Stories from the Hills
Behind-the-scenes glimpses, design insights, sustainability journeys, and the people who make East Himalayan Homestay more than just a place to stay.
Featured Stories
How We Designed the Workation Loft
Behind the ergonomic setups, acoustic planning, and caffeine rituals designed with remote teams in mind. A journey through creating the perfect blend of productivity and mountain serenity.
Priya Sharma
Design Lead
Building Regenerative Supply Chains
Partnering with Kalimpong farmers, weavers, and florists to keep value within the hills. How we're creating a circular economy that benefits local artisans and preserves traditional crafts.
Rajesh Gurung
Community Manager
Why We Chose Community Over Hotel
The philosophy behind building a homestay that serves as a gathering place for locals, travelers, and creators. How hospitality can strengthen community bonds.
Debashan Mondal
Founder
Designing Weddings Around the Weather
Playbooks for sun, mist, or monsoon with backup plans, cozy lighting, and mindful amenities. Learn how we turn every weather condition into a magical backdrop.
Anjali Das
Events Curator
The Art of Himalayan Craftsmanship
Meet the artisans behind our handcrafted furniture, the weavers creating our textiles, and the story of preserving centuries-old techniques in modern hospitality.
Karma Lepcha
Cultural Liaison
Our Journey to a Zero-Waste Kitchen
From composting to conscious sourcing, how we reduced our kitchen waste by 90%. The challenges, wins, and everything in between.
Chef Mingma
Head Chef
Capturing the Eastern Himalayas
Behind the lens with our photography tours. How we help guests capture not just beautiful images, but meaningful memories of Kalimpong.
Tenzin Norbu
Photography Guide
Designing for Four Seasons
How we adapt our spaces, amenities, and experiences for spring blooms, summer adventures, monsoon coziness, and winter warmth.
Priya Sharma
Design Lead
Building a Coffee Culture in the Hills
From sourcing beans to training baristas, how we're elevating coffee culture in Kalimpong while supporting local cafés and roasters.
Sameer Rai
F&B Manager
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