Quotes from Sussanne Khan

I don't have an MBA from Harvard Business School. I learnt everything on the job.

In fact, I schedule my day in a way so that I can pack in every aspect of what I enjoy, whether it's being with my kids or my workout sessions and on top of it, I will absolutely be a hands-on working person.

I think it all comes down to being little sensible with your timetable and scheduling with a little discipline with your timings, you can enjoy everything in life.

If I had to give a tip to aspiring designers, it would be to re-look past designs and be inspired. But don't just copy.

Homes are always a reflection of the people in them, my whole job is to understand the psychology of the family I am designing for, the world of design they'd like to live within, be happy and comfortable in.

Technology is a huge part of our lives and it's only a matter of time that it becomes a part of every corner of your home, even part of something like furniture.

I believe that one should always be contributing towards life and never stay idle.

Like any doting parent, I believe the most important work we do is the way we bring up our children.

Acting is equally a tough job but it didn't attract me. There was no question of not going in designing.

As for buying new things, it all depends on what really attracts you. It could be anything from art installations to silver, sculptures and new furniture. The whole idea is to give the environment an auspicious touch to let in new energy.

A working woman will never have the time to indulge in time-wasting activities such as gossiping.

Always speak out. Even if what you think is a bad idea, always voice it. You never know who you may inspire and what that one seed idea can blossom into.

I do my work with only one intention: that I have to think different, nothing else matters to me. I don't get involved in any other things.

I sincerely believe you can never be too old to grow, change and learn. It's essential.

Most e-commerce sites focus on a product lists, they don't have stories. They don't tell you why the products are made or a reason you'd want to have this in your home.

My mum used to be an interior designer in those days. I was 5 years old when I used to go with her on sites and I fell in love with the world of color and design.

Beauty comes from having a good metabolism because it enhances you from the inside. It reflects on the skin and face.

By the grace of God, our boys have been inclined towards music from a young age.

I have always been a design student and my mind focused on design from a very young age. So, for me, creativity is a very satisfying and motivating process.

I've learned not to let life get in the way. One should learn to live off their creative juices because that's where you will have maximum satisfaction and growth.

I always advise young women to have a career irrespective of how happily married they are. In fact, their in-laws and husband will value them more if they have an independent side to them.

My family trusts my judgment. Although I take suggestions from all of them, since they are as house proud as me, I always choose things that the family will be equally interested in.

Diwali is the period when your house is the cleanest and has a sparkly feel. So, whether it's the upholstery, curtains or paintings, each and every thing needs to be done up, even if it isn't being replaced with something new.

Hridaan, my younger son, has this unique talent of drawing incredible doodles and anime. Watching him draw soothes my mind. He is so detailed and focused that it never fails to amaze us.