We loved the way Artsy’s outer wall has been done up as a collage of colourful louvre windows. Owner Arshdeep tipped us off to this area selling secondhand furniture. We followed the trail and reached Rifle Range Road from Bondel Bridge end. The stretch of road starting from Ustad Vilayat Khan Park to Lohapool More (near Adi Ballygunge School) is lined with makeshift furniture shops (more like workshop shades) selling just doors and windows.
Jhilmils (jalousies or louvres with no handles to manoeuver), louvres with handles and louvres girded by rods – you’ll find a wide variety of them here. Available in different colours, they are often chipped in several places and will need to be revamped with a fresh coat of paint and sanding. Sold mostly by piece, these are priced between INR 1,200 – 1,500.