Ekaya
Ekaya
Ekaya
Situated in New Delhi, Ekaya hails from a long lineage of master-weavers. Renowned for its sought-after Banarasi textiles, the Shah family has upheld the intricate weaving techniques of Banaras for over four generations and stands as one of India’s most esteemed textile ateliers. Led by third-generation Bharat Shah and his daughter Palak Shah, the studio has become a beacon for India’s textile tradition. In 2012, Bharat and Palak have created the atelier’s signature collection named Ekaya, a contemporary tribute to their country’s cultural heritage, preserving the centuries old weaving techniques of Banaras through modern designs.
As revered by their peers as they are by fine textiles appreciators around the world, the Shah family has slowly developed an extensive network of over 10,000 master weavers through generations, all contributing to the rich tapestry of Ekaya’s heritage. Today marks the first time the torch is being passed to a woman in the family.Combining visionary leadership with a deep appreciation for her country’s cultural heritage and her family legacy, Palak Shah has brought new projects to the studio with international collaborations aimed at shifting the global perception of Indian handloom textiles. These recent initiatives seek to preserve the time-honored Banarasi techniques by developing new textile applications and expressions through the lenses of cross-disciplinary artists and designers, as exemplified by its latest collaboration with renowned New York-based architect and designer Suchi Reddy, unveiled at Ateliers Courbet in October 2024.
Ekaya
Situated in New Delhi, Ekaya hails from a long lineage of master-weavers. Renowned for its sought-after Banarasi textiles, the Shah family has upheld the intricate weaving techniques of Banaras for over four generations and stands as one of India’s most esteemed textile ateliers. Led by third-generation Bharat Shah and his daughter Palak Shah, the studio has become a beacon for India’s textile tradition. In 2012, Bharat and Palak have created the atelier’s signature collection named Ekaya, a contemporary tribute to their country’s cultural heritage, preserving the centuries old weaving techniques of Banaras through modern designs.
As revered by their peers as they are by fine textiles appreciators around the world, the Shah family has slowly developed an extensive network of over 10,000 master weavers through generations, all contributing to the rich tapestry of Ekaya’s heritage. Today marks the first time the torch is being passed to a woman in the family.Combining visionary leadership with a deep appreciation for her country’s cultural heritage and her family legacy, Palak Shah has brought new projects to the studio with international collaborations aimed at shifting the global perception of Indian handloom textiles. These recent initiatives seek to preserve the time-honored Banarasi techniques by developing new textile applications and expressions through the lenses of cross-disciplinary artists and designers, as exemplified by its latest collaboration with renowned New York-based architect and designer Suchi Reddy, unveiled at Ateliers Courbet in October 2024.
