Shades of India has opened a new bespoke textile studio in Sultanpur, Delhi. The 4,500-square-foot studio brings textiles, furniture, art and objects together in a home-like setting.
The studio was conceived by Creative Director Mandeep Nagi Housego and Chairman David Housego. It is designed as an extension of their approach to living with textiles.
Textiles in a Real-Life Setting
The new studio allows visitors to see fabrics beyond samples and catalogues. They can view textiles at scale and understand their texture, surface and colour.
The space also shows how fabrics work with furniture, lighting, architecture and other materials. This helps clients explore how textiles can change the feel of an interior.
Mandeep said the studio was created to help people experience textiles in the setting where they may use them.
Focus on Bespoke Projects
Shades of India has worked with architects and designers for more than three decades. Its work covers residential, hospitality and commercial projects.
The new studio gives clients a space to discuss bespoke projects. Ideas can start with a fabric, colour, surface or architectural detail. The team can then test different materials, textures and scales.
The company said clients now show greater interest in texture, individuality and materials made for specific spaces.
Craft Meets Contemporary Interiors
Traditional Indian techniques remain an important part of the studio’s work. Mandeep believes these techniques do not need to be changed to feel contemporary.
Instead, new colours, materials, scales and settings can give traditional techniques a fresh context. This approach allows craft to remain connected to its origins while fitting modern interiors.
The studio also includes textiles from David Housego’s Bukhara collection. The collection includes pieces from Bukhara, Iran and Herat.
Exploring New Textile Applications
The new studio will support further work with materials, techniques, textures and scale. It will also bring architects, designers and clients into the creative process.
Shades of India plans to explore new ways to use textiles within interiors. The studio provides a setting for this work and for developing bespoke ideas through collaboration.
