Grihasajja

Author: Bibi Ray
Genre: Home Decor(Grihasajja)
Format: Hardcover
ISBN: 9788172150457
Pages: 46
Weight: 335 grams

Book Description:

Upon entering any house, there are some spaces that immediately captivate you with their neatness and organization. However, there are also many homes where, despite ample space and expensive furniture, the overall ambiance feels chaotic. What is the secret behind those homes that manage to look effortlessly stylish with even the simplest of furnishings? This book delves into that mystery, offering a comprehensive exploration of interior decoration.

As the first Bengali book on interior decoration, Grihasajja attempts to provide a thorough understanding of the subject, while also fostering a love for it. The book is rich with countless sketches and designs, offering new ideas and perspectives on decorating one's living space. It discusses everything from how to make the most of available space and materials to the different approaches of Eastern and Western decor.

This book provides invaluable advice on how even modest furniture can transform a space, as well as how new pieces can be made unique and timeless. Whether it’s old or new, the book offers practical suggestions on how to refresh any home, making it an essential handbook for every household.

About the Author:

Bibi Ray is a renowned interior design expert based in Kolkata. Before choosing interior decoration as her profession, she spent several years studying and practicing fine arts. She is a graduate of Delhi University and received further artistic training at the Sarada Ukil School of Art in Delhi, under the tutelage of renowned artists Shailaja Mukhopadhyay and Satyen Bishir.

Bibi Ray has worked for prominent commercial organizations like Air India, Larsen & Toubro, and Indian Aluminium, offering her expertise in home décor. In addition, she is well-known in the film industry for her work as a set designer and decor stylist, with notable contributions to Aparna Sen's film "Parama".

Her artistic excellence has been recognized through numerous national awards, including the Lalit Kala Academy Award in 1967 and the Indira Gandhi Award in 1987. Currently, Bibi Ray serves as the art advisor for the Sananda magazine.