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A digital-first, editorial platform, Ikai Asai seeks to shape ideas, foster cross-disciplinary collaboration, and present India’s art, craft, culture and design story to the world.

Ananya Birla (Founder, Ikai Asai)

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Art & Culture

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Less an object, more a gesture: a tribute to the city, its collective dreams and resilience. Stay tuned for more!

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Poetry in Kansa

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Multi Material Installation Sculpture

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Beyond the individual, we find synergy. By uniting design thinking with cultural roots, our work becomes a living dialogue between heritage and the modern day.

A Curated Circle

From global designers to heritage artisans, we collaborate with those who value the journey as much as the result. Together, we create work defined by rigorous research, tactile exploration, and a respect for the cultural narrative.

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