Nipa Doshi

Nipa Doshi , one half of Doshi Levien Design Office , runs a multidisciplinary design outfit from the UK. Along with her husband Jonathan Levien, the designer couple have been producing clever, Euro-Indian creations that has garnered them the prestigious wallpaper* award for International design.

Says Nipa of her design influences,"I love everyday objects which have a strong cultural and emotional significance like the lota, the ubiquitous water vessel found in every Indian home. I am inspired by wall paintings owned by no one, created by anonymous street artists. The mythical and magical world of Indian Film; The fantasy in stark contrast to the reality. I love my cheap colourful plastic bangles as much as my beautifully crafted jewellery.”