedroom with pink spread from the portfolio of Louise Desrosiers

Lucky India. There, you get to enjoy pink as a neutral background to everyday life. There, pink has not been saddled with the weird gender associations that we insist on in this country, where pink is for girls and blue is for boys.

Pink should be the navy blue of everywhere, in my opinion. But in the US, we discriminate against pink, consigning it to baby's bedrooms and the guest bath, rather than celebrating it for what it is: a strong, pure color that makes you feel happy. 

There's a scientific reason pink makes you feel good. Research shows that highly saturated shades—which are the most pure examples of a particular hue—and lighter shades (the degree to which a color is more like white than black) elicit positive emotions. So why wouldn't we want to drape our homes in pink mohair throws?

One reason, it turns out, is that in rare cases pink may make us feel (or look) too good. Chicago-based psychologist Sally Augustin, who studies how physical environments affect mood, said pink is a no-no in hospitals.  "It's a color that makes a lot of skin tones look better," she said, "This is a reason you don't paint hospital rooms pink. Doctors are evaluating patients' skin tones, looking for jaundice or pallor. The reflection of pink on a patient's skin tone might make a doctor or nurse think patients are feeling better than they are." 

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Above: A hot pink felt pillow from Canvas in Sarah Lonsdale's St. Helena rental.

In other words, having a pink mohair throw on the premises will dramatically improve your appearance. On this basis alone, we should be draping them in every room.

After Julie took her pink throw home, I wandered around the house, my complexion looking very sallow, until I realized there was an easy solution: a pink throw of my own.

But it had to be just the right shade of pink. I Googled maniacally, but in vain, until on one day my friend Stephanie sent me an email: "Found your throw." I clicked on the link to buy—and there it was.

Above: My pink mohair throw came from Serena & Lily (it's currently sold out).

The instant the mohair throw arrived in the mail, everybody's mood (and my skin tone) improved dramatically. My sober brown couch suddenly looked chic. Even my dog Sticky, who hates everything, was entranced and started draping herself in its folds to nap. And they say dogs are color blind.

My pink mohair throw is sold out now at Serena & Lily (more's the pity for them, as I am sure they could sell a million if they kept it in stock—who in the world wouldn't want one?). And Julie's, which came from Dosa in Los Angeles, is not available online. But in the interests of furthering pink's prospects in America, I've rounded up other options to consider:

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Above: A pink ombré Avoca Mohair Throw, woven in Ireland, is $170 (plus $30 shipping to the US) from Amara.

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Above: A Hot Pink Mohair Throw made by Lands Downunder will be available May 1 for $279.99 from Wayfair.

A few days after my throw arrived in the mail, friends from Los Angeles came to visit. Walking into the house and past the mohair throw, my friend Amy stopped. "Where did you get that beautiful pink throw?" she asked as if I had stolen it from her. Before she even unpacked, she rushed to her laptop to order one for herself.

I've seen it in her house and can report it makes her look very pretty.

How do you use pink at your house? As an accent color? Or is it your navy blue? Tell us in the comments below.

For more of Michelle's weekly Domestic Dispatches, see What We Love (and Hate) About Ikea. Over at Gardenista, she's wondering if anyone can Help Me Get These Deer Out of My Roses.


Geometry Prize: Aelfie's Modern Dhurries

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Whether they're destined to be writers, musicians, or textile designers, the greats in life often find their calling early.

Brooklyn-based designer Aelfie Oudghiri discovered her passion for rugs as a young teen when, during a family trip to Istanbul, she purchased her first carpet. Aelfie explains that it was the ancient language of rugs—the regional history, cultural symbolism, and individual personality—that initially drew her in, and continues to engage her: she's now both a designer of modern carpets and a dealer of vintage pieces from around the world. In Aelfie's own collection of dhurries, which are all handmade in India, the former religion major from Columbia weaves together sacred symbols of the past with her own icons. Carrying on this "ancient conversation of weaving," she sees her work as not simply a modern take on an age-old tradition, but as part of evolutionary continuum.

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Above: Featuring bold geometrics in bright colors, Aelfie's designs draw on ancient symbolism set within the context of her own life and experiences. They're made of 80 percent wool and 20 percent cotton.

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Above: In each of her designs, including the Morgan shown here, Aelfie weaves a bit of imperfection as "a form of humility," because according to ancient tradition, perfect is reserved for God alone. It's available in five sizes; a 5-by-7 foot rug is $495.

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Above: Lounah is named for Aelfie's grandmother, and features a protective evil eye at its center to watch over those who use it. The pattern is available in four sizes; a 4-by-6 foot rug is $348.

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Above: Reasonably priced, Aelfie's rugs, such as Heat Wave in Rajastan, start at $217 for a 3-by-5 foot design.

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Above: In addition to her patterns, Aelfie's colors are symbolic. The blues and greens in the Olivia rug evoke the sea and sky. It's available in four sizes; the 5-by-8 is $560.

To hear Aelfie describe her process and the meaning behind her rugs, watch this video presentation from Apartment Therapy. Novice buyers might also enjoy Aelfie's Three Quick Tips for Buying Your First Rug via the Huffington Post. To see her full collection, including vintage rugs, go to Aelfie.

Want more world-wide rugs? Some of our favorites include a New Collection from Spain's Rug Doyenne and these High/Low Beni Ouarain Morrocan Rugs. And you might want to recline on your new carpet with some of Alexa's Moroccan Preserved Lemons and Sarah's Home Cured Olives 

Abode in Bombay: The Ace Hotel of India?

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Smack in the middle of bustling Colaba—the southernmost section of Mumbai, formerly home to its British quarter—the once touristy district is experiencing a modern renaissance. One of the new businesses cropping up in the area is Abode, a two-story, 20-room hotel in a historic building that pays homage to Bombay's bohemian past.

Opened last year by Abedin Sham, proprietor of a popular Mumbai sandwich chain, Wich Latte, and business partner of Lizzie Chapman, Abode is housed in the Landsowne House, built in 1910 as the private home of David Sassoon, one of Bombay's most influential entrepreneurs. Just as the Ace Hotels have seen success in neighborhoods on the cusp of change (notably its recent re-envisioning of the downtown LA United Artists theater), Abode brings a fresh, contextualized design sensibility to the area, a move that is bringing locals (and a different, more style-driven traveler) back to Colaba. A bonus for travelers? Abode's most luxurious room is priced at about $175 USD, scaling down in price and luxury from there.

Photographs by Prarthna Singh courtesy of Abode, unless otherwise noted.

Entrance to Abode Hotel in Bombay India | Remodelista

Above: The street entrance to Abode features a neon light installation that quotes Bombay native Rudyard Kipling. Photograph by Anushree Gavas of Serendipity.

Lobby Entrance Area at the Abode Hotel in Bombay India | Remodelista

Above: The hotel did away with the idea of a traditional reception desk, allowing the space to function more as a café and community space.

Dining and Lobby Area of Abode Hotel in Bombay India | Remodelista

Above: The hotel's interior design was executed by Sian Pascale who first tackled the lobby by restoring the wood and iron façade around the original 19th century chandelier. The handmade patterned cement floor tiles are a custom design from Bharat Tiles, a family-run business that's been making bespoke, intricate flooring for nearly a century.

Graphic Design at Abode Hotel in Bombay India | Remodelista

Above: Pascale enlisted the creativity of British graphic designer Katy Buckley, who in turn worked in collaboration with local truck painters. The result is a mix of graphic work (as seen on the exterior of Abode) and hand-drawn signage (as seen here). Photograph by Anushree Gavas of Serendipity.

In-House Library at the Abode Hotel in Bombay India | Remodelista

Above: The hotel's library off the lobby is, as Pascale explains, "somewhere you can sit, relax, and have a chat with other travelers and locals over a cup of chai; a home away from home."

Porthole Window at Abode Hotel in Bombay India | Remodelista

Above: "The original lobby space was completely landlocked, so a round steel window was created, echoing the shape of the original iron girders that are scattered across the building, opening the lobby up to natural light that came in through the lift shaft," says Pascale. Photograph by Roberto Michel via Sian Pascale.

Light in the Hall at the Abode Hotel in Bombay India | Remodelista

Above: The existing tiles in the stairwell were left untouched, just slightly restored, and a custom Hotel light box was added for illumination.

Door Signage at the Abode Hotel in Bombay India | Remodelista

Above: Room numbers are hand painted in both English and Marathai, the local language.

Living Quarters at the Abode Hotel in Bombay India | Remodelista

Above: A seating area in a bedroom suite features vintage wicker furniture sourced from the markets of Mumbai.

Bedside Light at the Abode Hotel in Bombay India | Remodelista

Above: The Bhel Puri Bedside Tables designed by Pascale's studio, Young Citizens Design, are inspired by the stands of Bombay street vendors. Also by the studio, the Bhel Puri Wall Lights are made from locally sourced elements, including black powder-coated aluminum, wooden wall mounts, and black-and-white cording. The collage of photos offer views of the city.

Bedside Brass Carafe at the Abode Hotel in Bombay India | Remodelista

Above: An antique copper carafe adds an old-world note to a crisp white bedroom.

Concrete Bathroom at the Abode Hotel in Bombay India | Remodelista

Above: The bathrooms are fully modern and have rainwater showers lined with slatted wood floors; the walls are made from Indian patent stone, a type of poured-in-place, polished concrete. (To learn more about concrete, see our Remodeling 101 posts on Polished Concrete Floors and Countertops.) Photograph by Roberto Michel via Sian Pascale.

Guest Robes in the Bath at the Abode Hotel in Bombay India | Remodelista

Above: Guest robes made of locally sourced cotton hang in the bathrooms.

Writing Desk at the Abode Hotel in Bombay India | Remodelista

Above: Some of the larger rooms at Abode offer up restored vintage Indian writing desks.

Tea Service at Abode Hotel in Bombay India | Remodelista

Above: Tea service in the lobby includes colorful enameled teapots and tea glasses in a traditional metal holder.

Chaise at Abode Hotel in Bombay India | Remodelista

Above: The hallways are outfitted with 20th-century colonial and art deco hardwood furniture.

For more details and reservations, go to Abode.

For a South African hotel that evokes the same era, see A Guesthouse That Channels the Spirit of Ghandi. Go to our Hotels & Lodging directory for more ideas. And for a recipe inspired by the Indian landscape, visit DIY: Rose Petal Honey on Gardenista.

Le Mill: India's Hottest Concept Shop

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Founded just a couple of years ago by a trio of Mumbai-based friends from far-flung locales, Le Mill has quickly become the "it" shop in town (Jade Jagger frequents the cafe) and already has a second outpost in the center of town. The original location, housed in a 15,000-square-foot converted 1920s rice mill, is where you'll find a bespoke line of furniture, linens, and other household essentials, all with an Indo-European vibe. Plus a cafe serving organic fare, a flower shop, and free WiFi. The newer store, which focuses on fashion, is located in the city's Breach Candy area.

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Above: The first outpost of Le Mill occupies a former rice mill in the city's Wadi Bunder docks area. Photo via NYT.

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Above: The caned Day Bed from the Le Mill Julo home collection is £676; photo via InteriorHolic.

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Above: The powder-coated red Gustav Chair by Le Mill's in-house Julo line is £136.

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Above: The Wooden Dining Table from the Le Mill Julo collection is £293.

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Above: The Small Cooking Pot from the Le Mill collection is £19.

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Above: The Le Mill Gold Circles Table Cloth is £49.

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Above: The black Bentwood Chair by Chiki Doshi for Le Mill is £158.

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Above: A set of two lacquered black metal and leather Nappa Dori Storage Boxes "reflecting the culture and heritage of India" is £150.

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Above: Le Mill's even got doormats covered; the Striped Coir Mat is £8.

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Above: The Voile Quilted Bed Cover, designed in-house, is £50.

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Above (L to R): Le Mill founders Cecilia Morelli Parikh, Sussanne Roshan, and Aurelie de Limelette; photo via Peepul.

Interested in more concept shops? See our posts on Merci in Paris (Giving Thanks: Paris' Most Exciting Shop Is Now Online) and Corso Como in Milan.

Steal This Look: A Serene Bedroom Inspired by Gandhi

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A while back we featured the Satyagraha House, a guesthouse on the property of what was Mohandas "Mahatma" Gandhi's house in Johannesburg, South Africa, a century ago. Since many of us at Remodelista are city or near-city dwellers with countless distractions and noise pollution, we were especially drawn to the calm, light-filled bedrooms.

To recreate the look we sourced the essentials of the monastic Satyagraha bedroom; see the rest of the property in our post Serenity Now: A Guesthouse That Channels the Spirit of Gandhi.

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Above: Bedroom light is filtered through a set of curtains fashioned from layered cotton dhotis. Photograph via The Satyagraha House.

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Above: A black and white bedroom with minimal storage is a reminder to pare down and pack light. Photograph by Elsa Young via House and Leisure.

Satyagraha House in Johannesburg, South Africa

Above: A charpoy, or rope bed, serves as a bench or place to recline. Photograph by Elsa Young via House and Leisure.

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Above: Designed by Giulio Gianturco for Boffi, the Air Fan is available with black varnished or natural wood blades; to source in the US, contact Dzine in San Francisco. For more ceiling fans optoins, see 10 Easy Pieces: Ceiling Fans.

Italian Vintage-Washed Percale Sheets from Restoration Hardware, Remodelista

Above: The Italian Vintage-Washed Percale Sheet Set is $319 from Restoration Hardware.

Cotton Linen Birch Duvet Cover from Coyuchi, Remodelista

Above: Coyuchi's Cotton & Linen Birch Duvet Cover is made from flax grown in France and Belgium and 100 percent cotton from India; $387 for the full/queen size.

Black Lampe Gras Wall Mounted Lamp, Remodelista

Above: The Lampe Gras Model 222 has a pivoting base and articulated arm; designed by French engineer-inventor Bernard-Albin Gras, it's been used in projects by likes of Le Corbusier, Eileen Gray, Man Ray, and Robert Mallet-Stevens. The 222 model is available directly from Lampe Gras. The smaller Lampe Gras Model 304 Sconce Lamp is $333 at Design Within Reach.

Black Lampe Gras Table Lamp from Design Within Reach, Remodelista

Above: The Lampe Gras Model 205 Task Lamp has a cast steel frame that's made without screws or welded joints and has a 40W candelabra base; $435 from Design Within Reach.

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Above: At Satyagraha, a vintage lab bottle functions as a bedside carafe paired with drinking glasses; a similar option is the Alessi Tonale Carafe (shown here); $57 from Y Living. For more, see 10 Easy Pieces: Bedside Water Carafes.

South African Senufo Stools, Remodelista

Above: Senufo Stools, made by the Senufo people across the Ivory Coast, Mali, and Burkino Faso, are carved from a single piece of wood and are available for $300 from the Hamill Gallery. See another inspired interior that makes use of the stools in our post: Design Sleuth: Senufo Stools.

Natural Woven Rug Tarnby from Ikea, Remodelista

Above: Ikea's Tårnby Rug is flat woven from jute and available in two sizes, with prices ranging from $99.99 for the small to $149 for the large.

Mulig Clothing Rack from Ikea, Remodelista

Above: Ikea's simple Mulig Clothes Rack in black (also available in white) is made from steel; $9.99 each.

 

Single Stem Vase from Heath Ceramics, Remodelista

Above: For a minimalist branch or two, the Single Stem Vase is available in six different finishes and made in Sausalito, California; $81 from Heath Ceramics.

Woven Charpoy Bed from Bhatara Design, Remodelista

Above: Satyagraha's woven charpoys have ebonized wooden legs. Charpoy beds, like the one shown here, can be sourced from Ouma Productions and on eBay. ABC Carpet & Home in NYC offers a sparkly silver Charpoy Coffee Table/Bench in two sizes (priced at $695 and $1,295).

For other places to stay and visit in Johannesburg, see our South Africa City Guide.

Plants in the bedroom? Join the debate and get some ideas at Gardenista.

N.B.: This post is an update; the original story ran on July 9, 2013 as part of our issue, The Summer Bedroom.

Vintage Revival: Kitchen Essentials Made in India

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What's more riveting than the love letters of famous writers over the centuries? From tabletop company Sir/Madam, mash notes replicated on cloth napkins—plus other made-in-India household basics that strike a chord. 

Sir Madam Love Letter napkins | Remodelista  

Above: On August 25, 1819, Lord Byron sent this missive to Teresa, Contessa Guiccioli: "I feel I exist here, and I feel I shall exist hereafter—to what purpose you shall decide; my destiny rests with you, and you are a woman, eighteen years of age, and two out of a convent." Nearly two centuries later, Byron's outpouring is part of a collection of 12 love letters immortalized on napkins by Sir/Madam, a New York design company that's a division of Aesthetic Movement.

Set your table with these designs and you'll always have good company. Here's Virginia Woolf to Vita Sackville-West: "Look here Vita, throw over your man, and we'll go to Hampton Court and dine on the river together and walk in the garden in the moonlight and come home late and have a bottle of wine and get tipsy, and I'll tell you all the things I have in my head." 

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Above: The letters have been transcribed in a vintage typewriter font and are hand-screened in Karnataka, India, on a cotton-voile that evokes onion skin paper. Emily Dickinson, D.H. Lawrence, Charlotte Bronte, and Oscar Wilde all put in appearances. 

Sir/Madam has also assembled a collection of letters of advice (shown here, F. Scott Fitzgerald's wisdom to his daughter, Scottie, at camp: "Things to worry about: Worry about courage. Worry about Cleanliness. Worry about efficiency. Worry about horsemanship... Things not to worry about: Don't worry about popular opinion. Don't worry about dolls. Don't worry about the past. Don't worry about the future. Don't worry about growing up.")

Letter napkins from Sir Madam | Remodelista

Above: Sir Madam packages the napkins in yellow envelopes that tie closed with red string. The napkins measure 14 by 16 inches, and are sold in sets of four: there are three "editions" of Love Letter Napkins, one of Advice Letter Napkins (shown here), and one of Shakespeare Sonnet Napkins. All are available for $50 per set of four from The Paris Market in Savannah, GA. 

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Above: Sir/Madam offers a colorful collection of what it calls Found Cotton Cloths—multi-purpose, all-cotton towels from India in a range of stripes and plaids. They can be used as napkins, dish towels, or cleaning cloths, and are sold in mixed sets of four. Anthropologie will be carrying them soon; contact Sir/Madam for a list of other retailers.

Sir Madam wooden spoons collection | Remodelista

Above: Sir/Madam is about to begin offering beechwood spoons hand carved by a workshop in Karnataka, India, that funds a school for girls. The designs are replicas of vintage mixing spoons collected by Sir/Madam's owners at flea markets and yard sales. 

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Above: The spoons come packaged in muslin sacks; each holds a baker's dozen, no two designs exactly alike.

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Above: The spoons will be available in stores across the country starting in late April; they'll be sold individually and in sets of 13—$140 for the large collection; $90 for the small. See Sir/Madam for a list of shops that carry them.

Grand Aprons from Sir Madam | Remodelista

Above: Sir/Madam's aprons are made of solid linen or herringbone-pattened linen-cotton and are unisex. 

Apron packaging from Sir Madam | Remodelista

Above: The aprons come in two sizes: Grand (shown above) is 41 inches long; Workers is a waist apron.

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Above: The aprons have pockets and adjustable neck loops; contact Sir/Madam for a list of vendors. Intrigued by Sir/Madam's vintage revival designs? See more in our posts: Kitchen Icons and Now Serving: Perfected Tableware from the Past.

DIY Black Walnut Tie-Dyed Napkins? Yes, you can learn how—go to Erin's post on Gardenista.

DIY: Natural Turmeric-Dyed Tablecloth

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Native to Southern India and identifiable by its show-stopping yellow, turmeric has been a staple in cooking and medicine for thousands of years. A member of the ginger family, it's a key ingredient in curry and has countless health benefits. Turmeric is a natural alternative to chemical dyes, too: add a pinch or two to tint buttercream cake frosting, or pair it with red annatto to give cheese an orange coloring. I've been experimenting with turmeric as a technique for dying fabric, and here's what I came up with. Follow this simple tutorial to create your own turmeric-tinted tablecloth in a shibori tie-dye pattern.

Photographs by Dalilah Arja.

Tumeric Ingredients | Remodelista

Materials

  • Natural fabric (cotton, linen, silk,  or wool), unhemmed or hemmed and sized to cover your table (My fabric measured 4.5 by 3 feet; if you use something a lot bigger, increase the ingredient amounts or expect more subtle results.) N.B.: Pillowcases also work well for this project.
  • 1/4 cup turmeric
  • 4 cups of vinegar
  • Rubber bands or string to secure folded fabric
  • Water

Instructions

Start by folding your fabric (or, if you want a solid coloring, jump to Step 4 and dye the fabric unfolded). Your folding pattern can be as random or as methodical as you like. I chose to do a loose interpretation of a shibori fold, which is primarily used in the process of Japanese indigo dying. See our post on Terrain's Shibori Dyed Indigo for some examples. I picked this method because I like the square pattern that results. 

DIY: Tumeric Dye Folding Method | Remodelista

Step 1: Fold the fabric in half lengthwise and then in half again. 

DIY: Tumeric Dye Accordion Fold | Remodelista

Step 2: To create the square pattern, fold the fabric into an accordion by alternating the sides of each fold. 

DIY: Tumeric Dye Accordion Fold | Remodelista

Continue folding in an accordion until you run out of fabric.

DIY: Tumeric Dye Rubberbands | Remodelista

Step 3: Place rubber bands horizontally and vertically to secure the fold. I used five rubber bands, but you can use as many as you want depending on your chosen pattern for folding. 

DIY: Tumeric Dye Fabric Cooking in Water and Vinegar | Remodelista

Step 4: In a stockpot, add 4 cups of vinegar to 16 cups of water and immerse the folded fabric; heat on medium. This will allow the fabric to take the dye. 

DIY: Tumeric Dye Cooking | Remodelista

Step 5: While the stockpot heats, make the dye in a second pot by adding 1/4 cup of turmeric to 12 cups of water; heat on medium. Once both pots begin boiling, turn down the heat and let simmer for about an hour. 

DIY: Tumeric Dye Cooking | Remodelista

Step 6: Drain the vinegar mixture and pour the turmeric dye over the fabric; heat over medium-low flame. The longer the fabric is left in the turmeric dye, the darker the color will be. I dyed my fabric for an hour, but you can dye it for as little as 15 minutes to achieve a light, washed look. 

DIY: Tumeric Dye Rinsing Fabric | Remodelista

Step 7: Once you've finished dyeing the fabric, drain the turmeric dye from the pot and rinse the fabric under a running tap to remove any excess dye. Warning: the dye may stain porcelain or ceramic surfaces, so it's important to rinse in a stainless steel sink or at an outdoor tap. And the first time the tablecloth goes in the washing machine, be sure its with similar colors or on its own.

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Step 8: Let the fabric dry overnight. Here's the finished cloth, brightening my kitchen table. Ready to make your own? Show us pictures of your results in the comments section.

Interested in learning more ways to create chemical-free dyes? A New York textile designer repurposes spent flowers in Shopper's Diary: Natural Floral Dyes and Silk Scarves, from Cara Marie Piazza, and colorist Deepa Natarjan creates elegant pigments from organic materials in DIY: Seasonal Vegetable Dye: Holiday Edition

Mumbai's Artistic Cafe in a Converted Barn

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Kala Ghoda, a neighborhood in South Mumbai, is home to the city's art district, and some of its best museums and annual festivals. But where to duck in for a coffee in a neighborhood that has become Westernized by chain restaurants and Starbucks galore? Do as the locals do and head to the side streets.

Squeezed into an unassuming block next to a furniture shop and across from a seafood restaurant, the Kala Ghoda Café is a hidden pocket of modest design housed in an old brick barn.

Exterior of Kala Ghoda Cafe in South Mumbai | Remodelista

Above: The wood façade of the building was modeled after some of the favorite cafes that owner Farhad Bomanjee visited as a photographer traveling through Southern India, Europe, and the UK. Photograph by Emiko Taki of Kitchen M.

Kala Ghoda Cafe in South Mumbai | Remodelista

Above: Thanks to the barn's vaulted roof, the small space allowed for a second story addition. The steps lead an even smaller dining area on the loft floor. Photograph by Emiko Taki of Kitchen M.

Open Pitched Roof at Kala Ghoda Cafe in South Mumbai | Remodelista

Above: Bomanjee kept a few of the original walls of the cafe exposed showcasing deliberate imperfections as reminders of the building's provenance. Two large skylights in the ceiling keep the sitting area open and light. Photograph from Pursuit of Food.

View from Above at Kala Ghoda Cafe in South Mumbai | Remodelista

Above: The attic-like second story is used as a photo gallery that hovers just above the heads of diners. The gallery showcases work by Mumbai artists hung against the building's original brick walls that are painted white for a modern update. Photograph courtesy of Kala Ghoda Café.

Kala Ghoda Cafe in South Mumbai | Remodelista

Above: The cafe's minimal decor stands out against the white walls and furniture; pale mint green cafe tables add a subtle wash of color. Photograph courtesy of Kala Ghoda Café.

Coffee at Kala Ghoda Cafe in South Mumbai | Remodelista

Above: Food and drink are simple but thoughtfully detailed: organic coffee is served with a tiny chocolate, and the cafe's riff on street sandwiches are on fresh bread made from Bomanjee's mother's recipe. For dessert, Kala Ghoda's most popular offering is a sticky date and ginger cake topped with a spoonful of clotted cream. Photograph by Emiko Taki of Kitchen M.

Bicycle Storage at Kala Ghoda Cafe in Mumbai | Remodelista

Above: From offering incentives for customers on bikes to hosting music nights, the cafe makes an effort to draw locals. The goal is for the space to serve as a gathering place for the community and not just for tourists. Photograph by Emiko Taki of Kitchen M.

Kala Ghoda Cafe in South Mumbai | Remodelista

Above: The quiet interior streets of the district are evolving into a new destination for design shops and cafes; Kala Ghoda Café was one of the first to re-envision the neighborhood. Photograph courtesy of Kala Ghoda Café.

Follow us this week as celebrate design in India: see our India Travel Guide for our discoveries. Over join Gardenista for an exploration of Indian Gardens and Outdoor Spaces.

Location of Kala Ghoda Café in Mumbai:


Object Lessons: The Trusty Tiffin Box

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In Mumbai, cars are stacked with household objects, buses are stacked with people, and bicycles are stacked with boxes; everywhere, things are piled precariously high and transported through the congested streets. No surprise then, that the stacked lunch box, or tiffin box, hails from this city. Since the days of the Raj, hot meals (or tiffins) have been delivered across the city by a complex but highly efficient system that relies on delivery people and trains and bicycles, rather than computers and trucks. After use, the tiffin boxes, with lids that double as plates, are collected and returned, thereby eliminating the packaging waste that comes with a takeaway lunch.

The tiffin box is usually made of steel and comes in several detachable spill-proof compartments. The lowest (and largest) tier is designed for rice, and the remaining two or three sections are used for separate courses. Because steel is a good retainer of heat, the meal can remain warm for up to two hours. A nice alternative to plastic, the tiffin box is gaining popularity outside India; here are five you might consider:

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Above: The Three-Tiered Stainless Steel Tiffin Box, 6.75 inches high and 4.75 inches in diameter, is available at Green Tree General Store.

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Above: The powder-coated Enamel Stainless Steel Three-Tiered Tiffin Box, 10 inches high and 5.5 inches in diameter, is made in India and available at World Market for $9.98.

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Above: The tiffin boxes are attached by a series of latches and can be easily dismantled.

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Above: The Hammered Steel Two-Tiered Tiffin Box, 5 inches high and 6.5 inches in diameter, is made in India and available at World Market for $9.99.

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Above: The Four-Tiered Stainless Steel Tiffin Box, 16.5 centimeters high and 11 centimeters in diameter, is available at Toast for £24.00.

Object Lessons columnist Megan Wilson is the owner of Ancient Industries and curator of the Remodelista 100, a collection of essential everyday objects presented in the Remodelista book. Watch for her column every Tuesday, and have a look at last week's lesson on the Humble Cotton Cleaning Cloth.

Browse our 10 Easy Pieces and Domestic Science posts for more of life's essentials. And if you're a gardener, have a look at Gardenista's 10 Easy Pieces roundups on Trugs and Harvest Baskets and Kitchen Compost Pails, and more.

10 Easy Pieces: Metal Clothing Racks

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I have a great big closet in my apartment. It's both a blessing and a curse for the same reason: a blessing to be able to stash things away in a pinch, and a curse to be able to stash things away in a pinch.

The dreaded closet clutter buildup requires tackling every few months, and because of this, I've been attracted to the idea of showcasing a well-edited wardrobe on a clothing rack instead. Clutter has nowhere to hide, it has to be addressed. As a counterpart to last week's post on Wooden Clothing Racks, here's our selection of industrial sets at a spectrum of price points.

Painted Cold Rolled Steel Garment Rack from March | Remodelista

Above: From SF shop March, the March Clothing Rack is made in the US of painted, cold-rolled steel; each is built-to-order for $1,500.

Beckham Clothing Rack by Claesson Koivisto Rune | Remodelista

Above: Claesson Koivisto Rune's Beckham Clothing Rack is made from a continuous square of stainless steel; $609 from the Finnish Design Shop.

West Elm Pipeline Industrial Metal and Wood Garment Rack | Remodelista

Above: West Elm's Pipeline Clothing Rack is built from raw steel and solid mango wood; the adjustable top bar extends to 12 inches on each side; $299.

Crash Industrial Alex Garment Rack | Remodelista

Above: From Crash Industrial Supply Co.. the Alex Garment Rack is made from a simple steel frame with an antique nickel finish; $499.

Love Aesthetics DIY clothing rack | Remodelista

Above: Amsterdam-based blogger and DIY maven Ivania Carpio suppllies instructions to make your own clothing rack like this one, built from tubing and plumbing parts.

60-Inch Single Garment Rack from R&B Wire Products | Remodelista

Above: From industrial goods company R&B Wire Products, the 60-Inch Single Garment Rack is made from steel tubing in a chrome finish; $229.13.

Commercial Garment Rack from The Container Store | Remodelista

Above: The Container Store's straightforward Commercial Garment Rack of tubular chrome-plated steel with heavy-duty casters is $60.

Annaleena's Hem Clothing Rail Rectangle | Remodelista

Above: From Swedish designer and blogger Annaleena Karlsson, the Rectangular Clothing Rail offers 100 centimeters of hanging space: it's 80 centimeters high by 100 centimeters wide; 2,900 SEK.

Ikea Mulig Clothing Rack in White Powder Coated Metal | Remodelista

Above: Ikea's Mulig Clothes Rack is made of powder-coated steel in white or black for the affordable price of $9.99.

Crate & Barrel Garment Rack | Remodelista

Above: Designed by Mark Daniel for Crate & Barrel, the half stainless steel, half wooden Garment Rack has a 100-pound capacity and adjustable levelers for stability; $159.95.

Crash Industrial Milan Garment Rack | Remodelista

Above: Another option from Crash Industrial, the Milan Garment Rack is a two-level, commercial-grade rack made from iron in an antique finish for $900.

Interested in making your own industrial-style clothing rack? Three recommended projects are: Garment Rack DIY from A Beautiful Mess, DIY Pipe Clothing Rack from The Glamorous Gleam, and DIY Garment Rack from Smitten Studio.

How to maintain what you've got hanging up? See our post Expert Advice: 10 Wardrobe Maintenance Essentials, and on Gardenista, see how our team pared down excess clothing in Out of the Closet: The Essential Minimal Wardrobe Revisited.

Two Sisters Design: Wearable Paintings from Bagru, India

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"Art objects with function." This is the philosophy of Block Shop, an online heirloom textile company run by sisters Lily and Hopie Stockman. To the Stockmans, "function" speaks to the notion that the art can be wearable, and also the idea that every aspect of their line's creation can be done with purpose. It's a manifesto the sisters have put into action in the designs they create with a Bagru, India, printmaking co-op.

Block Shop has been selling work online since 2012, but its story actually begins well before that. The concept originated when Lily, a painter with an MFA in Studio Art from NYU, was living in Jaipur in 2010. There to study pigment and Mughal miniature painting, she says, "At the time, I was feeling restricted by the tiny brushes and perfectionism that miniature painting necessitates. I started spending time in Bagru researching block printing and natural dyes, experimenting with architectural motifs from classic Mughal paintings, blowing them up, repeating them in geometric compositions, and printing them on sumptuous fabric. It felt like a revelation: utility, scale, and purpose in art—precisely what I had been craving." A year later, Hopie visited Bagru, and the idea was cemented into a partnership between the sisters and a cooperative printing workshop in the region known for hand-block printing with vegetable dyes.

Block Printing in Bagru, India, Block Shop Textiles | Remodelista

Above: Lily lays out two just-printed scarves to dry. Utility, scale, and purpose are the Block Shop lynchpins: "We want to swaddle you with art that looks just as beautiful around your neck as it does hanging on the wall," Lily says.

Mixing Fabric Dyes in Bagru India, Block Shop Textiles | Remodelista

Above: Local flowers are soaked to prepare for the natural dye-making process. Within the co-op, Block Shop works with about 20 printers, many of whom are from families that have been in the business for generations. The co-op was formalized around the same time as Block Shop, making it easy for the businesses to work in tandem. "We have grown together, made all our business decisions together, and developed a business plan together," Hopie explains. 

Block Printing in Bagru, India, Block Shop Textiles | Remodelista

Above: Block Shop's chief printer prototypes the Zipper Scarf ($120) in the Bagru studio. For printer artisans, there is a significant advantage to being part of a cooperative: more control over job responsibilities and workload, and higher wages compared to those offered by industrial printing factories in the area.

Drafting Designs at Block Shop Textiles | Remodelista

Above: The process for a Block Shop scarf begins with the design, drawn freehand in ink and watercolor. "We insist on keeping the hand involved in every step of the process," says Lily

Block Printing in Bagru, India, Block Shop Textiles | Remodelista

Above: After the pattern is created, designs are carved into blocks of sisam wood by master carvers in Bagru. Printers dip the blocks into a dye tray, and as Lily says, "they stamp our airy silk-cotton fabric with a pound of the fist in one quick motion. Our dabu resist patterns are printed with a mud paste, then dipped in the dye vat. Every color requires a separate printing, so you can see how time-consuming the process can be."

Block Printing in Bagru, India, Block Shop Textiles | Remodelista

Above: After being printed, scarves fix in the sun for three days; they're then boiled in a bath of alum and flowers and dried on the grounds again, before being shipped to the US. The Stockman sisters say they've received an occasional scarf stamped with a "Bagru blessing," the hoof print of an errant cow.

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Above: The Flock Marigold and Gray Scarf is $120 through Block Shop online.

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Above: Hopie works on designs at the home of Block Shop's foreman. For both Lily and Hopie, having a close relationship with the growing co-op has been integral to their process and results. Explains Hopie, "We know exactly how much every single person is being paid, who needs more work because auntie is in the hospital, who is the best indigo dyer, and who needs a micro loan for a new sewing machine at home." 

Tea in the Offices of Block Shop Textiles in Bagru, India | Remodelista

Above: "Our printers are like family to us," says Lily. "After four years of sharing stories over chai, learning Bollywood dance moves from their kids, and sweating through infernal 115 degree heat with blue-stained hands to get just the right shade of indigo—it's only natural that our relationship has evolved into one of love and respect."

Block Printing in Bagru, India, Block Shop Textiles | Remodelista

In addition to building relationships, the sisters of Block Shop feel a responsibility to contribute to the community. To address the lack of medical care options in Bagru, Lily and Hopie are working to set up mobile medical clinics, an initiative that launched this January and brought six Jaipur-based doctors to the region for a day-long mobile healthcare clinic with complete community participation. According to Lily, over 200 people received medical examinations and 67 received corrective lenses; just this past month, the initiative sponsored eight successful cataract surgeries. Next up: the Stockman sisters are currently exploring ways to provide families with water filtration treatments to cut down on waterborne illness.

Want to try a simplified version of block printing? See Alexa's DIY Tea Towels and Izabella's Three Fabric Printing Techniques. And on Gardenista, have a look at Justine's DIY Wrapping Paper Made by Your Kids (hint: potatoes required). Oh, and here's a DIY Hand-Blocked Chair to Obsess Over.

Where Madonna Shops in Mumbai

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"What do we need to know about?" we asked photographer Matthew Williams, just back from a month of capturing the high life all over India. His answer was definitive: "Bungalow 8."

Named for its original location in owner Maithili Ahluwalia's bungalow, the 10-year-old emporium now sprawls over three floors of an 1857 heritage building in Colaba, Mumbai, and is devoted to spotlighting the best of Indian design, from fashion to contemporary tableware to salvaged factory lights and baroque picture frames—and many points in between.

Maithili was only 24 when she returned to Mumbai, fresh from having studied at Swarthmore College and the London School of Economics, and worked as a management consultant in New York. The fact that she opened Bungalow 8 was no surprise: her grandmother Chandu Morarji set up the first lifestyle store in the city (and designed for Chanel), and her mother is celebrated jewelry designer Jamini Ahluwalia (you can find her pieces on the third floor of B8). "Design is in my DNA," say Mathili. Come browse.

Photographs courtesy of Bungalow 8, unless noted.

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Above: A dining room unfolds on the first floor, which is devoted to showcasing household accessories in full detail.

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Above: The tableware on offer ranges from antique Anglo-India tea services to modern rustic pottery.

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Above: The building was given its romantic-industrial look by Bijoy Jain of Studio Mumbai, who exposed the concrete and brick walls and preserved original features, including the glass double doors. Shown here, the second floor—the shop's bed and bath section—defined by its striking concrete floor tiles.

Bungalow 8 concept store Mumbai | Remodelista

Above: Bungalow 8 is known for sourcing antiques from all over India and restoring the pieces before they show up in one of the store's ever-changing displays. Here, before a window wall, vintage wicker office chairs and wooden armchairs surround a periodicals rack lit by a towering industrial light.

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 Above: The second floor's bath paraphernalia area, complete with tub.

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Above: Bungalow 8 just opened a B8 Summer Essentials Pop-Up at Baba's Wood Cafe in Goa, open until April 30.

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Above: The top floor is devoted to fashion and includes the store's in-house label, The Bungalow, by Mathieu Gugumus-Leguillon, a designer with Lanvin creds whose mandate, like the store's, is to present goods that are "rooted in India but global in language."  Architect Bijoy Jain celebrated the soaring space by exposing the rafters and inserting glass sections in the floor that supply views below. Photograph by Dustin Aksland via Dwell.

Bungalow 8 concept store Mumbai | Remodelista

Above: To ensure that Bungalow 8 is easy to find, its exterior is in the midst of receiving a new paint job.

The New York equivalent of Bungalow 8? ABC Carpet & Home is definitely a kindred spirit. For our favorite shops around the world, peruse Shopper's Diary and Gardenista's Picks, including the World's Most Beautiful Floral Shop.

Location of Bungalow 8 in Grants Building, 17 Arthur Bunder Road, in Colaba, Mumbai:

A River Runs Through It: Brio Architects in India

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Located in Alibag, Maharashtra, a coastal town across the harbor from Mumbai, the House on a Stream is a weekend refuge for a busy Mumbai-based couple. Set on a one-acre plot with its own microclimate thanks to an abundance of fruit trees and dense foliage, the board-formed concrete and timber house "consists of two parts: the day areas (the dining, kitchen, living room) are separated from the master bedroom by a bridge that spans across the stream," according to Robert Verrijt and Shefali Balwani, the principles of Mumbai-based Brio Architecture.

Photos by Sebastian Zachariah via Arch Daily.

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Above: "Concrete left exposed in the humid climate achieves a patina that becomes more right and alive over time and provides a muted surface against the vibrant green surroundings," the architects say.

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Above: "The swimming pool is aligned along the stream, acting as a substitute for it during the dry season, and as an extension of it during the monsoons."

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Above: The approach to the main living space is shaded by a slatted pergola.

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Above: Multiple openings allow for abundant cross breezes in the warmer months.

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Above: The dining room is fully open on two sides.

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Above: The house's "day areas"—dining room, kitchen, and living room—overlook each other.

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Above: The dining area opens to a courtyard.

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Above: "Since the owners are enthusiastic cooks, the kitchen is the heart of the house, a large, inviting volume with a high ceiling."

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Above: The kitchen is sleek and minimal.

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Above: The interiors are illuminated by a central skylight.

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Above: A built-in window seat does double duty as a step to the outdoors.

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Above: The master bedroom, which faces west, gets the evening sun; the doors are retractable for a fully indoor/outdoor experience.

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Above: Ceiling fans provide ventilation during the warmer months.

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Above: The guest room wing.

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Above: Slanting light via a strategically positioned skylight.

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Above: The bathroom is spare and minimal.

For inspirational contemporary houses, peruse our Architect Visits and Architecture & Interiors posts, including 10 Houses Made From Shipping Containers. Have a look at Landscape Architecture on Gardenista, plus an Irish Seaside Getaway in a Converted Stone Stable.

Remodeling 101: How to Select a Dishwasher

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Need a new dishwasher? The choices of brands, models, and features is daunting. And because it's an appliance you're likely to use all the time, it's important to do your research and take stock of your wants and needs to determine the right workhorse for your kitchen. Where to start?

The good news is that almost all of today's conventional dishwashers perform admirably in the cleaning department. They also run more quietly than the machines of the past, and their energy efficiency has increased. Dishwashers built since 2012 are required to use about 9 percent less electricity and 27 percent less water to meet the Federal Energy Star standard. The crucial differentiating factors include cleaning cycle options, interior setup, quietness of operation, and aesthetics—all of which impact cost and performance. Here are tips to help you figure out the machine that's right for you.

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Above: A new dishwasher should last ten or more years. Image courtesy of Bosch.

What are your kitchen's size constraints?

While dishwashers are one of the most standardized appliances in terms of sizing, your kitchen may have unusual dimensions, so the first step is to measure your dishwasher opening, or the available space you have to create an opening. (Dishwasher placement is simple: it should be located to the left or the right of your kitchen sink.) Standard dishwashers are designed to fit in an opening that is 24 inches wide, 24 inches deep, and 34 inches high. "Don't make the mistake of assuming your opening is standard," advises Julie Lecap, owner of Contractor's Appliance Source in San Francisco. "Pay particular attention to the height of the opening. Things like layers of flooring or extra-thick countertops make the dimensions anything but standard." If the height of the opening is short of 34 inches, a standard dishwasher may not fit. One solution to consider is a dishwasher that's ADA (Americans With Disabilities Act) compliant; these come in heights of 32 and 33 inches and are worth Googling.

There are other options for small kitchens, including 18-inch-wide dishwashers and dishwasher drawers. Flexible in size and installation, dishwasher drawers are available in single or double-drawer configurations. The double drawer models offer a total capacity similar to a full-size dishwasher, but each drawer operates independently for flexibility (great for doing a quick load while entertaining) and energy savings.

Fisher Paykel DishDrawer, Remodelista

Above: The Fisher Paykel Tall Series Single DishDrawer (DD24ST) is 24 inches wide and accommodates seven place settings; $809 in stainless with a straight handle (as shown) at AJ Madison. For more options, see our post, Appliances: Dishwasher Drawers.

What are your cleaning habits?

How you handle your dishes before you load them can determine what level of cleaning performance and features you need from a dishwasher, driving the selection and price.

 
  • Are you a pre-rinser? Then it may make sense to skip the higher cost of models with scrubbing and power washing features.
  • Do you take dirty dishes straight from the table to the dishwasher? A model with a built-in hard food grinder to handle food waste should be on your list.
  • Do your needs vary? Several dishwashers offer a soil sensor feature that automatically adjusts cycle times and strengths depending on how dirty the wash water is throughout the wash cycle.
  • How large are your loads? Thinner (and more effective) insulation and compact bottom motors have enabled manufacturers to increase interior tub size without affecting the outer dimensions. If you need maximum space, look for models with tall tubs.

Bosch 800 Series Dishwasher Interior, Remodelista

Above: Bosch maintained its dishwashers' exterior size while redesigning the interiors by introducing a larger stainless tub and concave interior door. These features allow for larger racks that increase the loading space by 3 inches. This improvement applies to all of the Bosch models from the 300 series and up. The Bosch 500 DLX Series Dishwasher with a bar handle and stainless finish (also offered in white and black) is $854 at AJ Madison. 

What interior features are important to you?

This is where you need to be your own matchmaker. Are you an entertainer who needs interior racks that can accommodate stemware and large serving dishes? Or do you mostly eat takeout and need the simplest of rack configurations? Like so many things, the array of choices can be dizzying. Some of the key features to consider include:

  • Adjustable racks. There are racks that raise to make room for large pots or platters in the lower level. Similarly, adjustable top racks lower to give more headroom for tall glassware. There are also adjustable tines (see example below) that create different configurations for loading plates and glassware.
  • Two or Three racks. Many higher-end dishwashers offer a third rack at the top for cutlery and other flat kitchenware. This can increase capacity by up to 30 percent.
  • Flatware tray or basket. The third rack at the top that is designed as a cutlery tray can eliminate the need for a traditional cutlery basket, freeing up the bottom rack for dishes. Many find that they like to have the option of both the basket and the tray.
  • Interior lighting. This is a relatively new feature in high-end machines.
  • Stainless steel or plastic tub. While there doesn't seem to be much difference in durability, stainless tubs won't stain and can aid drying as the entire surface heats up during the dry cycle speeding up the process.

When zeroing on a model, don't hesitate to give it a test drive. As Julie Lecap of Contractor's Appliance Source suggests: "If you have dishes of unusual size that you want to be sure fit in the dishwasher, bring them to the showroom and load them right into the machine."

Miele Dishwasher Flexicare Racks, Remodelista

Above: Adjustable racks with folding tines can accommodate cumbersome dishes. The Miele Futura Classic Series offers adaptable interior features such as a third cutlery rack and flexible racks and tines; $999 in white or black, and $1,099 in stainless. The higher-end Miele Futura Dimension Series adds hidden controls, a bar handle, and advanced acoustics; $1,899 in stainless at AJ Madison.

Miele Dishwasher Interior LED Lights, Remodelista

Above: Higher-end dishwashers come with convenience features like interior lighting. Image Courtesy of Miele.

Is quietness essential?

The good news is that most mid-range to high-end dishwashers run more quietly than machines of the past. The top-of-the-line brands and machines are in a fierce competition over decibel levels, which, of course, benefits the consumer. Before getting caught up in the data, it's wise to consider how important quietness is to your day to day dishwasher use. If you're an entertainer who needs to run the dishwasher in the middle of your dinner parties and your kitchen is open to your dining space, then acoustics are important. If, like me, you only run your dishwasher late at night when the kitchen is dark and the guests have gone home, noise is less significant.

Beyond the manufacturer's insulation and operational noise-reduction efforts, selecting a machine with a manual clean filter instead of a food-grinding filter will reduce noise significantly.The noise is also impacted by the way dishes are loaded—if they're touching, there's likely to be clatter—and soil level.

How does this translate to the figures listed by manufacturers? A normal conversation is considered to be at about 60 decibels (60 dB), while a whisper is about 30 dB. The levels on most dishwashers commonly range between 45 and 59 dB, with the highest-end, ultra-quiet models advertising levels as low as 37 dB. My dishwasher is said to be at 46 dB and while it is audible, it doesn't impact conversation.

White Cabinet-Fronted Dishwasher, Remodelista

Above: A dishwasher fronted with a custom shaker-style cabinet. Image via Desde My Ventana.

What about the looks?

Aesthetics are not to be ignored and are a big factor in the price of the machine. The decisions you have include the following:

  • The face of the dishwasher. A primary consideration is whether you want your dishwasher to be fronted with a panel that matches your cabinetry for what's known as a fully integrated look. Many models are available in a panel-ready option (meaning you supply the dishwasher front). Alternatively, most dishwashers are offered with black, white, and stainless fronts, the latter being the most expensive. Some makes, such as Aga, also have color options that match their other appliances.
  • Handle design. Do you want a straight or recessed handle—or no handle at all?
  • Placement of the dishwasher's controls. This primarily comes down to two choices (with some variation): hidden or visible. Hidden controls are placed on the top of the door and are concealed when the dishwasher is closed. Controls situated on the front of the door generally bring down the price and offer the convenience of knowing where the machine is in its cycle.

Bosch Dishwasher Handle and Control Panel Choices, Remodelista

Above: This line-up of Bosch dishwashers shows three handle options (L to R): recessed handle with angled controls, flush handle with hidden controls, and bar handle with hidden controls.

Dishwasher Hidden Control Panel, Remodelista

Above: The door-top hidden control panel on the GE Fully Integrated Stainless Steel Dishwasher (GLDT690D); $719 at AJ Madison.

Viola Park Kitchen System in Oak, Remodelista

Above: The dishwasher disappears—in this Viola Park Kitchen System the dishwasher is concealed behind a cabinet front to the left of sink.

Dishwasher Care Tips

With proper care, a new dishwasher should last ten or more years. The good news is that maintenance is minimal. Protect your investment with a few simple steps:

  • Keep the filter clean and clear. In machines with manual cleaning filters, it's a good idea to remove and rinse them periodically. The frequency depends on how much you pre-rinse your dishes and how dirty your filters get. I rinse mine once a month and it seems to barely need it.
  • Run your dishwasher with a cleaning solution periodically to reduce mold, mildew, and mineral buildup.
  • Know your water. Hard water can be tough on dishwashers leaving deposits or scale not only on your dishes but in the water dispenser holes and other key operational parts of the machine. If you live in a region with hard water, consider selecting a model with a built-in water softener. Alternatively, be sure to add Dishwasher Water Softener Salts ($18 for a 2 kilo bag at Amazon) to prevent buildups and produce better cleaning results
  • Suss out service. When considering brands, be sure to research service. You want a brand that has service professionals available in your area.

Urban Galley Kitchen Dishwasher, Remodelista

Above: A stainless-fronted dishwasher with hidden controls in the galley kitchen of a remodeled Eichler Home in the Bay Area belonging to Lisa Collins of Studio One|San Francisco. Photograph by Mark Adams.

Dishwasher Selection Recap

Key Considerations:

  • Know your space constraints
  • Review your cleaning habits
  • Take stock of the machine's interior features
  • Determine the importance of quietness
  • Consider the aesthetics: face panels, handles, and controls
  • Research brand service availability in your area

For information on specific dishwasher brands and models, see our posts:

Remodeling you kitchen? Get expert advice:15 Essential Tips for Designing a Kitchen.

High/Low: The Indian Stainless Steel Dish Rack

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Last week I had the pleasure of purchasing a nesting tiffin tin set for $14 from my local Indian grocery. Stainless steel dish drying racks, like tiffin food containers, are commonplace in Indian kitchens. Unfortunately, finding them in these parts takes some doing (not to mention ready cash).

We have to credit French design company Tsé & Tsé (first seen at Mc & Co) for first bringing the Indian dish rack to our attention a few years ago. We've all been wanting one ever since. Tsé & Tsé's wall-mounted designs are fabricated from stainless steel in a range of sizes and have subtle tweaks to the originals, such as clip-on flatware holders—details that we suspect play into their price tag of as much as $595. As we wait for the stainless dish rack to be as ubiquitous here in the States as the tiffin tin, I sleuthed out a few worthy options, both high and low.

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Tsé & Tsé Large Wall Mounted Dish Rack | Remodelista

Above: Tsé & Tsé's Large Stainless Steel Dish Rack is €307 (about $423 USD); it's available directly through the French company's website.

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The Plate Rack Co. in the United Kingdom | Remodelista

Above: The Plate Rack Co. is a UK company started by a couple named Jen and Nick—aka Mr. and Mrs. Plate Rack—after their travels to India inspired them to source the rack and sell it online. Their Stainless Steel Racks are available in a mini size (£99), middle (£125, and similar in configuration to the Tsé & Tsé model above), and mighty (shown here; £240). They're also getting ready to offer Painted Plate Racks in white and seafoam green.

Kingfisher House Wall Mounted Colorful Plate Rack | Remodelista

Above: Danish company Kingfisher House sells painted steel dish racks through their showroom and online; for pricing and details, contact them directly.

Extra Large Wall Mounted Dish Rack | Remodelista

Above: For the adventurous set, Stainless Steel Plate Racks in sizes ranging from 24-by-10 inches to 36-by-10 inches are available through Blue Star Kitchen Sinks in India; inquire about price and shipping.

Curious about tiffin tins? See our recent post Object Lessons: The Trusty Tiffin Box. For more dish-drying options, have a look at 10 Easy Pieces: Countertop Dish Drainers. Check out more of our Design Sleuths—and Gardenista's Design Sleuths, too.


Traditional Kalamkari from Les Indiennes

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Fabrics made by the complex hand-block printing technique of kalamkari first came to the European market in the 18th century. These classic Indian motifs inspired by nature still look fresh today—but it's no mean feat to create them. Working with the artisan descendants of those first exporters from southern India, Mary Mulcahy, founder of Hudson, New York-based Les Indiennes, has introduced a new collection of Traditional Kalamkari. Strictly adhering to old-school kalamkari methods, which include repeatedly rinsing and beating bales of organic cotton against large rocks and laying them out in the intense Indian sun to bleach before hand-block printing with natural dyes (and that's just to mention the beginning steps), the fabrics are inherently sustainable, not to mention wonderfully soft and broken in. 

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Above: The complicated and labor-intensive kalamkari printing process results in textiles with evocative colors and prints. The patterns are hand printed from carved teak blocks with dyes made from natural materials, including plants, roots, earth, and rocks.

Les Indiennes Traditional Kalamkari Orange Laureline Table Cloth | Remodelista

Above: The vibrant Laureline Tablecloth is 58 inches by 84 inches; $95.

Les Indiennes Traditional Kalamkari Small Deco Yellow and Blue Julia Duvet | Remodelista

Above: The Julia Duvet Cover come in twin, full/queen, and king sizes, and is priced at $267 to $360.

Les Indiennes Traditional Kalamkari Small Deco Yellow and Blue Julia Duvet | Remodelista

Above: The border of the Julia Duvet Cover depicts a traditional scene of daily life. 

Les Indiennes Traditional Kalamkari Red and White Rebecca Duvet | Remodelista

Above: The Rebecca Duvet Cover come in twin, full/queen, and king sizes, and is priced at $267 to $360.

Les Indiennes Traditional Kalamkari Red and White Rebecca Pillow | Remodelista

Above: The red and white abstract leaf pattern has a contemporary feel. 

Les Indiennes Traditional Kalamkari Small Deco Blue and White Laura Pillow | Remodelista

Above: The Laura Pillow Cover is 18 inches by 18 inches; $52.

Les Indiennes Traditional Kalamkari Red and Blue Bianca Table Cloth | Remodelista

Above: The Bianca Table Cloth is 58 inches by 84 inches; $95.

Les Indiennes Traditional Kalamkari Red and Blue Bianca Napkin | Remodelista

Above: Bianca Napkins, 22 inches by 22 inches, are $64 for a set of four.

Les Indiennes founder Mary Mulcahy has a passion for block-printing as borne out by the intensive development she undertook to produce her line of Hand-Printed Wallpaper. See Geometric Fabrics in London by Way of India and Wallpaper, Textiles, and Tiles by Akin & Suri for more Indian-inspired patterns. And on Gardenista, textile artist Sasha Duerr talks about Creating Natural Dyes for Fabric

Palette & Paints: India-Inspired Paint Colors

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When we think of India, we think of color. We imagine the nearly-neon pigments of the springtime festival Holi, and remember Diana Vreeland's declaration that "pink is the navy blue of India." (For more on that, read Michelle's Domestic Dispatches.)

But perhaps most of all, we think of India's earthy hues: still bright, but muted enough to be infinitely usable in India and beyond. We noted that several shades in our recent post on Metallic Wall Paints would flatter these colors beautifully (especially Warm Silver and English Brown).

Photographs by Meredith Swinehart

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Above: Top row, left to right: Farrow & Ball Incarnadine; Farrow & Ball India Yellow; Farrow & Ball Brinjal; and Ralph Lauren Baltic Blue. Bottom row: Valspar Swiftly Green; Valspar Perfect Storm; Valspar La Fonda Ortiz Gold; and Valspar Bear Claw

Farrow & Ball Incarnadine, India Inspired Paint Colors, Remodelista

Above: Farrow & Ball's Incarnadine is, if you ask us, the perfect earthy red. (The paint maker notes that this crimson is similar to the one used by famed designer David Hicks in the 1970s.)

Farrow & Ball India Yellow, India Inspired Paint Colors, Remodelista

Above: Farrow & Ball's India Yellow has a colorful past—the pigment on which it is based was first available in England in the 18th century, and made by reducing the bright yellow urine of cows fed on a special diet of mango leaves.

Farrow & Ball Brinjal, India Inspired Paint Colors, Remodelista

Above: Farrow & Ball's Brinjal takes its name from a South Asian word for eggplant.

Ralph Lauren Baltic Blue, India Inspired Paint Colors, Remodelista

Above: Ralph Lauren's Baltic Blue reminds us of the bright shades of blue saris. 

Valspar Swiftly Green, India Inspired Paint Colors, Remodelista

Above: Valspar Swiftly Green is the brightest of the earthy yellow hues we've chosen here. (Achieve a similar shade yourself by making fabric dye from turmeric: see DIY: Natural Turmeric-Dyed Tablecloth.)

Valspar Perfect Storm, India Inspired Paint Colors, Remodelista

Above: Valspar's Perfect Storm is a match for the dark teal we've admired on many an Indian embroidery. 

Valspar La Fonda Ortiz Gold, India Inspired Paint Colors, Remodelista

Above: Valspar's La Fonda Ortiz Gold may have a Spanish name, but it's a close approximation of the earthy gold hue of Farrow & Ball's India Yellow shown above. (La Fonda Ortiz is slightly redder.) 

Valspar Bear Claw, India Inspired Paint Colors, Remodelista

Above: The dark red earth of India is evoked in Valspar's Bear Claw

For more paint shades to try, see all our Palette & Paints posts, including Coastline-Inspired Blues; Jade and Celadon Greens; and, on Gardenista, the Best Black Exterior Paints

Horn Please: A Playful Indian Canteen in Melbourne

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Jessi and Jennifer Singh are Melbourne restauranteurs with a sense of humor. Horn Please (one of their three local establishments), is an Indian canteen in the suburb of Fitzroy North named after the slogan hand painted on the hatchback of vehicles across India (horns are used to signal passing on narrow roads). Chef Jessi Singh, who grew up in a village in North India, serves up Indian street food—curries, naan from the tandoor, and homemade kulfi—in a playful, airy dining room full of portraits from India, Hindu proverbs painted on the walls, and, yes, horns—but please refrain from honking. 

Photography by Hilary Walker

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Above: “Not you typical Indian joint,” proudly note the owners. An outsized portrait and Hindu wall script decorate the airy bar area. Pendant lighting with neon fabric cords hangs above the sleek wooden counter. 

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Above: Hot pink Tolix stools stand out against the bar's blue and white tiles. (Have you heard that Tolix just introduced its first new design in 80 years? Take a look.)

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Above: A wedding portrait decorates a wall and reappears as the menu cover. Plants hang from colorful macrame hangers—and here's how you can make your own DIY Macrame Hanger.

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Above: Pink horns are placed on top of the bar. Local artist Rebeccah Power painted the portraits that hang throughout the eatery.

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Above: Artist Power also hand painted Hindi proverbs o the bar wall leading into the kitchen. 

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Above: Some walls are adorned with Indian studio portraits that the owners collected during numerous trips to India. Some of the tables are long enough to be communal.

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Above: Bollywood films are projected onto the white walls at dinner time.

To learn more, go to Horn Please.

Does your heart skip every time you see an accent of hot pink? Ours does. See Michelle's Ode to Pink Mohair Throw Blankets. And here are some Sherbet Shaded Pillows made by Indian artisans.

Ask the Expert: An Insider's Guide to Delhi from Monica Patel-Cohn

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Brooklyn-based clothing designer Monica Patel-Cohn of Two New York is making a name for herself with her modern take on the traditional sari (have a look at her caftans and tunics here). Monica, who grew up in California with an Indian father and an Italian mother (both heritages serve her well on the textile front), has been visiting India since she was a child. "When I go there, I am in awe; I feel so connected to the culture. Ever since I was little, I've always loved the textiles and seeing all the saris going by." Most of her father's family is from Gujarat, including her uncle and aunt, architects Nimish Patel and Parul Zaveri, whose firm Abhikram is an award-winning architectural practice noted for its approach to sustainability. As an adult, Monica has become very familiar with Delhi, where she travels frequently to shop for fabrics and supplies for her line. We recently asked her to share some of her favorite places in India’s capital city. 

Remodelista: How do you prep before you go?
Monica Patel-Cohn: My beloved Love Delhi guide book by Fiona Caulfield. Her guides are an amazing launch pad for a trip to India. The books focus on individual areas—Delhi, Goa, Mumbai, and Jaipur, Rajasthan—they're packed with information it would take months or years to acquire. I pick four new things to check out every visit. It's the number one thing I read.

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Above: Mr. Manjeet and his Ambassador taxi. Photograph by Monica Patel Cohn.

RM: How do you navigate India’s biggest city? 
MPC: I managed to find the best driver through a friend; his name is Mr. Manjeet, and he drives an Ambassador taxi, one of the classic cars made near Calcutta and unchanged since the 1950s. He works out all my stops over four or five days. Delhi is huge and it can be intense getting from one place to another. 

En Inde Dehli City Guide | Remodelista  

Above L: The latest Eka collection at En Inde. Above R: Jewelry and antlers on display at En Inde.

RM: Shopping?
MPCEn Inde is the hippest store I've come across and I love the space. It’s owned by Sonal Sood and Anupama Lalvani, Anupama worked at ABC Carpet & Home in NYC, and also had an architecture firm. Along with a mix of clothing and jewelry, they sell their own Naga pottery, dish ware made from Indian black clay and stone. They have done an amazing job. Another good clothing stop is Moonriver; it has all of India's latest fashions.

Moonriver Dehli City Guide | Remodelista

Above: Moonriver, a design concept store. Photograph via Vogue India

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Above: A shot of a pin board at the studio of Raw Mango. Photograph by Monica Patel-Cohn.

RM: Any other must sees?
MPC: One of my most favorite stops is the studio of Raw Mango. Sanjay is a hot, up-andcoming sari designer with a great following. His work is beautiful and elegant, and I love how his studio is decorated and filled with art—everything is edited so well. His saris can be found at Good Earth in Khan Market, which has a great selection of work by Indian designers. It's a must for home decor lovers, and there's a cafe in the market. 

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Above: Cotton bedding at Shades of India.

RM: Where do you go for fabric?
MPC: For vintage textiles, I go to Kamayani. Kamayani, the owner is famous for her selection of textiles. If I stop by to see her, I always try to get a peek into the art gallery Nature Mort nearby. I go to Shades of India for bedding and for their great art mobiles.

Chandri Chowk Market, Dehli Travel Guide | Remodelista

Above L: Kinari Market in Chandri Chowk. Above R: A three-wheel bike used for navigating the markets. Photograph by Monica Patel-Cohn.

RM: Any markets to recommend?
MPC: Yes, markets are a great way to see what’s going on. The prices are affordable and you can buy directly from the person who makes the product. I like the Kinari Bazaar in Chandni Chowk for all that glitters and shines (as my  Love Delhi guidebook describes it). You can pick up sequins, tassels, lace—anything for an Indian wedding. No cars are allowed so we use little three-seater bikes.

RM: Other markets?
MPC: Dilli Haat is another year-round market; it's government-sponsored and includes textiles and crafts from various regions of the country. 

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Above: Chez Nini. 

RM: Food?
MPC: I'm only in Delhi for a few days at a time for work, and being on a tight schedule I am just cautious not to get sick so I don't eat in the the markets in old Delhi since the water isn't purified, and for drinks I stick to bottled water and beer. That said, I have a few spots on my list to try from the girls at En Inde, including Chez Nini in the Meher Chand Market. 

Leela Palace Hotel, Dehli Guide | Remodelista  

Above: The Lutyens-inspired arches in the lobby at the Leela Palace. Edwin Lutyens was the British architect who, in the early 1920s, was responsible for creating New Delhi, a municipality within Delhi and the capital of India.

RM: Where do you like to stay?
MPC: I stay at the Leela Palace. It's over the top; there's always a lot going on there. Some people like to stay at The Imperial; it's more classic and has a long history—Ghandi stayed there. I’ve also wanted to check out The Manor. It’s a little hard to access, but more modern.

RM: How do you escape the crowds?
MPC: Lodhi Garden, near Khan Market, is the most relaxing spot in Delhi. A real getaway. It has mind-blowing architecture and is so tranquil. I love to start out my morning with a walk through Lodhi. 

Lodhi Gardens, Monica Patel Cohn Dehli Guide | Remodelista

Above L: Lodhi Garden. Above R: Monica dressed for business. Photograph by Monica Patel-Cohn.

RM: Any other tips?
MPC:  I don’t get dressed up or get fancy. I only really wear pants and a shirt when I'm in Delhi. 

RM: Aside from the Love Guides can you recommend any other inside sources?
MPC: I love these two great blogs: Border and Fall and Wear About.

We've been celebrating design in India all week; peruse our finds here. And visit Gardenista to see Indian Gardens. Ready for another insider city tour? Allow cool girl Natasha Figueroa to give you her Guide to Copenhagen.

Talk of the Town: Fashion Star Marie-Anne Oudejans Designs a Bar in Jaipur

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Somehow in the last year or so, all of the world's most stylish people seemed to have touched down upon Jaipur, India, and decided to stay a while—and get some work done, too. Such is the case for Dutch designer Marie-Anne Oudejans, creator of the runaway-hit fashion label Tocca. Of late Oudejans has been living at Jaipur's historic (and happening) Narain Niwas Palace Hotel, where she's been transforming the bar into one of the world's most fanciful cocktail lounges. It just opened—and goes to show that magical dressmaker details translate well on a grand scale.

Photographs by Neil Davenport.

Bar Palladio Jaipur India designed by Marie-Anne Oudejans | Remodelista

 Above: Your Campari and soda and Rajput club sandwich await in a field of blue and white flowers—with orange scalloped edging. 

Bar Palladio Jaipur India designed by Marie-Anne Oudejans | Remodelista

Above: Bar Palladio is owned by Barbara Miolini, a Swiss-Italian ex-pat who wanted to introduce an Italian-style lounge in her adopted home. She hired her friend Marie-Anne Oudejans to fully create the wonderland setting. From conception to opening, the project took eight months. "By drawing on royal Mughal style and the feeling of the opulence of the maharajahs from the 20th century, Marie-Anne created a space that pays homage to its Indian surroundings yet feel completely European at the same time," says Amber-Grey Chiara Knowles, a kids' fashion designer in Jaipur and Oudejans' assistant on the project.

Bar Palladio Jaipur India designed by Marie-Anne Oudejans | Remodelista

Above: "By drawing on royal Mughal style and the feeling of the opulence of the maharajahs from the 20th century, Marie-Anne created a space that pays homage to its Indian surroundings yet feels completely European at the same time," says Amber-Grey Chiara Knowles, a children's fashion designer and Oudejans' assistant on the project.

Bar Palladio Jaipur India designed by Marie-Anne Oudejans | Remodelista

Above: The glasses are old-fashioned crystal. (Your grandmother's crystal is having a moment; take a look at our Trend Alert.)

Bar Palladio Jaipur India designed by Marie-Anne Oudejans | Remodelista

Above: The Veneto, where owner Miolini once lived, is part of the spirit of the place. Oudejan's created the bar's graphics in collaboration with Marie Lusa of Studio Marie Lusa in Zurich.

Bar Palladio Jaipur India designed by Marie-Anne Oudejans | Remodelista

Above: Painted detailing and pierced walls in royal blue.

Bar Palladio Jaipur India designed by Marie-Anne Oudejans | Remodelista

Above: Every detail, down to the pillow piping, was designed by Oudejans and fabricated by Jaipur artisans. Vikas Soni of Jeypur Arts painted the interior, including these murals of exotic birds under a tented ceiling.

Banquette at Bar Palladio Jaipur India designed by Marie Anne Oudejans | Remodelista

Above: A field of flowers on a banquette; Lily Pulitzer would approve.

Bar Palladio Jaipur India designed by Marie Anne Oudejans | Remodelista

Above: The menu presents Italian fare served on formal china—and on the placemats that echo the architectural details.

Bar Palladio Jaipur India designed by Marie Anne Oudejans | Remodelista

Above: The multi-room bar has many quiet hideaways, including the White Room. Oudejans borrowed her blue and white motifs from classic Indian designs that she translated in an outsized way.

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Above: A corner of the bar is presented as a fanciful stage set.

Bar Palladio Jaipur India designed by Marie Anne Oudejans | Remodelista

Above: The mood shifts to teal in a room off the main bar with classical Indian archways and embellishments. Note the orange ceiling edging, a finishing touch throughout that pulls together the whole design.

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Above: Drinks for five alongside a ram-shaped bowl

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Above: Bar Palladio continues in the garden, newly splashed out with tented banquettes and flaming fire pits. Oudejans plans to continue living in Jaipur, where in addition to working as a fashion consultant, she's now running Trust and Treasure Heritage, her new design company. Bar Palladio is the outfit's first project. See Bar Palladio and the Narain Niwas Palace Hotel for more details and reservations.

For more design inspiration from near and far, peruse Hotels & Lodgings in our photo gallery. And at India Song, you can catch up on all of this week's discoveries (including Abode, the Ace Hotel of Mumbai). Ready to do some planting? Here are Gardenista's 10 Garden Ideas to Steal from India

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