The Art of Good Taste: In Conversation with Srila Chatterjee | 25 Years of Learning
Thursday, 19 November 2026
7–8:30 PM IST | Live on Zoom
Featuring Srila Chatterjee
Founder of BARO Market | Co-founder of 47-A Design Gallery
Why do we consider certain things beautiful and others undesirable? How much of our taste is genuinely our own, and how much is shaped by the world around us? And what makes something stand out as truly original in a market where almost everything can be copied?
Join Srila Chatterjee for an interactive conversation exploring the making of good taste and how it influences what we consume, create and value.
Having spent 25 years in film production before building BARO and co-founding 47-A, Srila has worked across storytelling, art, design, independent makers and creative businesses. Her work has involved discovering emerging talent, bringing attention to original design and craftsmanship, and building spaces around people and ideas that deserve to be seen.
Drawing from these experiences, she'll share how she approaches discovery and curation, what makes her recognise something worth paying attention to, and why certain objects, makers and brands leave a lasting impression.
What we'll explore:
- How to develop your own taste: Understand how upbringing, culture, trends and social influences shape what we consider desirable, and how to develop a perspective of your own.
- The art of recognising quality: Learn what to look for in an object, from its materials and craftsmanship to the intention and thinking behind its design.
- What makes something truly valuable: Explore why certain objects become meaningful possessions, and how we distinguish lasting value from fleeting desirability.
- What makes a brand matter: Understand how originality, storytelling, curation and a strong creative point of view help brands build lasting connections.
- Learning to appreciate without consuming: Discover why recognising the value of something doesn't always have to mean owning it.
Who should attend?
For conscious consumers who want to look beyond trends, founders and designers looking to build distinctive brands, and anyone interested in the relationship between design, culture, craftsmanship and the things we choose to value.
This isn't a pre-recorded lecture or a one-way talk. You'll have the opportunity to engage directly with Srila, ask questions and participate in a live audience Q&A.
Join us for a conversation that might change how you look at the things you buy, the things you admire and the things you choose to keep.