India Madhavi Answers Five Paris Style Questions
In spite of her international outlook, or perhaps because of it, architect and designer India Madhavi personifies Paris Style. Whether creating a restaurant in Hong Kong, a hotel in Maimi or an office in London, Madhavi brings Parisian flair to all of her projects through a hallmark blend of casual sophistication, sexiness and irreverence. Born in Iran and celebrated around the globe (with a particularly strong following in the US) Madhavi chooses to remain Paris-based, citing the quality of life in the city she loves, as second to none.
Mad about la vie a Paris...
1. How would you define Parisian Style? Chic, yet slightly bohemian.
2. What’s your favourite neighbourhood in Paris? The one I live in – ie the left bank. St Germain des Prés is the essence of the Paris I love…
3. Where’s your favourite place to eat in Paris? Thoumieux, by chef Jean François Piége, Rue St Dominique 75007.
4. What’s your favourite shop? The flea market in Clignancourt…
5. What’s a secret about Paris that you’re willing to share? Under the Germain (27 rue de Buci) the first private cinema run by MK2; invite up to 25 friends, choose your own movie, have dinner served… this is to the movies what private jets are to aviation!!