In Sanskrit Nila means ‘blue’, and ‘temple’; in Pali it means ‘nest’, and in Tamil it means ‘moon’.
One word, many meanings; all capturing the spirit of Nila House; a cultural centre of excellence, set in the heart of Jaipur, dedicated to honouring and preserving the natural dye and handloom traditions of India.
Nila is founded upon a desire to:
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Create a dynamic platform for artistic exchange, innovation and education
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Celebrate and preserve India’s rich heritage of traditional craft
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Support artisan communities
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Provide creative solutions for integrating natural dyes and handloom back into production
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Enhance the growing conversation around the preservation of handmade textile and the promotion of sustainable design
