Over the years I have developed strong links with people, traditions and culture of Tibet. As we recently entered the Tibetan New Year, I re-visit all of what inspired me from the Tibetan culture. The link between what inspired me …
Storytelling Through Design
Designs that tell a story, connect and link us to the past of a local culture or place. Objects, through their design, come alive by means of storytelling…
Tihar, The Festival of Lights
The second most popular festival in Nepal, after the 15-day Dashain festival is Tihar, or Diwali, commonly known as the Festival of Lights which occurs during the month of Kartik, according to the Nepalese Calendar (this year celebrated from 5th – …
Sustainable Interior Bringing Us Back To Nature
Do you also sometimes get lost in the chaos of city life, jobs, social engagements that you forget to take a step back and go to a place where we feel most at ease, in nature? Finding the time to …
The Handmade Connection
When something ‘handmade’ is presented to me, I am automatically trying to imagine the person doing it, the place of work, the type of scene, the landscape. It is this connection that we get through sustainable handmade designs that is something special and unique.
Design Inspiration from the Golden Triangle
Hmong tribe family dressed in their traditional batik clothing and jewellery. Photo Credit: Heini Schneebeli The Hmong tribe is one of many ethnic groups in the Golden Triangle; the region where the borders of Thailand, Laos and Myanmar meet at the …
The Himalayan Giant Nettle And Remarkable ‘Allo’ Weave
In a time where contrasts and disparities are the new aesthetic, nettle weave has the potential to be part of what is called sustainable luxury. The contrast of a beautifully designed nettle weave product against a modern background creates a juxtaposition bringing out nature, character and nostalgic emotion from another time or place into your now.
Inspiration & Design
When creating any design, a wide range of art inspires me: whether it is traditional craft from around the world or architecture, or interiors, or colour combinations. Most of all, I enjoy adapting details from any source of inspiration that holds a story.
Paper Art works from around the world
My fascination for handicrafts and paper art is no secret. Since I was young I created crafts and later, after settling in Nepal I began to design and manufacture lamps and other home deco made from the incredible sustainable Daphne paper.
Who Made Your Journal? | A campaign dedicated to the artisans
Since the beginning, I surrounded myself with a production team made up of Nepali artisans and craftsmen. Just as we ought to know who made our clothes, we should also be aware about how each product we use and purchase came into our hands. Who made your Journal?
Journaling, A Portal For Healing and Creativity
Writing can really help to clarify your ideas. The action of writing down thoughts and ideas with pen on paper has helped many in healing; for me it helps in developing my creativity and expression.
Do you feel more connected when writing with pen on paper?
A New Year, A Tibetan New Year!
Living in Nepal, a multi-cultural and multi-religious place, means we get to celebrate the “new year” on multiple occasions! We celebrated the Gregorian calendar New Year just over a month ago and now, the Tibetan New Year, which is particularly …
The Golden Temple’s hidden Daphne paper scripture
Have you ever entered a place, which is not just beautiful to the eye but an enchanting experience that words cannot describe? This is exactly what I feel when entering the gate to the Kwa Baha – The Golden Temple in Patan (Nepal) – home to an interesting Daphne paper book preserving ancient Buddhist scripture.
Salinar Journal’s Inspiration from Peru
In a recent interview with Positive Luxury I was asked ‘where does your inspiration come from?’ This is difficult for me to say, it seems to come from outside of me. Elisabeth Gilbert defines this best in her Ted Talk “Your …
Butterfly Mark awarded by Positive Luxury
Our aim is to inspire and motivate consumers to make responsible choices about the products they buy. Everyday actions however small, when repeated, make a big difference to the world. We are very proud to have received the Butterfly Mark …