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A Desi home has a logic to it — where the shoes go, where the god is, which drawer holds the steel. Most of it is never explained; it's just how a house is set up.

A small home puja space with a brass lamp, framed deity pictures with marigold garlands, incense and a copper pot — Almost every Hindu home has one, however small. (AI-generated image)

The puja spaceSetting one up, however small the flat Shoes offWhy, and how strictly DecorBrass, wood, colour and clutter TextilesWhat covers the furniture and why Steel & utensilsThe thali, the tumbler, the dabba Rangoli & kolamThe doorstep pattern Festive decorDiyas, torans and marigolds Kitchen gardenCurry leaves, mint, chillies, tulsi Hosting guestsWhat a Desi host is expected to do Daily rhythmsMorning bath, evening lamp, chai twice Setting up a first homeWhat to buy, in order

Last updated: 2026-08-11

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