Spaces mirror us, picking on our smallest habits and preferences. Yet, they aren’t the only ones who are influenced. Walking along the quaint streets of Fontainhas in Goa, we stumbled upon a space that was all too inspiring.
Offering a unique blend of art, design and coffee, some may even go on to call it a haven for those seeking a slower pace of life. The board outside reads nada . A Sanskrit word that translates to 'sound', 'tone' or 'vibration', while also meaning ‘universal pulse of life’ or ‘flowing streams of consciousness.
’ Once you enter the space, you can’t take your eyes off their handcrafted ceramics. With their unique finishes, interesting colours and a sense of play, they are as beautiful as their functionality. “We are a design-focused company, curious to push the boundaries of the materials we use,” said Aakarsh Choubey.
Intrigued by the process of creation, he, along with his business partner, Ridima Khandelwal, co-founded Nada, their aim being to blend art and design in a way that would appeal to a broader and more diverse audience. Walking us through their creative process, Aakarsh explained, how porcelain’s translucency impressed them as a medium. “There is a romance to it when it interacts with light, creating a dialogue that is truly captivating,” he said expertly.
Although a difficult medium that requires experienced hands, at Nada, the most important aspect of their design process is the user. “We are constantly exploring how to.