Having had enough of running around markets, we decided to put MG Road’s massive decor giants to test. Did they score high? Well, some of them certainly did.
After a long day of looking at a whole lot of carpets and curios, we picked out our favourites. Care to see?
The smallest (but cutest) find was this decor store, where we had a chat with Yasu, the Japanese owner who has been living in Delhi for over a decade now. The store is an intriguing collection of lamps inspired by Naga culture, wall clocks with Japanese characters, rocking chairs, mojaris and, if you want some furniture commissioned for you, Yasu’s happy to make it from scratch.
A set of one coffee table and two chairs was priced at INR 12K, while the wall clocks were from INR 1,700 onwards.
P.S. Done shopping? Eat pancakes at Yasu’s Manga-themed cafe next door.
This store makes you want to dream big. Their collection of upholstery fabric is drop-dead gorgeous (they start at INR 1,000). Sarita’s love for the country’s rich crafts, traditions and embroidery translates to an exquisite line of cushions, lamps, chairs, home accessories, benches and more.
Our only advice would be to avoid this if you’re on a budget (but their variety is stunning!).
P.S. Just being inside the store is like walking through a Pinterest board.
Right next to the Sultanpur Metro Station, this store should be on your radar if you’re done with furniture and on the lookout for upholstery or home linen. They got loads of affordable duvets (we found one for INR 1k), fluffy bath towels, cushion covers, bath mats and the like.
We’re crushing on their quirky soap holders and dispensers. Any bathroom accessories’ hoarders in our midst?
Read more here.
Clean lines, contemporary designs best define Nivasa’s aesthetic. They are known for their customised furniture that’s crafted to meet the buyer’s brief to a T.. With every section designed as a bedroom, a living room, a bar and more, it makes for a walk-through of the house of our dreams.
They’ve got side tables, consoles, statement sofas, upholstered chairs, beds (in teak wood and solid American walnut) and more starting from 80k. Yes, not the place where the broke hang.
This highly-regarded (and awarded) venture is one that keeps the interest of the artisans at the very centre of the design and production process. It’s no wonder every carpet they put out, looks like a labour of love and an impeccable piece of art.
Walk around their store, and you’ll see hand-knotting, hand-tufting and other cool weaving techniques really calling out to you. You can pick from versions in silk, cotton or hand-spun wool (dreaming of a hill cottage with doggies). The prices range from INR 3k to 2lakh.
Want to know more? Read here.
Another plush baby on MG Road is Beyond Designs. The look of their store is the very definition of luxury, and you’ll find rich but understated cabinets, dining sets, murals, and furniture pieces. Imagine everything from chandeliers to sparkly round tables, to sofas that make us think of The Great Gatsby’s opulent parties. The price of everything is on request, obviously. Ahem.
What’s more? They have a cafe for when you want to feel fancy, drink detox juices and eat pasta.
We’ve been following Elvy online and lusting after their pretty cupcake stands, coffee mugs and saucers, trays, bar accessories and more. Their collections are sourced from all over the world, and take pride in timeless designs. If you’re big on quirk, you’re better off elsewhere. This showroom is full of fragile bowls and artworks that might not sit right in your modest apartment.
To get an idea of what the store stocks and what the prices are, check out their website.
