Geetika Sachdev

The monsoon transforms more than just the landscape. As gardens burst into life and the world turns greener, the season is inspiring a quieter shift indoors. Today's most sophisticated homes are embracing biophilic design—not by filling rooms with plants, but by layering curated greenery, natural materials and light-filled spaces that foster a deeper connection with nature. “It's not about turning your home into an indoor jungle,” says Minnie Bhatt, founder of Minnie Bhatt Design. “Start with greenery that suits your space. You don't need to fill every corner with plants to bring nature indoors.”

The Gurugram outpost of Kathmandu's beloved restaurant chain introduces Delhi-NCR to the wider repertoire of Thakali and Newari cuisine

Designers are making a statement with their uniforms for hotel, bar and hospitality teams, balancing form, craft and brand identity

Most people see a buffet as a place to eat. Eeshaan Kashyap sees it as a stage. In his world, a strawberry dessert station might turn into a berry garden, a cocktail counter into a marble fountain, and a meal into an experience shaped by rocks, moss, textiles, light, and sound.

Art patron O.P. Jain's collection of vintage everyday objects and textiles finds a new home in Delhi

Art patron O.P. Jain’s collection of vintage everyday objects and textiles finds a new home in Delhi

If you've ever attended a Rajasthani wedding, you've probably noticed a curious moment right before the ceremonies begin. The groom arrives on horseback with the baraat, music blaring and relatives dancing around him. As he reaches the entrance, he raises a sword and strikes a decorative hanging, suspended above the doorway.

Priya Sharma* married Arun Mathew* five years ago, but never asked the hard questions. When he wanted their three-year-old daughter in church every Sunday, she realised she had never asked him anything to do with religion. They had planned a wedding, not a life. Interfaith marriages are becoming increasingly common in urban India, but acceptance doesn't necessarily make them easier. Couples often spend months planning weddings while leaving bigger questions unanswered.

By the time Rhea Malhotra, a 29-year-old architect in Mumbai, started looking for her wedding lehenga, she had a fairly clear idea of what she wanted and how much she wanted to spend. She had initially assumed that meant compromising on the designer. Instead, she began considering pre-loved.

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