India, Jan. 24 -- Having established a presence on both coasts of the United States, designer Anita Dongre opens up about her personal sanctuaries, the rhythm of American streets, and why she chooses to hit the pause button in the fastest country on earth.

For Anita Dongre, travel is an extension of her design philosophy: intentional, breathable, and deeply rooted in a sense of place. While her brand has found iconic homes in the historic architecture of New York's SoHo and the sun-drenched streets of Beverly Hills, her personal relationship with the US is defined by moments of quietude.

"Slow travel, for me, is a choice," she shares. "Even in fast-moving places, I consciously slow myself down. I like to spend time in museums and galler...