AD : ONE OF YOUR FAVORITE ELEMENTS FROM THIS SPACE THAT YOU CHERISH THE MOST AND WHY ?
ASHIESH : Besides the gurgling water fountain by the courtyard , the bar with its walls characterized by the monochromed charcoal murals of pachyderms are very exciting , lending the space a certain drama .
The subjects , very much like process drawings , were inspired by the mughal art forms and miniature paintings featured in the havelis and palaces of Rajasthan .
AD : JOSHI HOUSE EVINCES A MODERN CONTEMPORIZATION OF RAJASTHANI CRAFTSMANSHIP WITH EVERY CORNER SPEAKING AN ELABORATE STORY . TELL US SOMETHING MORE ABOUT THIS WITH REFERENCE TO VARIOUS SPACES .
ASHIESH : Drawing from the warmth and charm of a Rajasthani Haveli , Joshi House provides a platform for local artisanship , indigenous practices and traditional elements to be perceived in a contemporary light . The walls washed in white and paired with the skillfully crafted marble balustrades and arches reminiscent of Rajasthan help view this genre .
Although traditional , the elements borrowed from Rajasthani architecture are steered towards a minimal lens with a modern flair . Whether the monochromatic bar characterized by its splendid ‘ Tikdi ’ work or the finely painted murals and wall paintings across the interior , ’ Joshi House ’ is a synchrony of artisanship from across the country . Custom-carved marble railings and columns are spread across the double heighted restaurant with intricate inlay work on its tables , a representation of impeccable handcrafted detail .
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