A garden hammock chair at a friend’s place nudged my curiosity. It was amazingly relaxing and could make an ideal piece for any home or garden. An inquiry led me to ‘Beeja', which is a source of inspiration to all who adhere to green living.
Founded by a group of environmentally conscious people, it works with designers, craftsmen and the locals. Beeja is registered as a trust and has 96 members, at present. The products are nature friendly and crafted with locally available resources mostly bamboo, wood and paper to create utility pieces.
There are handmade articles like scrapbooks, notebooks and lamps. Kid's clothing in khadi and block print is available. You can buy household linen like curtains, table linen and cushions made of organdy, khadi with patch work, block prints and embroidery.
Gifts made of bamboo, paper mache wood and khadi are popular with visitors. The furniture range consists of folding hammock chairs with a block printed canvas fabric, dining table sets, chairs, coffee table with Jaisalmer stone and bamboo. Lovely pieces of jewellery and paper mache coasters can also be bought.
Bamboo and wood furniture comes with the traditionally used 'nivar' or canvas. I loved their bamboo sofa chair, which has an interesting shape and is looking stunning. Throw few colorful, cushions and it will look great in your house. Rocking chairs,the low stools or chowkis can fit in any corner. Check their floor lamp made of bamboo and 'agave' fibre. It is so unique. The informal seating options are beautiful and can add charm to any home.
The website is under construction, but you can check Beeja on Facebook. Do have a look at the captivating pictures in the albums.
Contact:
Meghana Ajit
Studio Address
B-II, Nehru Nagar III
Ghaziabad, U.P
India
Article inputs by Nupur Roopa



