Project Name:

From the Frugal to the Ornate: Stories of the Seat in India

Project Introduction:

The book, by the same name as the project title, is authored and curated by designer and design historian, Sarita Sundar. It presents a sweeping cultural history of seats used in India from early history to the present day. Archival imagery, oral histories, photo documentation, illustrations and thematic essays are brought together to create a narrative and conceptual rendering of the many stories that surround the ubiquitous seat. The design project consists of a 264-page book, a mini exhibit, posters, and an interactive website.

Client: Godrej Archives, Godrej & Boyce

Designed by: Hanno & PaulG – Sarita Sundar, Georgie Paul