Kona: Corners - Connect

“KONA: Corners - Connect” by Shriti Khandelwal is an absolute masterpiece, both visually and thematically. This book captures the essence of city corners where diverse cultures intersect, creating new chapters in urban stories. Each corner holds its own unique narrative, making this book a truly fascinating work of art. The book is a collection of photographs and reflections on the corners we inhabit in cities. They are filled with joy, disappointment, security, love, and dreams, inviting readers to explore their own thoughts and emotions through these shared spaces. Kona is a very unique concept that presents the real essence of Indian cities and the human lives around them!

“KONA” explores the significance of city corners, both physical and metaphorical. It delves into how these spaces connect us and evoke various emotions and memories. The pictures used in the book made a huge impact and they were really interesting, use of those pictures were on point. The corners are depicted as points in the city’s flow, showcasing the interplay of architecture, design, and the subtleties of urban life. Featuring contributions from people of diverse backgrounds, the book offers a compelling look at cities from unique perspectives. It’s an interesting and reflective way to see cities—literally from the sides—through the stories and experiences shared in their corners. This book is a must-read for anyone interested in the intersection of culture, emotion, and urban design.

If you are into aesthetic books, add this one to your collection; it will be a prized possession on your bookshelf. I really enjoyed reading this book and I can imagine myself remembering this book whenever I go to a new place. The author has weaved this book in a very masterful way. I personally recommend this book to everyone.