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I dream of having those kind of drying/storage racks for plates and such. It would be such a lifesaver

This is very common in Mumbai kitchens. As a kid, I remember getting one these when we lived in Mumbai, once we move south, my mom had a tough time finding one.

Suffice to say it has gotten very popular all over the country now.

I've seen kitchen set-ups like this in Finland. The racks are usually above the sink, so it serves as a drying rack and storage. I think it's a brilliant set-up!

this is a staple of apartments in the surroundings of mumbai - mostly very small apartments who have a tiny kitchen and who cook regulary.

we had a smaller version which we kept over the sink - just like jchristinahuh mentions. we could stacks 6 glassses, 6 spoons, 6 plates and smaller shelf for saucers. and 3-4 s hooks. very efficient because the it takes only vertical space.

Oh! I was hoping you had a resource for these! I've seen some wooden antique versions at the Paris flea markets, but they were way out of my price range. At least now I know in what part of the world to be looking for them.

These are common in Gujarat, as well. If you want to find them state-side, try Edison, NJ. There are a few kitchewares stores that can easily order a system like this for you or have one made (in materials other than metal, my grandmother's house has a system made of sandlewood). Try Libaas, its on Oak Tree Road.

Its a common thing in India - at least north and central parts. I have grown up seeing this always.
Since I have moved to US - I always wonder why something like this not available in US.

like kanchana said, this is super duper common in India. In my house it is placed right above the kitchen sink so the maid puts them directly in their place after washing and the water drains back into the sink. No mess solution.