Anamika Khanna takes us inside her Kolkata home, which exhibits craftsmanship in every form
Anamika Khanna’s Kolkata home pays tribute to art and textiles
Indian fashion designer Anamika Khanna is one of the finest fashion designers in the country. Known for her exquisite fabrics and fine craftsmanship, the designer has now shared a part of her heart with the world. In an exclusive chat with AD, Anamika told the audience about her Kolkata home. Her home in Alipore area of South Kolkata is designed by Sri Lankan genius Channa Daswatte and is a beautiful depiction of art, textiles, ceramics and everything her family loves.
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View on InstagramThe entrance with a long Burmese teak double door leads to Anamika’s dining room, where every object will grab your attention. The theme of the room is rounded off by the dark coloured walls. Candles, tuberose packed vases and lotus flowers add an aesthetic touch to the room. A painting by Jayshree Burman is spread across one side of the room, making the whole area look more attractive. What makes the room even more special is the hand-painted temple that Anamika acquired from an art dealer’s collection. Talking about the room, she said, “Our dining room wasn’t even planned. I thought we would fit it in the living room”.
All kinds of craftsmanship are a sight to behold in his home. Three walls of chikankari work greet visitors from the main entrance. In the living room, beige sofas and silver cushions add to the beauty of a neutral colour scheme. Embroidered panels on the staircase walls reflect the designer’s distinctive style.
Art is what makes their home special as you will find it in every corner. Talking about this, they said, “It is not just about important artists but also about the art pieces that we love and feel very connected to.” Some of their favourite things include a stupa with carvings of 108 Buddhas, a sculpture by Paresh Maity and paintings by Sameer Aich, Dhruvi Acharya and many others.
She shared one of her private corners with us, which is her walk-in closet. This closet covers the entire corridor and is covered with mirrors. "I wanted my closet to be bigger than my bedroom," she told AD. Finally, she takes us to her garden, where ferns and trees grow naturally. Plants like Champa, Juhi flowers and an old Peepal tree hold their place proudly. "I consider it a pillar of my home," Anamika describes her garden.
Anamika Khanna's Kolkata home shines with modern art and traditional touches.
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