After a long, pandemic-induced hiatus, the world’s design greats congregated at Milan for Salone Del Mobile earlier this month. The Milanese furniture and design fair not only celebrated its 60th anniversary, but also had 2,175 brands participating in the first in-person exhibition in over two years.
“It was exciting to visit Milan [after the two previous editions were cancelled]. Although I expected changes, it felt rather familiar,” says Ashiesh Shah, who in his 12th year at the fair, debuted Brahmaand, his collaboration with carpet brand, Jaipur Rugs. “The collection [hand-knotted rugs in deep indigo hues] is inspired by the vast unknown and draws parallels with ancient Indian science and mysticism. Our booth, conceptualised by [Italian designer] Matteo Cibic — realised in indigo and foregrounded by the rugs — stood out amongst the monochromatic booths all around.”
