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THE INSIDE TRACK March 2020
Interview
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ith an oeuvre of fabulous fantastical objects, artworks, and furniture, Scarlet Splendour, a Kolkatabased globally recognised brand, constantly challenges the status quo in design. The company collaborates and commissions talented designers from across the globe, to bring in a modern twist to traditional Indian designing techniques. The sibling duo at the helm of the company, Ashish Bajoria and Suman Kanodia, explores the intersection of art, design, and master craftsmanship; perfectly applying their entrepreneurial prowess in their design collaborations that successfully evolves into cuttingedge pieces that are both exciting and inspiring. In an interview with The Inside Track, the duo provide insight on the brand’s vision, goals and inspirations, and why they want to create timeless designs that have a subtle hint of ‘desi’ness. Tell us about your brand Scarlet Splendour - the intention and ideology behind its conception. Scarlet Splendour is the present and the future of desi-inspired, decadent and timeless designs. I, along with my sister Suman Kanodia founded the company in 2014. In this short span, Scarlet Splendour has quickly garnered cult status as
Strings Cabinet
Scarlet Splendour Kolkata-based Scarlet Splendour creates design symphonies through collaborations with talented designers and showsases a touch of whimsy with its collection of furniture and lighting.
Strings Credenza
one of the foremost design houses in the country. We have garnered recognition for our eclectic and opulent furniture, lights, and accessories that are inspired by a wide range of cultures. Suman and I wanted to create a company with the simple idea of blending our passion for art and craftsmanship while cultivating a refined aesthetic
Oasis Cabinet
