Kelly began traveling to Kashmir in 1978. Srinagar, Kashmir’s most famous city, on the shore of Dal Lake, is home to Kelly’s lifelong friend, Tariq Kathwari. In the summer of 2013, KGA and crew returned to Srinagar for a whirlwind, ten-day flip of Tariq’s beloved “Jewel House.”

The project soon became one of Amen’s favorites, because it encapsulated the essence of the 21st century: a multicultural challenge. The home maintains lines inspired by traditional Indian heritage, synchronized with Amen’s own statements and visions.