amalgam: a blend of convention and modernity amalgam uses the waning craft of inlay in coloured and composite stone, precious/semi-precious stone and wood to create a blend of traditional and modernity. amalgam attempts to redefine the blend of colour and pattern and achieve unison of function and contemporary Indian modern aesthetic to produce hand-crafted home accessories, design as a customized craft: amalgam emphasises Design as a craft, and views it as a holistic experience; where, from spatial mediation, to lifestyle and accessory design, every product is viewed as unison of function and aesthetic, tradition and modernity, style and utility, colour and pattern, technique and retro style, redefining the contemporary Indian modern aesthetic.