Urvi Sharma Finds Inspiration in the Sights and Scents of New Delhi
The Providence-based furniture designer handpicks objects and shops that exemplify home to her.
The Providence-based furniture designer handpicks objects and shops that exemplify home to her.
New Delhi native and furniture designer Urvi Sharma moved to Providence to study at the Rhode Island School of Design. "Because I was in school, it was a soft landing," Sharma says. "I eventually learned how to drive on the wrong side of the road and immerse myself in a city small enough to feel comfortable yet big enough to offer new discoveries." As cofounder of design studio Indo, Sharma continues to draw inspiration from her hometown. The many artifacts she’s collected from the city adorn her New England home and studio.
Urvi Sharma is a furniture designer from New Delhi.
Photo by Tasnima Tanzim
"The Masala Dabba is something my partner and I use every day while making meals. Each box is intended to create a medley of spices. Ours leans North Indian (salt, black pepper, red chili powder, turmeric, cumin, coriander, and garam masala) and is based on meals we’re used to making in New Delhi."
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"Every time I or somebody I know returns to the U.S. from a trip home, we cannot help but bring back our favorite sweets. My homemade besan ke laddoo (balls made from gram flour, ghee, and sugar) are a constant request, and I make sure to bring back enough for me and all of my friends and family to enjoy."
Illustration by Justine Wong
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