Vizag is popularly known to boast of its shore and also it’s shopping line from vintage to modern etiquettes. Craftsmanship being highly encouraged here, you cannot hold onto that smart budget of yours if you are passionate about art deco. Yes, shop for your dream paradise and give it a complete make-over with ornate interiors. Trust me, people drop their jaws and you’ll never regret for doing so!
MAHARAJA HANDICRAFTS
This mini store of handicrafts houses different carvings of wood. Every minute detail of the carving is highlighted intricately. Pen and card holders, idols of god and goddess and other art deco have luxurious appearance with the use of inlaid wood and reflective finish. Jewellery boxes with kalamkari prints engraved on them is a good bet. Rush to this store immediately if you want to keep the compliments flowing in for your living space!
Address: Beside Lepakshi emporium, Jagadamba junction, Visakhapatnam.
Price: 500/- onwards.
LEPAKSHI HANDICRAFTS EMPORIUM
If you are on the hunt for stylish and ravishing interiors for your dream home, this is the perfect store. This paradise sells wooden handicrafts made from high quality exquisite bamboo. Interesting finds made of rose wood, mango wood, teak wood, sandal wood, cedar wood and white wood can be purchased here. Be prepared for the visual treat of designs which match today’s sophisticated lifestyle. Mantaps available here are complete fusion of traditional designs and modern utility. Exquisite and ethereal collection includes massagers, pen and spoon holders, photo frames, candle stands, flower vases, jewellery boxes, coasters, wall brackets, bangle stands, lighting fixtures, kondapally toys in interesting colours and themes, book holders and traditional crockery. The colour themes of art deco consist of metallic, monochromes and other bright colours. Lamp shades with kalamkari and ethnic prints takes predominance here. Go splurge for your beautiful home!
Address:Jagadamba junction, Visakhapatnam.
Price: 1000/- onwards.
NEW GIFT HOUSE AND GOODLUCK SUPPLIERS HANDICRAFTS
Popularly known as the oldest handicrafts store in town with its roots spread out in rural crafts (ancient crafts practised for decades). Wooden products available here are predominantly traditional designs without the fusion of any modern techniques. One can’t stop alluring at the eye catching wooden partitions which reflect the artisan’s dexterity and poise. None can ignore the foldable fruit baskets (which bears the vintage look) carved delicately to enhance the intricate design. The 4 step earrings holder is just amazing (any girl can just not leave the shop without possessing it. Trust!). Corner tables, arm chairs, sword holders, ancient telephones, gorgeous coloured lamps (cutest of all) and lamp holders are stocked here. A must trip to this store for people who just love the vintage artefacts. That ancient feel! *love love*
Address:BesideBommana brothers, Jagadamba junction, Visakhapatnam.
Price: 300/- onwards.
EASTERN ART MUSEUM
This boutique boasts of its elegant interiors and jaw dropping art decors. One can’t stop raving about the unique wall hangings it sells. Lord Buddha carved on the longest piece of wood and painted with metallic colours here and there is the best pick as every tiniest of the details is clearly visible. Quirky candle stands with pop hues and European artefacts stand out amongst others. Home accessories made of black metal and POP are widely sold here. If you are obsessed of brands, here is your destination!
P.S Elegance and style is reflected in the decors they sell. So, do not hesitate to mind your wallet!
Address:Waltair Uplands road, near sampath vinayak temple, Visakhapatnam.
Price: 1200/- onwards.
FAB INDIA
Modern furniture and crafts paradise, with a lot of emphasis on the finish and designs, you’ll encounter with wide range of products like heavily embellished mantaps, exquisitely made almirahs, wall fitted racks, colourful lamps and lampshades. Apparently, this store also stocks bedspreads with gulzar and kathakali prints, cushions and curtains in coolest hues.
Address: Dutt Island, Siripuram, Visakhapatnam.
Price: 300/- onwards.
FLEA MARKETS
Around the city, there are these on-the-wheels stores which sell handmade wooden lamp holders (interesting part is that they even teach you how to make them), interesting toys and cutlery made of wood. One who has good bargaining skills can walk off with most of the stuff. Haggle for good!
Price: Depends on how hard you bargain!
