Chinar Arts Emporium

You can find us at K-16 on the lower ground floor in Jangpura Extension. Being on the LG floor means it’s a bit tucked away from the street level, but we like it that way because it’s quieter for our work. We have all sorts of arts and different things stored here in the back area. The space is usually filled with the smell of old wood, dust, and handmade fabrics. It’s definitely not a polished showroom like the ones in the mall; it’s more like a place where we keep our collection until it finds a home. We spend our time sorting through items and talking to people who actually appreciate this kind of stuff. The lighting isn't great down here, but it adds to the overall feel of the place. We’ve been in Jangpura for many years and know most of the people who live and work around here. It’s a quiet enough area, except when the main road is backed up with cars. We don't have a big marketing budget or a fancy neon sign outside the door. Most people hear about us from someone else who visited before. It’s just us here, usually drinking some hot tea and looking over new pieces that have come in from the artists. Sometimes we spend hours just organizing the shelves or cleaning off the items. It’s a much slower pace of work compared to the rest of the city. We aren't trying to be the biggest shop around, just a place where you can find something interesting if you look.