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FROM TOP These modern vases showcase the artistic craftsmanship of glassmakers through their ribbed surfaces that reflect light. Crafted from fine quality glass, these beautiful pieces will make your tables look ethereal; It’s time to make your home glow with a soft radiance. Up the style game with skilfully crafted pieces from the Noor Collection

Let your abodes embrace bejewelled magnificence this festive season with Pure Home + Living’s Noor collection

FROM TOP Crafted with a striking embroidery, the cushion covers exude a festive vibe with bright gold and purple shades; For decades, these classic pieces by Pure Home + Living have been essential in the creation of exquisite rooms

It’s

that time of the year again! As the Indian subcontinent invites the cool winter breeze, streets and communities everywhere gear up to celebrate the many approaching festivals of the season. While gorging on scrumptious delicacies and indulging in merriment is a huge part of the fiesta, welcoming loved ones to our homes for a collective celebration is also an integral part of our culture. Noor—the latest collection by Pure Home + Living absorbs the festive spirit seamlessly within its product offerings encompassing home decor and dinnerware. The range derives its name from the word ‘light’, which is a significant part of celebrations in India owing to its magnificence and maximal design. The grandiose of jewel tones such as emerald, amethyst, ruby reds, gold and sapphire come together to add a hint of regality to your homes. Bringing unparalleled quality, exceptional style and extensive range of home lifestyle products, Pure Home + Living furnishes the best of classic and contemporary design. Artistically crafted with ornate detailing, the collection is a testament to brilliant craftsmanship with ornate textures and exuberant motifs. Each piece is carefully selected by a team of experienced designers and exceptionally crafted by the best artisans from around the world. Especially, for the festive season, there are several accessories to change your home into a style paradise—ranging from decorative items and candle holders to vases and table lamps. Whether you’re into classic decor, taking a modern approach to decorating or anything in between, make sure you peruse this collection of decorative accents. Ever since its inception in 2011, Pure Home + Living has offered the best curation of home decor accessories. A one stop shop for all your home decor needs, Pure Home + Living will help you change your home into your dream space! Website: www.purehomeandliving.com

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MAXI SLIDING PANELS, SELF BOLD CABINET. DESIGN GIUSEPPE BAVUSO

Aamir started his practice alongside wife Hameeda in the year 2000. His style is unconventional with a lot of sketches, design and details given on-site courtesy his out of the box design sensibility and quick thinking. He enjoys a massive social media following and is loved for his eccentric fashion sense.

On my festive thali...Lots of papad What does not intimidate you? Speed What would you get for your home next? Lots of pets

In this issue, he, alongside partner Hameeda Sharma takes us through a weekend home in Hyderabad, Pg 188

HAMEEDA SHARMA

Hameeda likes to deliver a project with a sense of the unexpected, but respecting her clients’ personalities. With her husband Aamir, she masterminds smart yet subtly glamorous interiors. According to her, their work is about producing contemporary classic design, creating serene, timeless and elegant interiors.

On my festive thali...Ladoos What does not intimidate you? Adventure What would you buy for your home next? A play pen for my darling Coco

In this issue, she, alongside partner Aamir Sharma takes us through a weekend home in Hyderabad, Pg 188

MEERA PYARELAL

FOUNDER AND INTERIOR DESIGNER TEMPLE TOWN

With a Master’s in English literature, Meera discovered her love for interiors while doing up her own apartment way back in 1999. After two decades of earning a name for herself in the interior industry, she conceived Temple Town to design and manufacture colonial furniture.

On my festive thali...Heritage on a plate What does not intimidate you? Change What would you buy for your home next? A new piece of art

In this issue, she unveils a take on Colonial design through an impeccably crafted Kochi residence, Pg 178

SAMIRA RATHOD

PRINCIPAL ARCHITECT

SAMIRA RATHOD DESIGN ATELIER

Samira aspires to develop environments that foster connections between individuals and their surroundings. She founded Samira Rathod Design Atelier in 2000 and believes in cultivating a strong sense of design in youth.

On my festive thali...Regular dal chawal, with marinated green chillies, papad and some homemade sheera

What does not intimidate you? nothing intimidates me...so to answer your question—everything!

What would you buy for your home next? more art and books! Photographs, prints, drawings, sculpture!

In this issue, she devises an architectural edifice in Bharuch with traditional materials and passive energies, Pg 152

VRITIMA WADHWA SINGH

A graduate in Furniture and Interior Design from the National Institute of Design, Ahmedabad, Vritima has worked extensively in the field of space and furniture design. Former EDIDA India 2020 winner, she also teaches at NID, Ahmedabad as a visiting faculty.

On my festive thali…A brass thaal with boondi ladoos and a terracotta diya

What does not intimidate you? Being a woman in a male dominated industry What would you buy for your home next? There’s a long list as I just moved into a new space. However, I am on the lookout for a perfect rug.

In this issue, she crafts a striking visual in the Outhouse jewellery store, Pg 100

ZAKI SHAIKH

PRINCIPAL ARCHITECT PARTHENON ARCHITECTS

Prior to founding Parthenon Architects, Zaki worked at one of India’s leading firms, Talati and Panthaky, for over 10 years. It was his affinity and desire to establish a design company that has the highest, international levels of designing talent, attention to detail and proficiency.

On my festive thali...Lots of chocolates What does not intimidate you? Strive for aesthetic excellence and perfection What would you buy for your home next? Art by Antonio Santin

In this issue, he captivates with colour and metallics at the retail outlet of Renu Oberoi Luxury Jewellery, Pg 96

FOUNDER AND PRINCIPAL DESIGNER AAMIR AND HAMEEDA INTERIOR DESIGNERS (AANDH)

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FOUNDER AND PRINCIPAL DESIGNER AAMIR AND HAMEEDA INTERIOR DESIGNERS (AANDH)

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ELLE DECOR brings you in-depth articles and insights into design, architecture, decor and culture. Introducing our special contributors

BLING. SEXY. BLACK

I stand in front of Maa Durga. Her striking yet simple idol with just the right amount of shringaar seems to look right back at me. The dhoop makes my eyes water as it fills the air with a familiar fragrance of festivities. The rhythmic dhols add to the splendour but also seem to fade away into white noise as I am engulfed in an atmosphere with a sense of gratitude. As we take giant leaps away from pandemic (I know we don’t talk about it anymore), thought-processes are taking a different course. In this world of shifting realities, what is the new home like? Are we getting complacent already? Are our homes following a set template resulting in different versions of Pinterest moodboards? I hope not.

It is with this thought that we bring you ideas and homes with newer perspectives. Glamour has made an entrance with a postmodern outlook. Take for example our season’s trend which is rightfully called Postmodern Midas. Our take brings to the fore an eccentric but edgy demeanour to gold. While metal has always been associated with opulence, festivity and tradition we’d like to present it in a more avant garde style. While we are on the topic of festivity and tradition, nothing brings me more joy than to talk about our Black Wishlist of decor products which yet again challenges so many notions associated with the colour of dusk, of nightfall, of mystery. It reinforces that any object made with quality and love actually stands out, and to me, that is luxe.

Our homes make you rethink your art, rediscover textures that may not necessarily be soft and comforting and ideas which are off the beaten path. Like the stunning burgundy table on the cover! The said home is located in New Delhi, designed by Rajiv Saini. He has taken the seemingly sullen shade of grey but endowed it with so much personality with myriad textures and materials—grey basalt, concrete and more. And of course, there’s his take on art and a fabulous narration of his process which to me exemplifies the notion that the journey can often be more enjoyable than the actual destination. Then there’s a vacation home in Hyderabad that has been crafted by Aamir and Hameeda Sharma who have put together Indian art, homegrown as well as international furniture. But to me, what’s even more interesting is the recalibration of the structure to bring in courtyards and spaces that create a canvas for the homeowners collections that they wished to highlight in their second home. Cut to Samira Rathod’s architectural edifice in Bharuch which is nothing short of a cinematic experience. Unlike the previous homes this home is rather stark but packs a stellar punch with the play of solids and voids, light and shadow and a surprise that awaits the user at every turn. And tying together our love for all things glamorous is a home by Meera Pyarelal of Temple Town in Kochi that is a delightful mix of colonial styles, traditional furniture and tropical touches. Noorien Kapoor’s home created for a Mumbaibased young millennial couple is just the perfect confluence of fun and function. I love how she has smartly created concealed spaces, multifunctional areas alongside other little quirks.

These effortless homes with a sense of nonchalance and carefree glamour reboot the notion of opulence and luxe. I see love, desire and a strong sense of individuality and liberty from the conventional notions of tradition and luxury.

On that note, I am looking forward to Diwali celebrations with my folks. Lots of rangoli, diyas , a belly full of my mother’s puranpoli and faral , some (lots) gold and some sexy black. And here’s how I want my festival to be—no Instagram, no notifications, no pings.

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by Manoj Mane Apparel by @theflamestore

Stainless steel, matte and mirror polished TRONCO BENCH and DIAMANTÉ DINING TABLE with matte finish stainless steel base and mirror top from White Domus anchor this golden feast with ceramic KUFIC DINNER PLATES by Khanoom, brass finish aluminium CROWN CATCHALL from West Elm, EGG HOLDER from Shaam Di Hatti and eggs painted in 0030 Royale Luxury Emulsion Neo Gold - M928 colour from Asian Paints. Pour without any inhibitions in the gold finish crystalline REIDEL GOLD GOBLETS from Address Home and CHAI STEM glass with a brass stem from Ikkis. ANTIQUE GOLD MULTIPLE ARM CANDLE STAND by Polspotten, available at Dialogues by Nirmals and GOLDEN TAPER CANDLES from Kirti Creations illuminate the surroundings. Three stainless steel copper finish CHAMPA FLOWERS from Indi Store and two metal WINE COOLERS in gold finish from Apartment 9 repurposed as bowls are the perfect accompaniment to the stainless steel and lacquered ADVA CUTLERY SET from XAKA Cutlery. Keep a look out for the CHARCOAL INFUSED BAGELS from The Better Batter Bakery and the delectable CAKE ROYALE from Tuileries Patisserie Styling assistant Juhi Agarwal For details, see Address Book

STRIPEY BEE PLACE CARD HOLDERS from Plate & Peonie with CALLIGRAPHY ON PLACE CARDS by The Bombay Lettering Company add a personal touch to the table setting. CHARCOAL CHIPS from People Of Tomorrow sit pretty on the brass finish aluminium CROWN CATCHALL from West Elm, in company with a FORK from Azella cutlery set by XAKA Cutlery

Stainless steel and brass lacquered SPIDER NUT BOWL from Sage Koncpt weaves a web that will keep you hooked to the CHARCOAL FARFALLE AND FETTUCCINE PASTA from The Better Batter Bakery. Reminiscent of the old world charm, the two metal WINE COOLERS in gold finish from Apartment 9, one repurposed as a bowl and the other decorated with CHARCOAL BAGELS from The Better Batter Company make a bold statement. Fun fact—the cake stand was repurposed by our stylist and CANVAS WALL PAINTING has been locally sourced

POSTMODERN

Go bold with gold—with a renewed zest for get-togethers, ensure that you make an indelible mark on your guests and friends through right (read: bright) entities

by Gianni Cinti,

H&M

BOWL, part of the Acropolis Collection

part of the Qit.a series by Ravi Vazirani

by Philippe Starck with Eugeni Quitllet

collection from Ikai Asai, ` 6,270

“GINKO”

NARROW

from H&M

`

Mason Home

Kartell, all

by Ayush Kasliwal

assistant

Amarsons,

request

Agarwal

3,500

at Anantaya

of the

at Altius Luxury, ` 15,000

the “Deva”

details, see Address Book

MATISSE BLUE

Rejoice in the resurgence of this chromatic blue by Henry Matisse back in 1952. Perfect for this emboldened era, this hue is finding its way in homes and havens

TREND AND STYLE DIRECTION BY YASHIKA PUNJABEE TEXT BY SHRIYA GOYAL

The Inspiration

Just when you thought you had seen them all, enter Matisse Blue. Not as moody as indigo, nor scalding like the bright skies, Matisse’s blue metaphors his aspiration in sprightly new light and a dash of chromatic inspiration. Spotted across spaces and decor, this blue that is turning the tables on all blues is just what you need to up your decor game.

The Accents

The Features

Henry Matisse’s quote, “A certain blue penetrates your soul,” finds form in Sanjyt Syngh’s Design Studio in Delhi. Exemplifying the bold and blazing hue, an illusion of geometric patterns and the striking Matisse Blue in the space imbues a sense of visual expansion and challenges the common notion that dark colours shrink space. Website: www.sanjytsyngh.com

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SF - 225, DLF Grand Mall, Mehrauli - Gurgaon Road, Gurugram – 122002

MUMBAI STORE (Opening Soon)

Wriver - Callisto Elements LLP, Famous Studio Lane, Opp VFS Global, Off Dr. E. Moses Road, Mahalaxmi West, Mumbai - 400011

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The Features

Good things come in small packages. Just like the drop of Matisse Blue in a sea of neutral canes and wood at the home in Mumbai designed by mother-daughter duo Nina Puri and Ayesha Puri Kanoria of Sanjay Puri Architects. With a touch of artistry and bang of colour, these nudes get their blues! Website: sanjaypuriarchitects.com

BAIKAL CHANDELIER

Barovier&Toso Travel back to the good old days of yore. Made in Venetian crystal in a polished chrome finish, the chandelier is a perfect melange of drama and intrigue. Available at Emery Studio. Instagram: emerystudio.in

BREAKING BLACK

Bling. Sexy. Black. Portraying strength, intrigue, elegance and power, black is the protagonist of our special wishlist. Unfolding the facets of black, we present to you our favourite black covetables of the season

LASSO MIRROR

White Domus This fresh Lasso Mirror is the ideal frame for your mirror selfie. Made from non-corrosive stainless steel, the mirror has decided on the best colour to draw attention—black. www.whitedomus.com

AUSTIN SIDE TABLE

Gulmohar Lane Whatever be your style—modern contemporary or eclectic, the Austin side table with its beautifully hand turned baluster shaped pedestal, will fit right in. www.gulmoharlane.com

PRODUCED BY JUHI AGARWAL TEXT BY TANVEE ABHYANKAR

CALIX SMALL TABLE

Baxter

ARTEFACT

VICTORIAN CABINET

DAUMIER FLOOR LAMP

Renovation Factory A tall, dark and

in mild steel is just what you want to come home to. A sleek, metallic black nickel finish supported by a gilded oakwood corrugation is bound to breathe luxury into your fabulous life.

Punam

TREE CONSOLE

THE L LAMP

Arjun Rathi Design Crafted with metal and hand blown glass, the minimalist L-shaped lamp, part of the Bauhaus collection deserves to be a part of your personal collection as well. www.arjunrathi.com

SIP OF GOLD CHAMPAGNE GOBLETS

AMARETTO ART EDITION CHAIR

Sicis Here’s to creating some black magic!

Amaretto Art Edition chair is a structure crafted in plywood and padded with polyurethane foam. Available at Tessera India. www.tesseraindia.com

SIEGER by FÜRSTENBERG A royal mix of regalia and contemporary demeanour, these goblets with 24-carat gold coating are an apt fit for the upcoming festivities. Available at Sources Unlimited. www.sourcesunlimited.co.in

DRESSER

Momenti A wooden dresser coated with melamine, made of black matte lacquer and artistic print on the doors and shelves in black lacobel glass—Momenti’s addition to their Black Attitude collection is something to write poetry about. Available at Ottimo. www.ottimo.in

AZTEC RUG

Ghar Ghar Ever felt a zesty love for Aztec art? This jute chenille Aztec rug by Ghar Ghar is definitely your next impulse buy. www.gharghar.in

BAR CABINET

CPRN Homood Set a perfect bar ensemble with CPRN Homood’s Bar Cabinet from their Dragonfly collection. Velvet lacquered doors with an engraved metal base, this sounds like a delicious cocktail. Available at Ottimo. www.ottimo.in

MAGMA

HMG Stones When you read ‘black is the new gold’, read it as Golden Magma. HMG Stones brings to the limelight a quartzite that works for your interiors as well as exteriors. www.hmgstones.com

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NAGINA MIRROR

AnanTaya Crafted in ebony wood and brass, Ayush Kasliwal charms you with the lingering essence of Bijnor in his Nagina mirror. www.anantayadecor.in

DYUTHI LOVESEAT

DTALE Modern On our love list is the Dyuthi rattan love seat in its charcoal black edition

ashwood with a padded

seat. www.dtalemodern.com

OKIE’

KUNAL MANIAR

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Who knew growing up amidst lush greenery in urban Mumbai would inspire his choice of practice for landscape architect and founder of his namesake practice, Kunal Maniar. Reminiscing those days, he says, “Being raised in the city, a concrete jungle, and still being surrounded by trees informed my belief in the importance of integrating nature even within the most urban environments. This eventually translated into an interest in planning greenscapes and placemaking.” Following his calling, Kunal attended some summer courses in Singapore. He further enrolled in a Master’s program in Landscape Architecture at the University of Melbourne. Soon after his postgraduation, Kunal chose to begin his design journey at home and started Kunal Maniar and Associates in 2002. He recalls, “This was a time when landscape architecture was given little recognition in India, even within the design fraternity.” Earning acceptance in the industry, he worked alongside eminent architects and designers including Noshir Talati and Nozer Panthaky, Nozer Wadia and Pinakin Patel, which led to crucial learnings during the early stages of his career.

Kunal considers that landscape needs to be handheld with interiors and architecture from the commencement of any project. Experiencing that opportunity through the design and execution of a private terrace garden at Ceejay House in Mumbai, he divulges, “It is one of my most cherished projects. The owner trusted me and made me a part of the design journey from an early stage. We transplanted 40 year old trees that weighed a ton each. The space has stayed exactly how it was from

the start.” His innate design language extends beyond vegetation to include outdoor products. Exemplifying this, he designed an outdoor bench for a residential project located in the upscale precinct of Shanti Niketan in Delhi. Representing his idea of ‘shanti’, the white concrete bench is long enough to host a family gathering, while predominantly serving as a seat of solace and introspection. With product design comes materials. He states, “I’m obsessed with using metals in my landscapes with brass being my all-time favourite. I also enjoy working with glass, exposed concrete and brick.”

Beyond aesthetics, Kunal’s overarching goal is rooted in ecology. Planning interventions to mitigate the environment, he worked extensively with xeriscaping in his Alibaug projects. Pursuing the consciousness further in his current project, Kunal wishes to bring back the Mohenjodaro and Harappa way of living through barter of commodities without exchange of money. For his landscape project in the villages of Khajuraho, Madhya Pradesh, his studio has shortlisted 10 yielding trees and grown only those around the villages. Why? “Planting five native and beneficial trees around each village allows an exchange of commodities between them. Also, choosing specific trees to optimise carbon capture, integrating rain gardens and bioswales into the urban fabric and maximising permeable surfaces can increase flood resilience in cities. This is the definition of landscape for me. It has zero percent vanity, but a lot of constructive thinking,” reasons Kunal. He quips, “Many feel that landscape design is just about rolling out lawn carpet

and adding some plants. I think it’s a shame that more often than not this field is treated as an afterthought, or a last minute fix to add cosmetic value to a space.” Along with misbeliefs comes dealing with perishable entities. He elaborates, “There is always an element of uncertainty with softscaping—what is alive today might unpredictably be gone tomorrow.”

From plazas and pocket parks to small rooftop gardens, outdoor spaces have played an instrumental role in improving mental well-being, providing sanctuaries and alleviating stress levels in fast paced environments. Bringing design sensitivities into existence, the question thus arises— what is the outlook towards a sound landscape design? Kunal simply answers and concludes, “Vision over vanity! Landscape architects have to approach spaces, not just public parks or gardens, they should be able toreach the grassroots level and work around what is existing. That’s when I feel the country will come to an equilibrium.”

“VISION OVER VANITY! LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTS SHOULD BE ABLE TO REACH THE GRASSROOTS LEVEL AND WORK AROUND WHAT IS EXISTING”

“Nature follows no principles and neither does my work! I try to imbibe ‘studied negligence,’ wherein nature is allowed to assert its own design statement freely”

ON PRINCIPLES OF DESIGN

Kunal Maniar, Mumbai Instagram: @kunalmaniarassociates

SNEAK PEEK

BEACHFRONT ALIBAUG

by Kunal Maniar

by Ravi

Kunal Maniar Photograph by Gajendra D. Mandrekar

Ashish Sahi

HOME IN NEW DELHI

CLOCKWISE FROM TOP Nestled below a ficus tree, the sunken seating is ideal to sit back and savour the surrounding landscape Photograph by Gajendra D. Mandrekar; A hedge with closely packed plants craft a home for bird sculptures by Hamza Barafwala; The caged garden is designed with a water feature and vintage style benches Photographs by Ashish Sahi

QUICK WORD

A QUOTE THAT HAS STAYED WITH YOU… Creativity cannot be compartmentalised

IF NOT A LANDSCAPE ARCHITECT, YOU’D BE… A chef

A PROJECT YOU WISH YOU HAD WORKED UPON... The Highline, NYC

A TRAVEL DESTINATION THAT INSPIRES YOU... Italy, for the art, but more importantly, for the food INTUITIVE DESIGN OR FORMULAIC DESIGN? Logical, strategic frameworks that leave room for intuitive decisions

TROPICAL GARDEN IN ALIBAUG

A perfect example of ‘studied negligence’, this planned yet organic tropical garden in Alibaug showcases a variety of Indian species. Bloomed in a couple of years, the plants have asserted their own design statement unlike any manicured aesthetic Photograph by Ashish Sahi

BY TALIB CHITALWALA

BY KASHISH KAUSHAL

The white onyx community table that has witnessed some of the most intense team discussions was custom made on site. Wall stucco paint by Asian Paints throughout the studio enriches the space with its refined aesthetic. The track lights are from Versa Lights

THIS KNOWLEDGE IN MATERIAL GARNERED OVER THE YEARS ENABLED ME TO BRING TOGETHER A LOOK THAT IS GILDED IN SIMPLICITY, GRACE AND ELEGANCE

FROM LEFT The light has been customised by Rohit Bhoite Design Studio from Jaipur in pure brass. Chandigarh chairs made by the in-house carpenter atop slate stone flooring, overlook the wall art which is made by the studio; Contrasting colours of natural teakwood carved tables with marble table tops serve as the accent to the dark flooring. The overhead shelves are from IKEA

Awhiff

of nostalgia and an uncanny familiarity encapsulates Rohit Bhoite’s namesake design studio. With elements that rekindle a blast from the past, the space feels like a warm hug but with a sharp demeanour that prepares you for taking on important tasks ahead of the day. Work is worship and that is quite evident from its graceful and serene demeanour. Coming from a household of designers with passion for design and love for architecture, Rohit Bhoite’s design studio in Mumbai is like a timelapse of everything that has transpired in his life so far.

INSPIRED BEGINNINGS

No prizes for guessing that both Rohit and his studio derive inspiration from his father, Subhash Bhoite. A pioneer of temple architecture in India, the studio takes cues from his exemplary projects over the years and pays ode to his legacy. The cherry on cake in this monochromatic den is the hybrid of contemporary and traditional design that Rohit developed over the years thanks to his roots and stint in the design capital of the world, Milan where he pursued Masters in Interior and Living Design.

THE PAST AND THE PRESENT

Be it the stone carvings on the wall, paperweight on his desk or the many shivlings, his studio is a conjunction between his father’s design inheritance and his individuality embodied through a neutral colour palette. In all his project outings, Rohit endorses that the user’s personality must reflect in design and the space he inhabits. While designing his own studio, he makes no exception! >>

MATERIAL MAGIC & MAYHEM

“This knowledge in material garnered over the years enabled me to bring together a look that is gilded in simplicity, grace and elegance. The studio is situated on the ground floor with lush green surroundings which casts a natural silhouette into the interiors making it a gratifying setting to work at,” elaborates Rohit.

A MINIMALIST’S DREAM

Punctuated with marble workstation desks, there is a sense of liveliness to the studio which also happens to be a consequence of Rohit’s free flowing thought process. What’s worth mentioning here is the soothing colour palette, with guest appearances from various indenious materials, that plays a pivotal role in adding to the synergies. Every once in a while his team gets together for fun and enlightening brainstorming sessions at the community table with a golden brass ceiling light that truly is the highlight of it all.

AND A DASH OF DRAMA

Amidst a melange of different cultures and ages, what binds the space together is the glass facade and windows. Acting as an interesting departure and counterpoint to the roughness of textures, they bring forth dimensions of illumination, transparency and depth. The furniture plays an imperative role in making elements of different ages and tastes coexist in the workspace. The studio manages to bring all the timelines together, timelessly—it pays a rich ode to the past, thrives in the present contemporary design schemes while marching on towards a better future.

Instagram: @rohitbhoite

CLOCKWISE, FROM TOP Glossy polished rough slate flooring cuts through the geometry with its natural texture; Mock-ups of Indian stones utilised for models made by artisans from Jaipur for the studio; Styled exquisitely with tactile pieces of Indian art, this utility corner with a lampshade from Fabindia adds dramatic flair with an Alessi juicer by Philippe Starck. The gold side table is from Defurn Furniture

ICA X EDIDA AKSHAT BHATT

Consciousness is at the core of Burning Water desk designed for ICA Italian Wood Finishes

TEXT BY SHRIYA GOYAL PHOTOGRAPH BY PLAN2SHOOT

EDIDA India Interior Designer of the Year 2021, Akshat Bhatt captures concerns over environmental degradation and consequences with the Burning Water desk. Designed in collaboration ICA Italian Wood Finishes, the Principal Architect at Architecture Discipline, elaborates, “It started with thinking about what we are doing to the world, how cities are crumbling, we are short of water and still we continue to plunder the earth. I feel one of these days we may even start burning water—that’s how the name came about and it stuck.” Giving way to soft curves, it is fabricated in oak wood and finished with vibrant hues from ICA, symbolic of many metaphors. The finish imparts the aesthetic of a viscous liquid on oil, creating a visual of water burning away in myriad ways. w

ICA X EDIDA ARIANE THAKORE GINWALA

Traditional Indian crafts join hands with contemporary aesthetics in the Malta bar cabinet in collaboration with ICA Italian Wood Finishes

TEXT BY SHRIYA GOYAL PHOTOGRAPH BY SANDEEP DAMRE

An intermingling of Indian craft in contemporary design finds form in the Malta bar cabinet by Ariane Thakore Ginwala for ICA Italian Wood Finishes. The EDIDA 2021 Designer of the Year, and the founder of This and That integrates her inlay work for ICA Collaboration. With a polyurethane coating and a metallic antique Malta finish, the bar cabinet displays a random inlay layout crafted to complement each other. “The inlay looked fabulous with both the colours they have. The bar cabinet was an easy decision because it displayed all the inlays and did justice to the intricate details,” says Ariane. w

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Shades of water adds a splash of vibrancy into the Pool wall shelf, crafted in collaboration with ICA Italian Wood Finishes

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With an unusual take on everyday objects and furniture, EDIDA 2021 Young Talent Namit Khanna crafts the Pool wall shelf for ICA Italian Wood Finishes. Inspired from soft minimal swimming pool railings, the front flaps in shades of blue represent water. The wooden shelves are topped with PU anti scratch ICA finish with electrophoretic lacquer gold treated iron frame and a shiny polyester finish on the blinds. The founder of Nama Home, Namit says, “I wanted something that looks closer to water, hence these polyester finishes by ICA were so smooth and glossy, they were a perfect fit for the product. I think the quality that we get with an ICA finish is immaculate. They give your creation the finish they deserve which is of pure luxury and beauty.” w

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Bold and brooding fashions into delicate and bright in the new rendition of the Qit.A collection in collaboration with ICA Italian Wood Finishes

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An odyssey from dark and mysterious to pastel and vibrant, tables from the Qit.A collection by Ravi Vazirani Design Studio take a striking turn with ICA Italian Wood Finishes. Having bagged EDIDA 2021 in the furniture category for these rustic Sand Cast Tables, founder Ravi Vazirani explored the robust design aesthetics with a delicate appeal. Dressed in pastel green and salmon, the colours act as an element of surprise that furnishes a fresh accent and vibrancy to the collection. Ravi expresses, “The inspiration with this was to take away masculinity from the earlier collection. To keep the form the same but work with different materials that would change the tonality of products.” w

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Design that is an extension of the individual’s personality and lifestyle is often at the core of Shantanu Garg’s work. With a penchant for colour and motifs, The EDIDA India 2021 winner in the seating category calls his piece for ICA Italian Wood Finishes a Shoe Vanity. “The Shoe Vanity doubles as a partition, with drawers, knobs and even a provision to hang shoe tongues. I wanted to bring multiple functional aspects together. And the ICA Collaboration furthered this narrative with their plethora of finishes,” says Shantanu. Devised as four distinct layers merged together, he mentions that the finishes lent immense character. “While their metal lacquer mirrors the metallic aesthetic effortlessly, the wood coat bonds seamlessly with the veneer and highlights the natural grains. Combined with the polycoats and high gloss finish, it has been an interesting exploration,” he concludes. w

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Disparate functions meet equally diverse finishes in the Shoe Vanity in collaboration with ICA Italian Wood Finishes

A SLICE OF HISTORY

Why opt for one palette when you can have many? Colour divides the aesthetic of Neuma—Mumbai’s neoteric restaurant designed by Ashiesh Shah

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Set against a medley of backdrops, this soulful restaurant with its layered aesthetic is the definition of modern luxury, colour and vibrancy. Called, The Bar Nautica, the space is realised in blue and white colours with cushions from Jasmine Jhaveri Design Studio, an Atelier Ashiesh Shah table and a carpet by Luxerus

Expressing bygone eras through heritage, resting silently in the middle of chaos and defining cityscapes, Mumbai’s architecture is influenced by Neoclassical, Victorian-Gothic, Art Deco, IndoSaracenic and contemporary architectural styles. For those who are perceptive enough to observe it, they are still alive and kicking amidst the city’s fabled commotion. An equally nostalgic gem that once stood as the city’s first standalone fine dining restaurant, Indigo, has now been transformed into the suave and stylish Neuma. Just how change is the only constant, this restaurant retains the original character and at the same time, plays a steady game with multiple design variables. Stationed at Colaba, Mumbai, the moment you step inside Neuma— owned by filmmaker and television personality Karan Johar and designed by Ashiesh Shah, a sensorial experience awaits you. “Every room has a distinct character leaving the viewer in absolute awe and surprise,” says Ashiesh. Art pieces and collectibles sourced from all over the world reminiscent of a collector’s home lend a certain affability to the space. In today’s world where the attention span of an average human being is a meagre eight seconds, Ashiesh manages to put together a space that offers multiple vistas and distinct experiences from the get go. While the outdoor area banks on its existing greenery, hues of white with detailed carvings and stone pebbles bring joie de vivre. The show doesn’t stop here— the bar is realised in hues of red and the outdoor bar upstairs in shades of black coupled with foliage and water features is contrasted by its adjacent indoor dining area. Until the food is served, Neuma’s decor attributes are enough to hold time still, literally. Whether you end up spotting a celebrity or get engrossed in the design language, one thing is for sure— there is no dearth of surprise elements! w Website: www.ashieshshah.com

CLOCKWISE FROM LEFT Verdé, a private dining area features the Lollipop dining chairs from The Koy Store and a Hatsu rug. The detailed corset panels paired with Atelier Ashiesh Shah’s signature Guccha light serve as the highlight of the space; The amply lit staircase leading to the first floor is distinguished by a sculpture by Siddhartha Kararwal and its rope-detailed handrails inspired by Ashiesh’s excursions to Sri Lanka; Designed to look like a collector’s living room, The Blanc dining room emanates an intimate aura courtesy the Moonshadow pendant light from Atelier Ashiesh Shah, Naga dolls from Heirloom Naga and a Manglam Arts carpet

TALK THE TALK

More than just stories, myriad discourses take shape inside the expansive flagship store for Dialogues by Nirmals in New Delhi

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Depicting various scenes and imageries from the African locale of Maasai Mara are the wallcoverings from the Maasai collection by Coordonné. The bull skull sculptures are sourced from independent artisans from Indonesia

CLOCKWISE FROM TOP The store features arches that symbolise the logo of the brand and an exclusive porcelain Flamingo art piece from Ahura, Italy. Embroidered fabrics of the Adam & Leave collection from Dialogues by Nirmals are customised and draped as curtains; Upholstered in high grade faux nubuck from their Denmark collection, the bed blends perfectly with wallcoverings from the Maximalism collection by Coordonné, Spain; The curved sofa covered with Mitchell collection of boucle and chairs wrapped in the Orion collection bolster up the random chinoiseries wallcoverings from Coordonné. Curtains from the Rolling Clouds collection of fabrics by Dialogues by Nirmals, gold decor accents on the table and deep green vases on the shelf are from various artistes in Paris

FROM TOP Dialogues by Nirmals leads the connoisseurs of good life into a world of coveted interior products; The walls are covered with wallcoverings from Coordonné’s 40th anniversary collection and chairs are upholstered in Dialogues’ signature velvet jacquard from the Forever Together collection; The mesmerising texture, thickness and softness of the Orion collection of fabrics makes it perfect for upholsteries of all kinds; Dialogues museum houses some of the most unique in-house fabrics referred to as ‘Dialogues Heroes’

Abasic tenet of any healthy relationship is open dialogue and transparency. And an underplayed yet necessary virtue is the art of listening. Sometimes, between what is said and what is not, a lot is lost in translation. The same holds true for fabrics and furnishings. The day you decide to venture out in search of the perfect interior furnishings for your homes, you have a ballpark idea of what you want. Churning those ideas into reality is the newly launched 6,500 sq ft flagship store of Dialogues by Nirmals located at MG Road, New Delhi. If you want to indulge in the thrill and excitement you experience while walking through global design fairs and exhibitions, this store is the place to be. Taking cues from Maison & Objet and Proposte, it renders an international shopping experience right in the heart of India. Replete with arches that instigate conversations, the store’s design language is enriched with elements that facilitate dialogues. From walls to furniture, every surface has been curated with utmost finesse to display their product offerings. Weaving a story at every turn, the store highlights the multifaceted uses of the fabrics, opening up endless design possibilities.

“It is only through dialogues and conversations that you can find your perfect fabric. You have to interact with the fabric, feel them, breathe them, caress them, have a dialogue with them. Sometimes, it doesn’t have to be a verbal dialogue!” exclaims Sachin Chauhan, Director, Dialogues by Nirmals. The store not only brings together the finest fabrics from across the globe, but it also guarantees an immersive shopping experience. It’s designed in a manner that every nook and corner has a story to tell. Throughout the store, wall coverings from Coordonné emphasise on various design viewpoints, for example, a large casement window on-looks a serene tropical jungle landscape.Custom drapes crafted from delicately embroidered fabrics also add a sense of whimsy to the surroundings. Be it this fabric store or life in general, actions always speak louder than words and rightly so!

Traversing its lengths and breadths, stroking every surface and relishing in the beauty of perfectly woven fabrics, we bet you’ll indulge in a design language of your own that speaks volumes to your heart and soul. w Website: dialoguesbynirmals.com

CLOCKWISE, FROM LEFT Rose motif has been a part of Renu Oberoi’s jewellery collection embodied in handles and wallpaper; Beset over hand knotted sheen carpet by Jaipur Rugs, black lacquered centre display units with glass and metal detailing are nestled under the Serip chandelier; A compact yet plush seating area at the back allows customers to sit and browse with ease

Leonardo da Vinci once said, “Simplicity is the ultimate sophistication.” In this world of chaos, minimal and fluid spaces make way for statements in understated luxury. Though when designing a home for jewels, how does one embellish spaces that behold sparkles of diamonds and the gleam of gold? Crafted with care and precision, Renu Oberoi Luxury Jewellery Store designed by Zaki Shaikh, Principal Architect of Parthenon Architects, is all things gold and glimmer against a canvas of grey. Located at Nariman Point, Mumbai, this store emanates modern elegance with a side of finesse.

Captivating colours, alluring lighting and a selection of materials are cleverly utilised to command attention. United by a constant visual language, each element exhibits a distinct identity. Warm brown, pastel grey and glinting gold accents furnish the space. Engineered wooden planks set in a herringbone pattern brought together with grey wall panels outline the mood. Tall, central and window glass display units with metal details pave the way to highlight the intricately designed jewellery. A compact yet plush seating area at the back allows customers to sit and browse with ease.

Articulated mouldings, slim grooves and unrevealed slit ducting ceiling design furnishes a seamless and sauve appeal. The store features numerous elements—a Serip chandelier with glass icicles in the centre, illuminated and sleek cabinets housing the brand’s jewellery and intricate rose motifs embodied in handles and wallpaper. Creating a romantic haven for the Renu Oberoi Luxury Jewellery Store’s pieces, this geometric simplicity explores the relationship between luxury and experiential design. w Website: www.parthenonarch.com

HOME THAT SPELLS LUXURY

Designer Amit Porwal charts a spectacular layout of functionality, modernity and luxury in this Mumbai home

If one delves deeper into pinning down on an ideal canvas of modern homes today, a few elements that take precedence are endless warmth, spruced up decor, vintage additions and a sense of contemporary living. Taking cues on these lines, Amit Porwal of Icon Projects Inspace Pvt Ltd. crafted a sumptuous 2,500 sq ft abode in a high-rise in Mumbai. The space exudes a continuous flow of grandeur through its palette of black, white and gold. An air of panache and style captures all the rooms here, laying out an inviting environ. The lift lobby strikes a balance between past and au courant with brown and grey hues, hinting at a natural, rustic finish with the grey tile flooring.

The living room features a striking Italian marble flooring and a television panel with built-in mocha brown veneer on one end and antique shelving units in chestnut and taupe on the other. An 8-foot-long dining table stands elegantly in the corner paired with veneer-coated chairs and a wooden bench. While the master suite is bathed in white and gold hues with intimate elements such as picture frames of the couple adorning the room and minimal decor ornamenting the room. Embodied by a huge pictorial of a bike rider with metal detail encrusted behind the bed, the son’s room plays with tones of orange and blues alongside a sleek study table. The second room visages a neutral scheme with grey, brown and golden tones, keeping in mind a concrete finish on MDF panels sheathing the walls. As the details spill seamlessly from one space to the other, this city home spells true luxury and charades an exquisite taste in interiors Instagram: @amitporwal_official

CLOCKWISE FROM TOP The living room features Italian flooring rendering an elegant ambience; A subtle sense of luxury is achieved through the use of custom lighting; A meal feels like a celebration in this space outlined as a refined dining zone; The room is styled in muted tones of grey, Amit Porwal, Co-Founder and Principal Designer of Icon Projects Inspace Pvt Ltd; The room is styled in tones of grey, brown and gold with the walls covered in concrete applied to MDF panels

BEAUTY AND THE BLING

Apart from its statement jewellery, the Outhouse store in Mumbai displays an immaculate sense of style concocted by EDIDA winner Vritima Wadhwa of Project 810 Furniture & Interior Design

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CLOCKWISE, FROM TOP A changing section has been demarcated through pink drapes from D’Decor; Bench from The Wicker Story gently wraps around one of the fluid partitions; Minimal elements and understated finishes come together beautifully to create a style statement for Outhouse. Throughout the store, the flooring and table tops are courtesy Bharat Floorings and Tiles

FROM LEFT Various shelving and storage systems in brushed ashwood with a matte white PU finish—from tall display cabinets to low height vitrines, ensure that the statement pieces of jewellery stand out; Fluidity in design is exemplified in the Outhouse jewellery store through clean lines and curvy silhouettes. The character of the store owes itself to the chosen materials and illumination from Hazel Lighting

Walking into the Outhouse jewellery store in Palladium Mall, Lower Parel, Mumbai is a little like finding yourself in The Garden of Eden—albeit one with exceptional decor and regalia to die for! Unconventionality is the name of the game at this store designed by Vritima Wadhwa, Design Principal and Founder at Project 810 Furniture & Interior Design. Crafting an everlasting romance between the owners Sasha and Kaabia Grewal’s passion for jewellery and love for storytelling, the space undertakes the bold values of the brand using a natural and clean route. While designing a store, it can be daunting to find a middle ground between the product offerings and the store’s decor aesthetics as neither can outshine the other. Conquering this hurdle, the EDIDA winner deploys lightly punned walls and white ashwood furniture that add a sense of tranquillity while juxtaposing the brand colours—pink and gold. “Eclectic boundaries dissolve into restrained ones to ensure that the statement pieces of jewellery stand out. The design is such that it allows for the brand’s evolving collections to be adopted into a space that goes from dramatic to elegant from time to time,” adds Vritima. The Outhouse store is a lesson in materiality—550 square feet of timeless salmon pink terrazzo flooring with white chips, wicker in the form of a bench that also acts as a partition and natural finishes that glorify the unapologetic and fearless demeanour of the brand. Just like every person has a layered personality, the store is shaped like a rectangular box that practises the art of restraint—it unveils itself not all at once, but gradually. A striking visual composed of well-balanced organic forms, exhibiting jewellery adorned by global style icons and celebrities, what’s not to love? w Website: project810.com

LET IT SLIDE

Sliding is intuitive, smooth and silent—if you take aesthetics and pair it with superior technology that makes life easy, yes, we are sold! Nothing short of a masterpiece, the Slider L70, a coplanar system for cabinets with doors weighing up to 70 kg each by Salice is innovation at its best. Available in two or three-door variants, it can be specified with a customisable front cover. Features of reliability, modularity and capacity make L70 the right choice for wardrobes in bedrooms and for all large cabinets. Now the question arises, how does it deliver the smoothness and lightness of a single touch, especially with heavy doors?

Thanks to the exclusive patented design of the Slider range, the precision-built carriages and tracks and the revolutionary linear magnetic damper, Slider L70 achieves all of this and more! Other notable features include the magnetic soft-closing system, a lightweight aluminium frame, and a noiseless PVC and aluminium guiding track. What’s more, the mechanism is quick to assemble and risk-free because it comes preassembled along with cushioned opening and closing. It has also been put through a stress test of 100,000 cycles, so you know it’s durable. With Salice manufacturing a wide variety of premium goods in the modern era and combining it with improved facilities, the Slider L70 is extremely flexible and adaptive, thus, making it an indispensable part of your perfect bedroom furniture. Website: www.salice.com

FROM TOP The soft closing mechanism coupled with magnetic technology gives the Slider L70 an edge above the rest; Extremely tough and long-lasting, Aluminium and PVC guide the tracks for smooth and silent movement

Extremely tough and long-lasting, Slider L70 by Salice is the coplanar system for cabinets with doors that combines form, function and aesthetics

CRYSTAL CLEAR

Indulge in the new Swarovski retail store now open at Palladium, Mumbai— An intersection of fantasy and reality, art and science

FROM TOP In keeping with the brand’s new visual identity, overseen by the Swarovski Swan, guests are welcomed by sensory shopping experience to uncover alluring crystal treasures; Encouraging exploration and self-expression, the store is colour-blocked in Swarovski’s new brand hues

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has been on a magical ride ever since its inception in 1895. Paying homage to the shimmering beauty of crystal, its stores across the globe are known to ignite the imagination, reflecting the uniquely captivating charm of the city itself. To reflect the brand’s new visual identity, overseen by the beloved Swarovski Swan, the enchanted makeover has now come to fruition with the launch of the first dazzling new stores in strategic locations around the world, the first 27 of which are Instant Wonder outlets. A new Swarovski store, themed in soothing blue tones, has opened in Phoenix Palladium Mumbai, reflecting the company’s revamped brand strategy. With myriad octagons adorning the walls in a breathtaking display of product and pattern, the entire concept is a tribute to the wonder of crystal itself. For the final flourish, packages wrapped up with signature gross-grain silks and velvets add to the entire spellbinding experience. It has relocated from the ground floor of Palladium to the mall’s courtyard, making it more convenient for customers. Palladium Mumbai is the first landscape retail store in India, giving customers a chance to fully immerse themselves in the new brand’s

vision. Swarovski’s passion for innovation and design and mastery of crystal cutting have defined it as the leading jewellery and accessories brand in the world. At the grand opening, Swarovski introduced Ananya Panday as the new face of their Diwali advertising campaign. Speaking about the campaign, Ananya says, “Diwali is a time when everyone comes together to celebrate the joyous light that guides us through the hardships of life. Not only do we celebrate this light, but we also radiate this light from within. Diwali also being the onset of a new year, I truly believe in bringing about transformative energy, to explore and accept the other sides of me. Along with Swarovski, I urge you to transform your expression and follow your own rules, while remaining true to yourself.” Visit the store to indulge in a spell of luxury and engage in a landscape of adventure at the Palladium’s Swarovski store, the perfect destination to celebrate Diwali this year!

Website: www.swarovski.com/en-IN

FROM TOP Each enchanting establishment pays respect to the crystal’s glittering brilliance, reflecting the city’s distinct character; Swarovski’s new brand vision is reflected in a new store in Palladium, Mumbai

EFFORTLESS LUXURY FOR MODERN LIVING

The exquisite Master Furniture Collection 2022 from Asian Paints aims to revolutionise urban homes with incredible designs and myriad customisation possibilities

Your home’s decor tells the story of you, so, what’s your story? Are you an intellectual art connoisseur or a socialite who loves to throw a house party ever so often? In the pursuit of finding the perfect furniture for your homes, take cues from the Master Furniture Collection 2022 from the house of Asian Paints, available across 21 cities at the Asian Paints Beautiful Homes Stores. Consisting of five delightful series namely—Imphal, Haveli, Foresta, Osaka and Utopia, the furniture line conveniently fits into spacious as well as compact urban homes. But what makes this collection unique is its thought provoking design language—behind every masterpiece, there is a compelling story that sparks conversations. Weaving dreams with handcrafted love, Imphal’s muted and subdued colour palette of sun dried rattan with rustic sepia makes it the centre of a warm and inviting decor. Haveli derives its inspiration from India’s Anglo-Indian history infused with modern silhouettes to suit new age sensibilities. The pristine Foresta collection envisages a home for an ardent lover of lush green courtyards and pronounces a distinct character that dictates sophistication and vigour. Personifying the practical yet chic with vibrant colours and abstract art, Osaka is created significantly for the nouveau riche. Utopia is an uber rich embodiment of superior aesthetics that marries the modern and the functional with the dramatic. Promising durability and customisation, the furniture range is a confluence of extraordinary materials, design and volumes. However, its USP is that it allows you to personalise your spaces with options like Make Your Own Bed and Make Your Own Sofa. For instance, you can personally choose a dining table depending on the size you would like, the wooden finish, the chair’s design or a bench instead to make your own dining table that pleases your heart. How’s that for having your own cake and eating it too? Browse through Asian Paints’ extensive range of furniture available at Asian Paints Beautiful Homes Stores and indulge in a sensorial experience that guarantees impeccable comfort. Website: www.beautifulhomes.com/store-locator.html Instagram: @apbeautifulhomesstores

CLOCKWISE FROM TOP Breaking the monotony of clean lines, this collection from Asian Paints is the frontrunner amidst the trendiest furniture range in the country. If you wish to keep your surroundings classic, opt for the Imphal solid wood cane bed in natural finish; The evergreen marble table tops like Adriana and Lazarro from the Utopia collection have survived every other decor trend since its inception; Reminiscence in the colonial era by adorning your dining space with ancient hand woven cane art, reflected beautifully in the Imphal dining chairs FACING PAGE Sophisticated and bold, Foresta seating is a designer range carved out of pure mango wood in natural finish elevating the space with its grandeur

A DESTINATION FOR THE ECLECTIC ONES

THE LIXIL STUDIO, Bengaluru is not just a brand experience centre showcasing the best of GROHE and American Standard, it’s also an inspirational paradise for architects, designers, artists, and more

CLOCKWISE FROM TOP THE LIXIL STUDIO is a window into the world of GROHE and American Standard brands; The facilities offered and the central location attract the architect and designer community, who arrange their business meetings at the studio. It also hosts gala events attracting the who’s who of the town; Mr. Bobby Joseph, Leader, LWT, India and Subcontinent (GROHE and American Standard) FACING PAGE The LIXIL Studio is a go-to destination for architects and designers from across the country

Located in the heart of Bengaluru city, spread lavishly across 13,000 sq ft, THE LIXIL STUDIO is not only a state-of-the-art experience centre that showcases the best of GROHE and American Standard brands, but so much more. Some in the architect and designer community refer to THE LIXIL STUDIO as a haven away from their regular workspaces—a place to visit and get inspired. A few design thinkers refer to it as a place where they can freely network with like-minded individuals, while others know it as a place where the GROHE team throws the best galas from time to time.

Bobby Joseph, Leader, LIXIL Water Technology (LWT), India & Sub-Continent has a vision to take this even beyond. He mentions, “The studio has transformed into a community club for architects and interior designers. It is frequented by the crème de la crème of the architect and designer community due to its rarity of doubling up as an office space where they can meet clients and close deals and also as a place where they can let their hair down and unwind. We want it to be a place of interest for budding leaders of tomorrow as well, hence, we want to focus on bringing in architecture and design students, who want to develop themselves as designers of the future”. What’s more? If you are an architect not based in Bengaluru but want to showcase GROHE or American Standard products and solutions to your customers, the studio has a fully virtual experience available online. Bobby asserts, “As a leading brand in the industry, it is our vision to spark a digital revolution in bathroom design. With our virtual studio accessible 24×7, we are making oneof-a-kind, world-class bathroom products and solutions accessible to all, anytime, anywhere.”

Visit lixil.virtualshows.live/matter to view the LIXIL virtual studio. Address: 2nd Floor, SKAV 909, Lavelle Road, Ashok Nagar, Bengaluru, Karnataka 56000 (T) : 080 6847 3131

How can a simple chair offer more than a seat? What makes light fixtures really lit? And why are we so floored by floors? For the past 20 years, EDIDA India (ELLE DECO International Design Awards) has chronicled the best in designs that the country offers. With a newly introduced subset, Sustainable Achievement, the product design awards celebrate designs across 15 categories that are grounded in astounding concepts, original themes, innovative materials and reimagined motifs, surpassing all that is known and expected. The platform prides itself for recognising and giving impetus to local brands that make in India and provides a global stage to the winners. EDIDA India 2022 is presented by title sponsor ICA Italian Wood Finishes, in association with Sunil Sethi Design Alliance and in strategic partnership with Miele. We can’t wait to see what you have to offer!

EDIDA DESIGNER OF THE YEAR

The crown is waiting and so are the accolades that follow; impress us with an inspiring excerpts from your vast portfolio

EDIDA YOUNG TALENT

For the young hearted and design spirited under 40, this is your time to come forth and shine with your latest collection

EDIDA INTERIOR DESIGNER OF THE YEAR Unbox creative conceptsfor residential and commercial spaces that reflect personalities, ideas and untamed imagination

EDIDA STUDENT OF THE YEAR

The early bird gets the worm, or in this case, a scholarship to Istituto Marangoni—a chance for dreams to come true!

KITCHEN

Sets, accessories and appliances that reinvent your culinary dreams

BATHWARE

Showers, basins, faucets and other accessories that recreate the delight of monsoons FABRICS

Textiles, complex patterns and techniques woven together from across the country

FLOORING

Earthy ceramic, royal granite: materials that keep you grounded or rugs and dhurries to step in style WALL FINISHES & COVERINGS

Colours, textures, patterns and motifs that transport you toanother world

LIGHTING

Fixtures that don’t flicker but burn brighter and inspire TABLETOP

Crockery, serveware and cutlery that ensure you dine in style

FURNITURE

Pieces that help transition a bare shell to a happy home BEDROOM

Boudoirs with statement headboards and beds, clad in the snuggliest linen for cosy naps SEATING

Pieces that are ergonomically designed for the perfect perch and poise

SUSTAINABLE ACHIEVEMENT

Products and projects that are working actively to mitigate climate change and pave a greener future

For more details log on to www.elledecor.in or write to edida@ogaan.co.in

THANK

We have received an overwhelming response for KBDA 2022 and we would like to thank all of you for your support and participation. The nominees will be notified shortly. Winners will be announced in December.

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TYING THE THREADS OF LEGACY

Sutr Santati, an exhibition unveiled at the National Museum, New Delhi presented by Abheraj Baldota Foundation and curated by Lavina Baldota for the continuum of Indian heritage witnessed a newfangled approach to the circular economy through revived textiles using fashion and design. Participants included Ashiesh Shah, Arjun Meher, Balram Krishnamoorthy amongst others with fashion and textile designers Riddhi Jain, Peter d’Ascoli and Vaishali Shadangule.

Instagram: @lavinabaldota

HOT AND COLD

Seeing your tea leaves slowly dissolve in the water and leave streaks of brown and orange is like modern meditation. The easy-going, double-walled cups from EZ Life enable this visual, making tea-time a sensory delight! What’s more, it keeps drinks hot or cold for a longer time, thanks to its double-layer construction which ticks all the right boxes for us.

Website: www.ezlife.in

HIGH TIDE

Set the standards high with a Baro Design high table by Siddharth Sirohi that boasts of a form that is inspired by flowing water. Use it as a bar counter or as a shared working space, or as a high console—this table made in reclaimed teak with inlaid brass detailing is as adaptable and homogenous as water.

Website: www.baro.design

VALLEY OF FLOWERS

Reminiscent of the voyages from Machilipatnam in Andhra Pradesh and also the traditions of 19th century Europe, Flora by Ritu Kumar is a modernised version of Chintz. It brings to the table (literally) an intrinsic yet playful collage of botanical florals, etched on crockery and linens, ideal for celebrations and more.

Website: www.ritukumar.com

LIT LIGHT

The art of zen often states—you don’t need extravagance to have a meaningful existence.

Inspired by Japanese forms, the winner of the EDIDA 2021 lighting category, Harshita Jhamtani is back with the Kasa collection of lamps. They are not only zen but have an equally simple design process. The lamps are made of a mild steel body, enveloped in coloured cement paste, fronting an indirect LED light source behind a frosted acrylic sheet.

Website: www.harshitajhamtani.com

Calacatta Mail

Brought together in this Kromme table by The Pure Concept Home, a package from Calcutta unveils itself. Made from the magnificent Calacatta Oro, it is as exclusive as any Italian marble can be. In-house craftsmen have used traditional tools and materials to hand-sculpt this modern abstract beauty.

Website: thepureconcepthome.in

BLOWN AWAY

Renovation Factory’s Ukiyo pendant lamp guarantees to blow your mind away with its dramatic black ombre that graduates to grey. Cast in aluminium, the hand-blown glass pendant is supported by a metallic structure in a champagne finish. Place by itself or in a set of two and render your merrymaking lit.

Website: www.renovationfactory.com

Crouching tiger

Animal prints just got elevated by a whole new dimension. Bring the forests and wilderness home with a hint of tropical and a dash of audacious. Let the Magnificent Tiger cushion unleash itself on your sofa. This 100% cotton linen cushion is 110% fierce in its visual language and will set the mood for your house. A part of ‘The Art of Entertaining’ collection, Janavi India embarks on making it all wild!

Website: www.janaviindia.com

NEWLY BED

Casual and comfortable: The central notion of a bedroom lies in practicality and peace. Ashley Furniture Homestore by Dash Square brings forth the Westconi bedroom collection with historic roots defining a casual lifestyle. Visualised as a farmhouse, the genius of this quaint bedroom setting lies in the simplicity of its vintage elements fused with an old-world charm.

Design details: From moulding frames on the bed and drawer fronts to satin nickel finished hardware, it features a streamlined design that is all parts nostalgic and meticulous.

Natural and neutral: Clean, crisp and white lines are accented with natural-looking wood tones. The acacia veneer tops with wood stain are brought in to enhance the farmhouse appeal.

Websites: www.ashleyfurniture.in; dashsquare.com

WOOD AT WORK

Ashelter to dwell, a haven of peace, a break from the hustle and a retreat to relax—a home is all this and so much more. All homes come with a checklist, but a common request across all is comfortable and functional spaces. Bringing in a midas touch and classical finesse in addition to all the other attributes is the brand Sheesham. Set up by designer Pooja Khangarot in the pink city, Jaipur, Sheesham is a one stop solution for home and decor. Encompassing a holistic approach of conceptualisation, detailing, definition and finish, it renders fluidity to the vision of home. Rewinding back to how it all started—Pooja’s keen interest in interiors and sound knowledge of hues and upholstery encouraged her towards exploring a new venture. Creating layouts using a medley of colours, fabrics and regal woodwork gradually led to the metamorphosis of her dream into reality and Sheesham was born! Sheesham is not just about creating eloquent spaces. It is an expedition of innovating bespoke furnishings and delivering aesthetics accompanied by comfort. The use of handcrafted Sagwan wood coupled with rich fabrics craft a harmonious space. Home interiors are an amalgamation of balance, rhythm and contrast, blended with detailing, harmony and unity. Striding forward with this fervour, Pooja has delved in revamping and transforming empty spaces into contemporary elegance that reek of luxury and delight.

Website: sheesham.co.in Instagram: @sheesham.furniture

CLOCKWISE FROM TOP Rustic woodwork and coordinated upholstery make way for bespoke furnishings; A midas touch and classical finesse render comfortable and functional spaces; Home decor by Sheesham uses a medley of colours, fabrics and regal woodwork INSET Pooja Khangarot, Founder and Designer at Sheesham

Sheesham by Pooja Khangarot pesents a medley of colours in contemporary and comfortable havens

A SILVER LINING 3 REZONS WHY

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The call of celebrations: The brand of luxury silver artefacts by Kalyani Chawla, Rezon, brings forth the Silver Lining collection, only to make your celebrations more elegant. Despite the collection’s contemporary appearance, the brand stays true to traditional handmade methods

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Regalia and legacy: “We choose to use skills that have been handed down over generations, using the same tools initially used by the first craftsmen, ensuring preservation of the silversmithing process to bring our products to life”, says Kalyani.

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Dusk till dawn: Be it a traditional close-knit lunch or an evening cocktail soiree, the silverware will keep you company from dusk tilldawn.

Instagram: @rezonluxurysilverware

GOOD ENOUGH TO EAT

Working intuitively with handbuilding techniques, Mansie, a ceramic artist from Mumbai makes abstract sculptures inspired by lines—imperfectly straight as well as curves! The pieces embark on an interplay of light and shadow that leaves you wondering what part of the sculpture takes up the foreground and what takes up the background. Thanks to its food safe glaze, you can have your cake and eat it too.

Instagram: @ceramicsbymansie

Fabulously frazzled

Reflecting a little bit of nature’s glory entrapped in a beautifully decorated fabric with vivid flowers, the handwoven cotton Dandy Life napkins from Amber Stitch are game changers for your feast. Crafted in soft, handwoven cotton fabric, with a raw exposed thread border, these napkins are a table-setting game changer.

Website: www.amberstitch.com

'LOOPY CHEST'

BRICK A LEG

Just like we say, change is the only constant, artist M. Pravat puts up an exhibition at Vida Heydari Contemporary in New Delhi, that will make you ponder over the ‘twilight urbanism’ through art. Scaling childhood to adulthood, the artist uses red brick as the protagonist, the reminiscent constant that defines and alters the cityscape.

Instagram: @vhc.art; @m_pravat_

A LINEN AFFAIR

Furnish your homes with the imprints of the lanes of Morocco and a foliage of textures with the Ikat Galore and Boutonniere cushion covers from Onset Homes.

The cotton linen covers adorned with computer embroidery stand out as statement pieces. Machine woven, these refreshing and folksy motifs can be paired well with the rest of your upholstery.

Website: www.onsethomes.com

THE RISE OF MAGADHA

Whether it’s old world embroidery or fine floral patterns, carpets breathe life into surroundings. Rendering a symphony of traditional patterns and mughal ornaments in refreshing modern colours, Magadh Ocean rug from The Ambiente is handcrafted with New Zealand wool.

Website: www.theambiente.com

Ajrak in the house

Whether your interior style is traditional or contemporary, ethnic prints form the perfect

IN A NEW LIGHT

Sarita Handa retail celebrates ten glorious years in business with the launch of a brand new experiential concept store— Sarita Handa Now

TEXT BY KASHISH KAUSHAL PHOTOGRAPHY BY TANUJ AHUJA

Beyond the objects and pieces that make a house snug, it is the tactility and little touches that encompass the true sentiment of a home. And encircling all its tangible goodness with the casual ease of a loved and lived-in home, Sarita Handa takes a leaf out of the past to make way for the future. Navigating both realms, the new concept store Sarita Handa Now sprawls 11,000 sq ft in New Delhi as it pays homage to its heritage. Together with, Suparna Handa, Managing Director and Capt. Rahul Puri, Executive Director of Sarita Handa and long-time collaborator Amith Chhabra, Founder and Principal Designer of Studio LCD, the store ushers in a design language that draws from the design principles of wabi-sabi, feng shui and biophilia. >>

CLOCKWISE FROM TOP The seamless blend of art in textiles and decor is celebrated with the uncommon beauty of common textures like concrete and wood; The store features furniture made in-house against the backdrop of a corten steel wall; Anni Kumari’s artwork Origin II is displayed against a wall with natural veneer texture FACING PAGE FROM TOP Almost sculptural in its appeal, Ankon Mitra’s origami light installation The Song of the Earth and The Sky Loom is the piece-deresistance right at the entrance. The artefacts were sourced from Capt. Rahul Puri’s private collection; Modish interpretations of traditional craft techniques are beautifully highlighted throughout the store

CLOCKWISE FROM LEFT Leather furniture and accent green chair bestow glamour to the living room; Greek white marble flooring with a touch of grey compliments the earthy theme; Furnishing an ambience of a lavish suite, the master bedroom is an enclosure of light and vistas; Founder of Kal Designs, Pulin Shah

A SUBTLE FRAME OF VISTAS

Rich with details, surrounded by nature and cocooned in patterns—Pulin Shah, Founder of Kal Designs offers a unique perspective on cosy living. This 3000 sq ft plush apartment is located in the heart of Five Gardens—one of the greenest areas of Central Mumbai. Overlooking the Worli sea link and western suburbs of Mumbai, this apartment on the 32nd floor stands solely amidst the extensive landscape. Channelling the power of earthy tints and shades, the interiors were designed to render a New York appeal that is minimalistic and modern. Beginning from the entrance, the Duomo Square of Italy, printed on a London Art wallpaper is incorporated into the foyer. Greek white marble flooring with a touch of grey complements the earthy theme. Leather furniture, accent green chair and Swarovski crystals attached to the curtain borders bestow glamour to the living room. Handcrafted inlay made by artisans from Agra adds a serene touch to the pooja room. The all white kitchen with kalinga stone counters frame the cityscape. Furnishing the ambience of a lavish suite, the master bedroom is an enclosure of light and vistas. The attached washroom is enhanced with Calacatta gold marble. The son’s bedroom is accentuated with dark wood veneer and brazilian stone backdrop. A monochromatic setting and an attached balcony is the highlight of the daughter’s bedroom. Breaking away from the customary neutral palette—light greys to subtle beiges to soft browns, bring a fresh vibe. With sweeping vistas of the garden and city skyline, this home is a perfect composure that is sure to keep boredom away. It strikes the right balance between living a tranquil life in a natural landscape

in the

of the built environment!

CLOCKWISE FROM TOP The collection of furniture by Studio LCD showcases neutral tones realised in natural materials accompanied by planters against a wall art that is made with fabric scraps; Each concept-driven room allows the customers to visualise the space as if it were their own; Managing Director Mrs. Suparna Handa (L) and Mrs Sarita Handa (R) , Founder and Creative Director Sarita Handa Now

“We wanted people to not just spend time at the store but also engage with every item on display—from the curated furniture pieces to the objets d’art and other collectables,” shares the interior designer. India’s leading luxury textile brand Sarita Handa has played a pivotal role in ushering a design language with global contemporary aesthetics rooted and inspired by the rich heritage of Indian craftsmanship. “Creating an environment where you can be cocooned and nurtured was our top priority. It’s simple luxury with attention to detail and a focus on ‘less is more’ philosophy,” says Founder and Creative Director of the brand Mrs Sarita Handa. What sets the store apart is the sensorial experience it offers—an artful journey interspersed with carefully curated art, artefacts and furniture. Another facet that deserves a mention is the various collaborations— Sarita Handa Now with Gallery Art Positive that displays works from artists like Harish Ojha, Siddharth Kerkar and Anni Kumari. Focusing on modern aesthetics, the store is more than just a regular contemporary space. Concept driven rooms with myriad living, dining and bedroom settings aid customers to visualise the space as if it were their own. Whatever your dilemma, there is nothing that a play of textures through handwoven fabrics, natural materials and sculptural design can’t solve! w Website: saritahanda.com

NEWS,

LIFESTYLE

ATMOSPHERE X POLLACK USA

TEXTILE’S IN THE AIR

Ideas don’t happen in isolation. You must embrace the opportunities to broadcast and refine your ideas through the energy of those around you. From fabrics to food, everything requires a new idea to sustain the changes taking place. So, when two design powerhouses—Atmosphere and Pollack Associates unveiled a textile collection together for the first time in India, the ‘idea’ was to craft a contemporary yet opulent range that has the air of a stylish night out, even while you’re staying in. Titled After Hours, the range of fabrics got their dream debut at the hands of reD Architects helmed by Maithili Raut, Ekta and Rajiv Parekh and Vinita Chaitanya who exhibited two unique textile installations in Mumbai and Bengaluru, respectively. An idea is just an idea until it’s developed into a practical product. After Hours is the fruition of that idea which was nurtured with passion and through continued effort, converted into a beautiful tactile reality. >>

A chic range of fabrics with a strong contemporary aesthetic envelop After Hours by Atmosphere and Pollack Associates

Planter’s chair and pouffes decked in After Hours and Topkapi fabrics curated by Vinita Chaitanya celebrates the most refined design aesthetics of both the Orient and the Occident

CLOCKWISE FROM TOP LEFT An artistic play of upholstery with Vinita’s signature botanical elements adorn the fabrics; Furniture from Vinita Chaitanya’s SlowLife is furnished in After Hours and Topkapi fabrics, and presented against the backdrop of framed fabric displays Photographs courtesy Gokull Rao Kadam; The tactile experience of the After Hours fabric is reduced to its purest form in this lamp installation by reD Architects; The fibres flutter on the surface of the striking colour combinations creating a moody ambiance; Drapings of coordinated textures on lamps from the After Hours collection include Fantasy Land, Storyteller, Metamorphosis, Lariat and Landscape fabrics

What sets this collection apart is that it’s engineered keeping in mind an exclusive colour palette that appeals to the Indian audience. With plush textures, intricate embroideries, complex hues and elegant patterns, these fabrics are designed for those who enjoy a refined design sensibility. reD Architects presented the After Hours collection in the form of a bold sculptural installation titled the Totemturns at their stunning studio space. Blurring out other materiality in the space, they celebrated the fabric as a membrane. “We took the idea of upholstery fabric meant to cover sofas and chair seats in homes and offices and exploded the scale, using the fabric like skin,” they share.

Offering another out of the box experience in Bengaluru at the Atmosphere store, refurbished by Vinita Chaitanya, two new collections acknowledging the patterns, textures and colours of the After Hours collection integrated with her signature SlowLife philosophy were unveiled. The plantation furniture has been reimagined to a more graceful avatar. She reimagined a deconstructed lounge chair and upholstered it with the Atmosphere range in the quintessential play of layers that is characteristic of her style. Through Vinita’s artistic vision, the sumptuous fabrics are bound to bring a sense of renewal to your living spaces while thoroughly reflecting the mastery of craft that Atmosphere and Pollack Associates proudly own.

Just in time for the festive season, After Hours has a bit of drama mixed in with functionality and an easy to use aesthetic for all your drapery and upholstery needs. Kashish Kaushal Website: www.atmospheredirect.co; www.pollackassociates.com

ENLIVENING MODERN LIVES TAKE ME TO THE WRIVER

Always

Our ever-growing curiosity and quest for all things ‘trending’ has inspired furniture stores to take a good look at how they present their offerings. The inclination to offer something out of the box has prompted some fascinating ideas and collaborations that are a cut above the rest. Clean aesthetics and the desire to create furniture fit for a contemporary setting led to the inception of Wriver—a luxury furniture brand by Alsorg. Cosmopolitan elegance for a modern lifestyle is what defines true luxury. Living up to its two decade old legacy, Wriver’s flagship store in DLF Grand Mall, Gurugram aims to craft detail oriented pieces made by colluding with some of the brightest minds in the design industry. >>

FROM TOP From smart technology to material craftsmanship, a rare synergy encompasses Wriver’s brand new store in Delhi; A floaty combination of a lounge chair and a footstool, Piegatto offers a slender yet comfortable seating solution

LUXE HAVEN

Just like an artist identifies its muse and frames it within their piece of art, a designer anchors the context of a home and outlines a conceptual planning around it. When Founder and Principal Designers of AK Enterprises Pvt Ltd. Amit Maitra and Kallol Baroi were first approached to design this Kolkata home, they were struck by the immense potential of the 3,000 sq ft blank canvas. Designing a home for three generations who wanted to live like a joint family yet respect each other’s privacy, they concocted a soft and subtle ambience throughout the space. Following a Neoclassical theme, the simplicity of geometric forms has been captured flawlessly. Upon entering, a dark walnut hued double leaf door with groove lines and a lobby finished in Statuario Italian marble suggests the inception of an elegantly designed home. The dual apartments are connected through a corridor embellished with a unicoloured grey tone Silver River Italian flooring amidst white statuario marble inlays. In the south facing left wing, the bay windows abutting the spacious living lounge is flanked by two zones—the master bedroom and the den opposite to each other. Their entries are entirely camouflaged with clean panelled walls in contrasting shades. What further redefines this area is the mix of soft and bright pastel colour tones used in the furniture arrangement and blown glass chandelier. Traversing the northern end, a casual sit out lobby, worship area and three bedrooms flank the home. Keeping in mind the aspiring maturity yet the playfulness of a child, the kid’s bedroom houses cosy nooks and fun components with happy shades of blue and yellow. The son’s bedroom and the guest room are furnished in muted brown and beige pastel tones, continuing with the central theme of contemporary ambience. Subtle yet strong forms and minimalist material application defines this project. Attention to detail, functionality and materiality responding to the homeowner’s way of life without overcomplicating design has always been a way for AK Enterprises Pvt Ltd. rather than just a trend! Instagram: @akgroup_org

A mix of lively patterns, bold colours and sophisticated materials make this Kolkata home by AK Enterprises Pvt Ltd. anything but conventional

CLOCKWISE FROM TOP Part of the living-dining zone, the marble topped dining table and the upholstered chairs are tucked in a cosy area with a mirrored console set against a patterned wallpaper; Founders and Principal Designers Amit Maitra and Kallol Baroi, the A and K of AK Enterprises Pvt Ltd.; The homeowners wanted a modern home accentuated with details and a warm vibe; A grandeur of scale and material sophistication envelops one of the bathrooms

CLOCKWISE FROM TOP Wriver’s approach to furniture design fosters innovation and approachable design collections derived from varied sensibilities; Pointed tentacle like tri-legged base of the Punto side tables gives it an edge above the rest; The stone block of the Cleave Tread 300 side table acts as an anchor, while the riveted metal sheets fasten to the table top; Aero chair’s combination of curved seat and metal backrest fixed on the tapered wooden legs create an aerodynamic silhouette; Conceptualised as the fenestration of an architectural structure, the Fenestra sideboard is made from oxidised metal modules

From pioneering modernist vision to bold contemporary designs, they offer a stimulating experience of chairs, tables, cabinets, sofas, beds, shelves and trolleys, among many others. Co-founder and spokesperson Sajal Lamba understands the need for consistent design expectations with the flexibility of ample options. “Our store is a testament to our consistency, transparency and expertise that have enabled us to bring to the table newfound energy and unique creative expression that has little precedence in the industry. Each piece on display is an experience in itself and promises to inspire modern living,” he remarks. With a zest to constantly improve and evolve, we admire how Wriver accommodates trends and changing demands through expert inputs, which can be witnessed in all their collections—on this evidence, we’re sure a visit to their store is something you should plan soon! Kashish Kaushal Website: wriver.in

EASY ELEGANCE

Introducing Mythica and Nature’s Jewel Box 2022 at the Salone del Mobile this year, Visionnaire celebrates six decades of distinctive style and experimentation on materials

FROM TOP Underlining the connection and communication between the kitchen and living room, the boiserie of the Villa D’Este kitchen integrates doors and wall units, shelves and built-in lights, opacities and transparencies; The leg of the Rohan dining table is a work of true cabinet making artistry, a sculptural volume in matte stained ash wood, flared at the sides with a slender profile

It is said that perfection is a pursuit. While most spend a lifetime looking for it, few chance upon it. Celebrating six decades of design prowess, Visionnaire introduced two collections at Salone del Mobile this year—can you think of a better setting than this? Keeping its core values intact, both the collections Mythica and Nature’s Jewel Box 2022 define new compositional and material solutions. Part of the Mythica collection and designed by Mauro Lipparini, Villa D’Este kitchen by Visionnaire is the perfect embodiment of form and function. Catching your attention in a jiffy, the kitchen enamours with its earthy colourway and clean lines that are a consequence of classic design techniques. With Villa D’Este, the most tech-driven area of the home becomes a space to engage and enjoy cooking thanks to its prestige, elegance and beauty. What’s special about this kitchen is that the finest material and finishes furnish it—American ziricote wood and Patagonia quartzite, placed in dialogue with the sparkling brilliance of the faceted engraved glass. However, the Nature’s Jewel Box 2022 collection explores beauty from an unexpected vantage point while fostering a modish interpretation of nature. Apt representation of the regenerating force of nature can be seen in the Rohan dining table designed by Steve Leung. Featuring an artistic circular top in Sahara Noir marble with a Lazy Susan in Caffè Amaro marble, the table top has an inlaid geometric design with an inserted brass portion. The collection, entirely in ash wood, will make you pause, reflect and reconnect with the ecosystem. Love the warmth of ashwood but the eco-trooper in you doesn’t approve? This season as the world inclines towards the natural and organic, the Rohan dining table gives a new meaning to being rooted. w Kashish Kaushal Website: www.visionnaire-home.com

CHILD’S PLAY

A dreamland where rainbows never fade and beauty lies forever sounds like fantasies of a kid! Crafting whimsical delights, Gulmohar Lane kids collection exudes comfort, a soothing colour palette and charming silhouettes. Be it snuggly co-beds, seesaw bassinets or a range of playful furnishings, make room for these cutesy additions to your little one’s room and revel in their giggles and delightful strides.

Website: www.gulmoharlane.com

BRAND NEWS

Exciting new releases, store launches and the coolest finds in furniture, lighting and home appliances—our curated selection of what you need to look out for this season

TEXT BY SHRIYA GOYAL and TANVEE ABHYANKAR

MODULAR RAINS

More than just a routine, bathrooms have transformed into intimate retreats and enjoyable rituals. Rejuvenating senses and nourishing the body, GROHE SPA RAINSHOWER AQUA is an escape from chaos and chores. Modular in nature, it gives the freedom to innovate. Multiple shower modes and endless configurations craft individual function and purpose. The spray patterns include Aqua Mono, Duo, Cascade, Mist and Pure.

Website: www.grohe.in

and black matte wash basin mixers. Making all your bath time (read me-time) dreams come true, Philippe Starck in his second faucet series for Duravit works together to create magic with different renditions of mixers. The combination of round, angular forms brings forth timeless elegance with a minimal demeanour.

Website: www.duravit.in

BLUM AND BLOSSOM

When every corner in your home is state of the art, your kitchen should be no exception! The SPACE TOWER storage unit from Blum brings forth an ergonomic way of storing items. Equipped with LEGRABOX, it provides easy access to contents, ideal for kitchens, bedrooms, hallways and bathrooms too. For further user convenience, the unit can be equipped with a variety of motion technologies. As they say, love comes in all sizes and shapes, and one of them is right here!

Website: www.blum.com

INSPIRATIONS INFINITO

Who knew a marble piece could turn out to be a masterpiece? It all started with Rosso Lepanto marble. Designed by Roberto Lazzeroni and produced by Poltrona Frau, the Infinito table celebrates the beauty and uniqueness of the marble. Recalling the shapes of yin and yang, the large top with rounded lines exalt the beauty of veined green. Inspired by columns of classical statues and made of white Carrara marble, the base is designed as a pedestal to this work of art.

Website: www.poltronafrau.com

COME HOME TO HOUMN

While the home serves as a shelter to all storms, the bedroom is where you will find peace and sanctuary. Celebrating the boudoir that’s truly yours, Houmn introduces its Carp embroidered bedding set. As soft as the material sounds, the bedding is crafted with chambray. Striking a balance between minimal chic and ornate, the pastel set is here to please and how!

Website: houmn.com

THIS NOR THAT

The NOR collection by FLEXA brings Danish design to life. Made with solid oakwood and white MDF (mediumdensity fibreboard), it accommodates the growing needs of your child. Compatible with all their textiles, the bed renders a playful expression with room for flexibility.

Website: www.flexaworld.com

FEED THE LOOM

Aadyam Handwoven strives to preserve ageold weaving techniques that have seamlessly transcended generations of artisan families

A single extra weft wool dhurrie from Kutch takes anywhere between one-two months to finish and can drastically transform the look and feel of your home

CLOCKWISE FROM LEFT Kani weaving from Kashmir is a highly complex form of knitting; The extra weft weaving mat from Bhuj is an understated piece of fabric that astounds with its minute details; Weaving and Varanasi are two sides of the same coin and a sign of opulence; Kharad carpet weaving in Bhuj is a juxtaposition of dry arid desert lands and bright vibrant colours; Aadyam Handwoven co-creates products every season with the finest artisans infusing global trends and traditional heritage; Ikat fabrics from Pochampally are created through resisting segments of yarn through tying. These carefully calculated tied yarns are then dyed to create patterns

Awindow

to the past and perhaps direction to the future— heritage is a matter of pride as well as great responsibility. Take the case of India, with a history as rich and diverse, heritage has always played an important role in the realm of culture and crafts. Keeping alive traditions with a sharp vision for the next generation, Aadyam Handwoven is a harbinger of social change and sustainable creation for traditional weaving techniques. A corporate social initiative of the Aditya Birla Group, the initiative aims at implementing significant efforts in conserving age-old weaving techniques that are inherited within generations of artisan families. With offerings that include a wide range of sarees, dupattas and home furnishings such as cushion covers, rugs, table runners, bed linen and curtains, the collections have a unique signature interpretation of the heritage that is characteristic of the region. An extension of their lifestyle and tradition that continues to thrive, they currently work with few exquisite craft clusters such as Varanasi, Pochampally, Bhuj and Kashmir with plans of extending its reach to many more groups, from the abundant and varied pool of traditional handwoven textiles in India. The handwoven techniques include Ikat, Tanchoi, extra weft, Kani and more. By opening up effective markets for their products and ensuring benefits to the weaver through a transparent plough back of profits, they aim to create a self-sustaining ecosystem for the finest artisans of the country. Every time you buy a product from Aadyam Handwoven, you contribute meaningfully to the survival and development of the rich cultural heritage of handweaving, whilst contributing to the quality of life of the generations of artisans pursuing this craft. They attempt to reach out to the conscious textile and craft connoisseur by focusing on key attributes such as revival, restoration, quality, consistency, contemporisation and relevance. Hence, every time when you think of adding a dash of heritage inside your home and wardrobe, think Aadyam Handwoven—by virtue of which you will not only add colour into your lives but also the lives of others!

Website: handwoven.aadyam.co.in

CLOCKWISE FROM TOP The light is a grand 18’ x18’ installation accommodating over 120 light sources and 1000 glass modules; Nature being the driving force, the Ixora blooming bud is taken into consideration, which is one of the main elements in beautifying gardens; Because the elements are separate, the chandelier is modular and customisable in nature

JAIPUR OPULENCE

Rarely do we come across a chandelier that engulfs all at once. Jade Design House defines modern luxury with their latest lighting installation, Ixora

Luxury

never goes out of fashion, and especially if you make it a part of your lifestyle. At Jade Design House (JDH), a team of passionate architects and designers, who craft customised luxury lighting, chandeliers and furniture, are experts in bringing the definition of opulence to reality. To adorn the grand lobby of Pallacia Luxury Apartments, Jaipur, JDH finds itself a like- minded partner in Design Hex’s founder Shimona Bhansali. This collaboration spells Shimona’s ability to visualise a space with JDH’s expertise for creative expression, giving birth to the beautiful Ixora, a concept inspired by clusters of the indigenous plant of the same name. The journey of making Ixora turned out to be unusual for the team yet special. Inculcating the glass modules from JDH’s other collection ‘Deepstambha’, the designers used the golden ratio to beautify it further. The magic unleashed itself when site workers and JDH’s team members planned the scaffolding to install the work of art at a height of 25 feet. Ixora radiates a blend of an earthy but glamorous experience and the pride that comes with owning and creating things. From making sketches and 3D models to watching them come alive and be appreciated by people is something JDH aspires for. After completing about 100 projects, the team takes pleasure in achieving customer satisfaction as their end product. “The abundance of possessions and the ability to add glamour is not just limited to its monetary value but also its utility.” This is the idea of luxury at JDH, and they stand by it, everyday.

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Inspired by the pink city of Jaipur, the chandelier displays hints of magenta, paired with smoked grey and gold finish elements. Photographs by Studio BluOra. Manasi Jade, creative architect and designer is the founder of Jade Design House

GLAMOUR REBOOTED: BESPOKE HOMES THAT ARE EFFORTLESSLY ELEGANT

DECOR STYLE

Page 152 IN BETWEEN SOLIDS & VOIDS beckons you to admire this thoughtfully formulated, inward looking home by Samira Rathod Page 166 A GRAND GESTURE IN GREY opens doors to a structure fused with art against a sublime backdrop concocted by Rajiv Saini Page 178 A COLONIAL PANORAMA unlocks a new dimension of handcrafted artisanal brilliance and modern-day convenience inside this home designed by Meera Pyarelal Page 188 ART COMES HOME presents a love affair between natural light and a mix of indoor outdoor spaces in a bespoke weekend home crafted by Aamir and Hameeda Sharma Page 198 A HOME FOR MANY MOODS outlines both dramatic and understated design languages by Noorein Kapoor

IN BETWEEN SOLIDS & VOIDS

The Cool House by Samira Rathod uses traditional

Bharuch

and

TEXT BY SHRITI

BY NIVEDITAA GUPTA

CLOCKWISE FROM LEFT Cognisant of its hot and dry land, the house is devised to create a microclimate that is comfortable sans artificial cooling methods. The main facade, which faces South is painted black and enveloped by a boundary wall cladded in black China mosaic; Constructed in siporex blocks, the west facade has windows which are slanted in accordance with the wind direction; Built as two blocks connected by a rosewood slit window, the masses are defined by their materiality

FACING PAGE Windows framed in Burma teak with Indian marble chajja in the northwest corner of the home

CLOCKWISE FROM TOP Offering a peep into the airy dining room with furniture from The Big Piano, the atelier’s furniture workshop, is the formal living room on the first floor. The drawer unit is made in MDF, crafted by the team; Framing the formal living room is the dining area door, painted by Samira and her team. The door handle is by The Big Piano; Placed atop a Jaipur Rugs carpet are chairs by The Big Piano with the two smaller wall arts from TARQ. The larger one is from Morii Design FACING PAGE Dressed in hues of blue, the formal living room furniture designed by Samira Rathod Design Atelier rests on top of a carpet by Jaipur Rugs. The large wall art is by Morii Design, while the smaller ones are by Tanujaa Rane, Chemould Prescott Road

The corridor on the second floor leads to a stairway with a parapet wall that doubles as storage as well as a railing with a lamp from The Big Piano FACING PAGE Emulating the architectural form of the Cool House is the light fixture atop the dining table and chairs made in-house with a console made in Burma teak

CLOCKWISE FROM TOP The east courtyard is finished in surkhi plaster which is a mix of brick dust and limestone; Located on the second floor and illuminated by a punctured slab, the parapet wall with storage space within it, leads to the staircase; Navigating to the second floor, the staircase handrail is an abstraction of an athletic dog who is stretching and twisting to follow the staircase, with the animal’s tail at the end. With a bench from Camelot, the walls are finished in lime with terrazzo tiled floors. The space is styled using two bricks from the site as sculptures FACING PAGE The West courtyard has a strategically located shallow waterbody. It cools the breeze that makes way from the openings on the facades, ventilating the home as they meander through the structure and effectively reduce the ambient temperature

“If you look at the staircase handrail, it resembles a dog that is twisting in a rather athletic fashion. The form came to me instinctively when I was sketching”

Samira Rathod, seated in the television room on the second floor, basking in daylight by virtue of the cutout in the slab, enjoys experimenting with interstitial spaces like verandahs, corridors, bridges and courtyards. Furniture is designed by the atelier and finished in naturally polished rosewood with a carpet from Jaipur Rugs atop terrazzo tiled floors

“When creating spaces, I think like a script writer. Articulation is important—how people enter and explore the home”

Ever since the advent of the moving image, architecture has found multiple roles in cinema. From establishing aesthetics and time periods to critiquing society and illustrating metaphors, cinema manoeuvres architecture in myriad ways as means of visual storytelling. But what happens when the roles are reversed and the architect dons cinematic hats? Meet the Cool House—a home in Bharuch, Gujarat by Samira Rathod Design Atelier (SRDA) that is a spatial delight with all the makings of a thoughtfully crafted narrative. “When creating spaces, I think like a script writer. Articulation is important,” says Samira. With the Cool House, theatrics and intrigue follow suit, as the abode responds to the context of its land. Spread across 10,000 sq ft, housing a living area and dining, television lounge, gym, two kitchens, six car parks, a terrace with a plunge pool and jacuzzi, the precinct is a dry and arid region with extreme summers. “A comfortable home without air conditioning was the main brief,” says Samira, lead architect at her eponymous practice. “From the outside the home looks like a box, and one assumes that it will be dark and badly lit. You walk into the ground floor which has nothing, just one staircase and as you’re wondering what’s going on, a burst of light greets you. There’s mystery, intrigue and delight. You imagine that the whole house is white but a blue living room makes itself visible followed by a waterbody,” she remarks.

Situated on a tight row house fabric, they designed an inward looking house. “A typical response to an introverted space is a courtyard which captures light, breeze and ventilation,” she continues. Providing utilities and services on the ground floor, the structure is lifted on stilts with three courtyards on the upper floor which are connected by a central corridor. This relationship between courtyards and the corridor determined further directions to design leading to a box.

A constant thread of thought that runs across most of Samira’s works is the push and pull of masses, the play of light and shadow. “This is deliberate, the theatrics. I enjoy experimenting with the interstitial spaces like the verandah, corridors, bridges and courtyards. How people enter and explore the home. It is in these secondary spaces where drama unfolds. You are not inside your room and I am not bound by a function. On the contrary, when you are in the bedroom, you don’t want sunlight from a skylight hitting you in the face,” laughs Samira. And just like a gripping movie, the home has its moments, twists and turns. You’re anticipating an AC but a gush of wind will blow your dupatta away!” she exclaims. And in the Indian cinematic context, nothing is as quintessential as a stray scarf gone with the wind.

Most of these elements are not just visual or spatial characteristics but each is meticulously devised—to either create a comfortable micro climate within the home or as a part of the structural system. The courtyard on the southwest has a black waterbody. Breeze passes over the water, then through a jaali and cools the living and dining areas. At dusk, the waterbody reflects the dark skies, resplendent with stars. The southern courtyard has a flowering tree, Kordia, which is planted into a hollow column filled with earth, which leads the roots to the ground, allowing it to grow well. The column acts as a support system to the upper floor slab.

Beyond design and structural interventions, these courtyards generate a form which is a box that is split into two but woven together by slits, openings and windows. Through numerous models, the team at Samira’s studio studied light simulation and wind direction. The form emerged as a seemingly simple facade but with complex details. “We studied passive energies. It was imperative to create low pressure so that fresh wind enters and exits the buildings. And that’s how we ended up using black paint,” Samira further reveals. While the use of black seems counterproductive, Samira explains, “Since black heats up the environment, air rises upward creating a low pressure zone allowing wind to gush in. The windows are placed in the direction of the wind. Some are slanted to catch the south and west wind. Small openings keep direct glare at bay and enable a Venturi effect which brings in cool air.” It is not only the use of black paint but also materials like lime plaster (chuno) in the interiors that keep the ambient temperature low. Continuing the ‘cool’ quotient to the exteriors, the southern facade is rendered devoid of openings since it is prone to maximum heat.

With astute attention to the architectural massing, it is only natural to wonder what went into creating the interiors and decor. “There is no decor,” Samira points out, “But there are details.” “If you look at the staircase handrail, it resembles a dog or perhaps a deer who is twisting in a rather athletic fashion. The form came to me instinctively when I was sketching,” shares Samira enthusiastically. The home is dotted with art, colours and interesting light fixtures, all with a story to tell. “A lot of the lights are designed by us, some doors were painted by me and the team. The art is sourced locally.” But the story comes to a fulfilling closure with a hypothesis that this project is closest to everything that Samira holds close to her work. “I have not compromised on anything in this house. And the house has been a surprise for everyone,” she concludes, fusing the entity that ties cinema and architecture together—crafting realities from fiction.

The Kordia tree on the eastern courtyard is planted upon a hollow structural column that leads its roots to the ground floor FACING PAGE With furniture from The Big Piano, the master bedroom is furnished in a resplendent Jaipur Rugs carpet and illuminated by natural light

CLOCKWISE FROM LEFT The master bathroom flooring is a mix of Indian marble combined with terrazzo. The counter is crafted in Indian marble; A niche in the master bedroom has a slit window that gushes the southwest wind indoors; Clicked by Samira on a trip to Paris, the black and white photographs on the master bedroom wall are an interesting addition to the space. The bedcover is from MUJI while the cushions are from Tranceforme Designs

FACING PAGE Upholstery from Tranceforme Designs and MUJI furnish the mother’s room with an ottoman by The Big Piano. The bed and side tables have been designed by the atelier and executed by carpenters on site

“You walk into the ground floor which has nothing, just one staircase and as you’re wondering what’s going on, a burst of light greets you. There’s mystery, intrigue and delight”

A GRAND GESTURE IN GREY

A home in Shanti Niketan, New Delhi by Rajiv Saini bears testimony to the love of art, colour and happiness in an abode that is a canvas of grey playing host to vivid hues and many materials

TEXT BY SHRITI DAS PHOTOGRAPHY BY ASHISH SAHI

A yellow sofa from Cassina, blue Beak armchairs from Carl Hansen & Son, alongside a centre table arrangement formed with a cluster of wooden crates by Le Corbusier and a sculpture sourced from a Parisian gallery set upon a vintage Moroccan mat is featured in the kid’s lounge with a double height ceiling. The Moon suspension lamp is by Davide Groppi and the black timber screen spans across two floors. The balcony is lined with a row of Champa trees and planters from Artemis Cast Stone

FROM TOP Double height screen from the kid’s lounge connects the dining room in basalt mosaic tiles. The customised table is flanked by Ombra chairs from Lema Mobili, designed by Piero Lissoni and a light from Apparatus illuminates the space; Sculptural works by Manisha Parekh across a timber clad wall, painting by Atul Dodiya on the adjacent wall and ceiling light from Atelier Areti are featured in the living room. A sofa from Liaigre is paired with vintage Marco Zanuso armchairs sourced from a Parisian gallery and Henge coffee tables with vases from Alexander Lamont. The carpet is from Jaipur Rugs FACING PAGE Leather clad cupboard from BDDW, black and white artwork from Divya Mehta and a ceramic sculpture by Mrinalini Mukherjee ties together the various tones and textures of grey in the dining room

Agrey area often creates reason for reservation and cause for concern.

And for Rajiv Saini’s long standing client and friend of 25 years, grey was perhaps not her calling. “We go back a long way. She is one of my first clients and I can say I began my career with her family in 1995 or 1996,” says Rajiv. “Having worked with her family on umpteen projects over the years, a sense of friendship prevailed between us. She insisted on colour and glamour. And I would show her samples of grey basalt stone,” he laughs. And no prizes for guessing how the home turned out—a grand gesture in grey speckled with colour and art. Located in Shanti Niketan, Delhi, Rajiv was entrusted with crafting the interiors for the magnanimous structure spanning across approximately 16,000 sq ft engineered by Verendra Wakhloo. Being a city home, this residence afforded no views. “The concept was to make a sequence of vistas within the home,” he says, to create little glimpses through rooms, such that every turn and termination offered something to look at, to behold and appreciate.

Built as two independent units, the larger primary unit for the family has the master suite and bedroom suites for the children with a common lounge, family room, a guest room, an office room, living and dining areas alongside a gym and utility areas, and a separate, but connected unit for the grandparents, if they were to ever move in at a later time. Faced with crafting the spatial language and decor for the bare shell, the starting point for Rajiv was the stream of thoughts that emerge before he gets to the drawing board. >>

Achieving that critical balance between everything is imperative. Two extra things may ruin it, a single missing element will not cut it”

Sofa by Living Divani, centre tables by ClassiCon, armchairs from Etel, side lamps by Tato, a stone sculpture by Tallur L N alongside a cluster of wall art furnishes one of the living rooms in the home

FROM TOP The entrance lobby is clad in basalt with an inlay of brass and blue lapis lazuli similar to the brass grid screen screening the staircase. Armchair and the sculptures in the niche are sourced from Merci Paris; The lounge is furnished with the Beam sofa from Cassina and Jan coffee table from Molteni&C Dada. A shelf with ceramics by Lubna Chowdhary and a large Aditya Pande canvas graces the adjacent walls FACING PAGE Noctambule suspended lights from Flos hangs above a custom made wooden table with Cab chairs from Cassina in the second dining room. Sculptures sourced from New York are set atop the BDDW console. Triptych canvas by Sharad Sonkusale and a set of five photographs by Dayanita Singh grace the walls

“I don’t have a picture or an idea of the imagery. I listen a lot, I observe a lot. So when my clients are talking to me, narrating their requirements, I tell them to choose their words wisely because every word will influence me. The conversation leads to a direction. You understand their requirements, needs and key elements important to the project. And you build from there,” says the designer. Dialogue and ideation lead to mapping function and spatiality. And for Rajiv, the materiality gets superimposed subconsciously. “Space, volume and materiality go hand in hand. You cannot stick materials like an ornament,” believes Rajiv. The idea with the Shanti Niketan home is to create a contrast of materials. Having used grey basalt with different dark veneers and brass accents, screens are used in certain areas to divide as well as create visual continuity. But grey emerges as a hero in moments big and small—walls in exposed concrete and basalt, as dyed wallpaper on cupboard shutters, in the art, marble cladding and so on. He prefers bathrooms white, crisp and sharp but made an exception when the homeowner saw a black marble and fell in love with it. But beyond the colours, textures, materials and finishes, there is a whole other narrative—of the art across the home. “Art for a home as big as this is another project in its own right! The process of crafting an abode as magnaminous like this takes two to three years. I tell my clients, if you see a good piece, buy it. They ask me where it will go, and I tell them that in the end, it will all fall in place,” he smiles. >>

The concrete wall of the terrace continues inside the guest bedroom laid with green mosaic stone floor. The bed is from Poliform, vintage armchair is sourced from Paris and the floor lamp is by Isamu Noguchi. Baxter bamboo chairs and concrete tables furnish the terrace FACING PAGE Rod bed by Living Divani is flanked by custom side tables in one of the suites. Slatted wooden screen becomes a part of the bed back panelling. A collection of tribal African headrests sourced from Paris are grouped on the side table. The grey Auckland armchair is from Cassina

“I don’t have a picture or an idea of the final imagery. I listen a lot, I observe a lot”

FROM TOP Clad in Salvatori marble, the skylight floods the guest bathroom with natural light; Overlooking the balcony, the main bedroom features the Lady armchair by Marco Zanuso from Cassina, a side table from Mabeo and a custom made rug. The bedroom storage is treated with a special dyed paper made from tree bark and the dressing room wardrobes are sourced from Lema Mobili FACING PAGE A sliding wooden partition allows for cross views across the main bedroom. Metal work by Ayesha Singh stretches across the bed back wall and emphasises the De Padova bed with custom side tables with an Iqrup + Ritz lamp

And that is what typically happens. This home too, is a melange of the homeowner’s former belongings, some curated by Rajiv and sourced from around the world. The grey offers a sublime backdrop for the pops of colour that transpire throughout the home with an overlay of subtle textures. Rajiv articulates, “Once the site is complete and everything is in place the lights, the furniture, I style the art, sculptures and objects. I take the biggest space in the home and lay it all out there, and for me, that is the most enjoyable part You start making connections Something responds to the architecture, in some works you’ll find a common narrative, or a piece may have been a forgotten memorabilia. Achieving that critical balance between everything is imperative. Two extra things may ruin it, a single missing element will not cut it.”

The designer is not shy from admitting that it is the culmination and conclusion that holds excitement for him. With an unabashed twinkle in his eye, he says, “In the lifecycle of a project, there are stages that make me happy and there are stages that I want to run away from! The start excites me, when it’s all coming together, the thoughts that take shape into things and then the last few months, when everything fits together like a jigsaw puzzle.” And it is this moment, that he calls the most fulfilling, “It is the joy of creation. But joy is still too trivial a term to define what I feel. At the end of the day, we are the designers, not the users. We will not be inhabiting the space. Yet, we build with as much gumption and love, to make something as beautiful and then to pass it on to its rightful owners.” Simply put, as famous poet John Keats wrote, ‘A thing of beauty is a joy forever’, brings felicity to the sentiment that his work holds! w

A COLONIAL PANORAMA

TEXT BY ANKITA RATHOD PHOTOGRAPHY BY JUSTIN SEBASTIAN

An inviting chesterfield sofa by Temple Town in the living room is upholstered in luxurious velvet from Ador by Nilaya, Asian Paints, while the formal Dutch colonial diwan is furnished in a monochromatic ikat furnishing from D’Decor. A bold Carpet Kingdom rug plays host to an eclectic grouping of design classics, including a set of brass coffee tables, a south Indian oonjal (swing), and a table lamp, all by Temple Town under Fanzart fans

The Joy Alukkas Kochi residence by Meera Pyarelal of Temple Town is a novel perspective on finely nuanced design principles, handcrafted artisanal excellence and modern-day comfort

A charcoal-on-silk painting by a local artist named Suneesh SS hangs in the living room, serving as a beautiful backdrop for the Temple Town diwan upholstered in an Ikat fabric from D’Decor, and accessorised with cushions from Good Earth and a wooden treasure chest by Temple Town, as well as candle stands and antiques collected over time FACING PAGE Furniture in the house is created by hand in Temple Town workshops using traditional techniques and locally sourced teak wood

Demystifying a charming slice of India’s colonial past. Illustrating impeccably nuanced design ideologies and aesthetics. Enriched in India’s rich textile grandeur and reminiscent of Kerala’s cultural history. “This home is an endearing gift from a father to his daughter,” describes Meera Pyarelal, Founder and Interior Designer, Temple Town, referring to the 5,000 sq ft home owned by gold baron Joy Alukkas in the picturesque city of Kochi. Boasting of nine thoughtfully designed spaces, from the entrance lobby leading to the foyer, which makes its way into the drawing room, dining area and kitchen, which is equipped with a breakfast station. A long corridor lined by the master bedroom, another winter-blue bedroom and a media room lead to the more private spaces of the apartment that it outlined with slivers of history, exuding a fascinating blend of design classics.

What began as a clairvoyant pandemic move, interestingly, evolved into a full fledged wedding present for the homeowner’s 29-year-old daughter Elsa Joy, who is a well-travelled millennial, born and raised in Dubai. Meera was commissioned to complete the project within 90 days. “There could be no room for error!” she says. However, in response to today’s shifting aesthetic, “It was fascinating to see a millennial journey back in time, value colonial furniture, and retain ancient traditions,” recalls Meera of her interactions with Joy. “Elsa was in love with the concept of merging reclaimed materials with antiques,” she adds. Keeping up with the thought—whether it is an ancient haveli door surrounded by regency chairs upholstered in ivory-gold fabric (reflective of Kerala’s cultural heritage) or the layering though vintage textiles, the living area is accented with colours of royalty. Enumerating to the warmth is a smattering of brass-stools serving as coffee-tables and coveted Louis XVI furniture. A commissioned charcoal-on-silk painting by renowned local artist Suneesh SS commands attention. “Depicting the legacy of the Joy Alukkas Group, the artwork shows a lotus flower rising from the muck and blossoming despite unfavourable conditions, symbolising power and resilience,” Meera explains metaphorically. >>

The media room’s study, though, is her “favourite space,” she says. With its leather-topped colonial desk against modern panelling and antique stamp collection, this room evokes nothing but nostalgia. “The sofa opens out into a bed, so it’s great for a night in with a nice book or catching up on world events on television,” says Meera. Evidently, the house may be steeped in history, but the modcons are in full check with state-of-the-art kitchen fittings, sensor lights and automated curtains. Besides a bedroom wall full of dry flowers, a collection of Eravipuram lace frames and black-and-white prints of the Vatican sourced from Italy, the home also boasts of coveted paintings dating back 100 years adding to the colonial splendour. Reflecting her love affair with heirloom-quality colonial pieces, Meera theoretically articulates, “The production process begins with the selection of materials, consisting of locally-obtained teak wood. Then our skilled carpenters and artisans use time-honoured methods to create one-of-a-kind raw wooden carvings.” And while these pieces may appear archaic and heavy, “In reality they are effortlessly portable, with all the modern hardware and fittings suitable for contemporary living,” mentions the veteran with over two decades of experience.

Synonymous with creating reimagined timeless classics for modern living, Temple Town has employed refined artisanal skills to painstakingly handcraft every piece in the home over months, in advance. “After World War II, the industrial revolution occurred and no more of these pieces were being produced. However, the Arts and Crafts movement paved by William Morris reintroduced botanicals and maximalist interiors,” says Meera, who frequently visits the V&A Museum in London and is inspired by its curation of textiles, jewellery, chinoiseries among furniture and decor collectibles. In a world that glorifies the new, it is a rare joy to walk into a home as profoundly connected with India’s colonial past as Joy Alukkas Kochi residence. Setting the stage for a modern Indian home where colonial meets contemporary, Temple Town has skilfully conveyed the Indian narrative with nuanced influences from the world over, while vibrant accents and contemporary conveniences transform this home into a modern abode. The house also marks a generational shift, symbolising how antique and vintage furniture is becoming an essential part of the circular economy, led by mindful millennials. w

The kitchen is lacquered in a pastel green shade and features a breakfast station with a range of storage, making it ideal for hosting guests. Häfele fixtures and Ellementry accents are used throughout the space FACING PAGE An updated twist on classic decor can be found in the dining room. A fabric-based floral Adam’s Eden wallpaper by Lewis & Wood is a breath of fresh air next to more traditional Louis XVI furniture and candleholders from Anthropologie and Good Earth accessories. The gold banana leaf pendant light by Temple Town depicting an imagery of little children huddling under large banana leaves during torrential Kerala monsoons hangs over a 10-seater dining table, accented by Royal Doulton crystal glasses, Ellementry silverware and Good Earth Rosabagh dinner plates

Featuring a lovely cane bed set against the backdrop of Kalakaari Haath wallpaper on one side and a Kalavai dry flower wall by Chindu on the other, Meera Pyarelal’s favourite wintry-blue bedroom evokes the urge to merge more tropical materials like cane and wood with English tones

“It was fascinating to see the journey back in time that valued colonial furniture and retained ancient traditions”

Decorated with antiques and accessories amassed over the years, the living room’s fivepanelled mirror, cane chair, and wooden console show a traditional take on repurposing colonial furniture. Every furniture in the house is handcrafted in Temple Town workshops with artwork from The Purple Turtles FACING PAGE Mouldings in the master bedroom accompany a Temple Town four-poster bed, table lamps, chair and footstool. Good Earth tropical cushions, a Carpet Barn rug and a Fanzart fan create an ambiance of calm elegance with tropical flourishes

ART COMES HOME

TEXT BY PRATISHTHA RANA PHOTOGRAPHY BY RICKEN

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Framed by antique carved pillars that are sourced by the homeowners, the formal living area on the ground floor is a sight to behold. The Bungalow chairs are from Riva 1920 while the side table with a pop of red and turquoise seaters are crafted by Onedot6

FROM TOP Welcoming natural light, the weekend home embarks on a journey punctuated with art. The walls treated with micro topping are decorated with artefacts sourced locally; Star attraction of the formal living area is the M.F. Husain painting alongside a custom blue sofa with cushions from Good Earth and a coffee table from SCASA, atop a Jaipur Rug carpet. On the left side of the blue sofa is a floor lamp from Thea Light Works and towards the right side are angel artefacts by a local artist and bench from Nakashima Woodworkers

Flamingo pendant lights from Vibia illuminate the bar in brass designed by Aamir Sharma and bar stools by Onedot6. It is set against the backdrop of a wall panelling by Nuance Studio. Behind the bar is a console made for the homeowner by SCASA that hosts locally sourced artworks, a Noctambule floor lamp by Flos available at Thea Light Works and a tap from Jaquar

Sofa and armchair by de Sede, centre tables, blue television console and three wooden side tables from Onedot6, and a carpet from Jaipur Rugs offer a picturesque composition. The yellow bull sculpture by artist Shrikant Kadam rests on the black table from Onedot6

“The client is a friend who knows our sensibilities and love for art. We studied all the art and it was the guiding point, that then shaped the narrative”

“We did the interiors from scratch. Even though the client wanted light tones, we convinced them to use dark concrete”

FROM TOP The indoor dining room with tables and chairs from Lema Mobili extends into a garden accompanied by a dainty white light from Thea Light Works. Coordinates Suspension lights by Flos, sourced from Thea Light Works and an artwork by artist Thota Vaikuntam are conversation starters; The courtyard right outside the dining room features a rocking seat by Magis alongside the centre table, side bench, wooden log bench and rug by Onedot6. FACING PAGE A Poltrona Frau sofa and table from Onedot6 with an antique wooden frame from the homeowners’ private collection add a striking demeanour to the master bedroom. The black custom made console hosts a red deer sculpture by Onedot6, alongside a wall artwork by Sachin Jaltare

The worship area on the first floor displays a detailed artwork composed of multiple deities designed by M Rama Suresh. Atop a rug from Jaipur Rugs is a Kathakali coffee table with a wooden trelis top, a console and chair by Onedot6. FACING PAGE In the master bedroom on the first floor, a teal Paola Lenti bed in linens from Onedot6 poses with a floor lamp by Thea Light Works. Artwork above the bed is by Sachin Jaltare

Art is longing. You never arrive, but you keep going in the hope that you will. Written by the German painter and sculptor Anselm Kiefer, I read and repeat this quote over ten times, before every word absorbs into my intellect. The magic about the word ‘longing’ is wherever you see it, you’ll most likely think of two things — home or your loved ones. Encompassing all three—art, an inviting home and a family, a stately weekend abode in Hyderabad by the uber-cool Aamir and Hameeda Sharma sketches a beautiful liaison between art and (the feeling of) home. Function takes a back seat and the homeowner’s assemblage of Indian artworks becomes a pronounced protagonist here. “Primary homes are more utilitarian. Your movement, spaces, storage takes priority. But here, it is about ambience and dis play. Less practical and more visual treat,” aver Aamir and Hameeda.

The 10,000 sq ft home inside a gated community is sequestered as the second home for the family consisting of a couple and three daughters. Their brief was simple. The space had to be contemporary but in the most Indian way possible. There upon, commenced discussions and unfurling of intentions to create an experience out of a home. “The client is a friend who knows our sensibilities and love for art and that’s how the first project with them started. We studied all the art and it was the guiding point, that then shaped the narrative,” disclose Aamir and Hameeda. The home poses as a paradox, in ways that the outdoors and indoors flow into each other uninterrupted, thanks to the big windows and sliding doors framing up concrete greys inside and bounteous pockets of greens outside.

Sprawling on a specific layout, reconfiguring the space was not an option. What Aamir and Hameeda instead focussed on was elevating the interiors, customising furniture alongside some existing ones and slight architectural changes like cutting open a double-height bar area, altering walls and digging out courtyards to build visually focal points. Elaborating, they say, “We did the interiors from scratch. The client wanted light tones but we convinced them to use dark tones of concrete.”

Vaulting two floors and spaced across four bedrooms, the house opens up with courtyards full of temple trees, leading to a foyer and a narrow passage. It finally reveals two courtyards that gaze at the grand living room, also Hameeda’s choic est area embellished with majestic, old-worldly pillars from Chennai, accompanied with a vivid artwork by M F Husain on the centre wall and a yellow bull by artist Shrikant Kadam. The dining area swathed in grey, brown and black, squarely looks out to a lush outdoor porch, too, completed with outdoor furniture. A glamorous spin to ‘traditional’, the bar, Aamir’s favourite, is customised in brass with a double height wall layered in nuance panelling. On the first floor, an elaborate puja room designed by Chennai-based artist M Rama Suresh keeps the cultural traces running through the house. Repeating visual mentions of local artists is not just it, “Lots of local products are used to retain authenticity and bring a perfect blend between modern and traditional.” This friendly tussle between art, antiques, concrete hues and pops of colour sizzles up a totally different portrayal of a secluded, contemporary, whimsically warm but traditional at heart home.

A HOME FOR MANY MOODS

A montage of eclectic elements define this quiet suburban Mumbai apartment, crafted by Noorein Kapoor like a trendy Pinterest moodboard for the young couple who reside here

TEXT BY ADITI SHAH-BHIMJYANI PHOTOGRAPHY BY PULKIT SEHGAL

It is tough to put your finger on any one distinctive vibe. And that is actually the most remarkable feature of this charming 1,600 sq ft apartment in the quiet neighbourhood of Khar in Mumbai. As you walk through the home, the mood is eclectic. A mixture of textures, styles and colours make this space edgy and casually lived-in at the same time. Noorein Kapoor’s young, newly-wed clients, Karan Mehta and Krutika Patel, flooded her with their Pinterest moodboards, a lot of which became inspiration for this house. “Let’s just address the elephant in the room first,” smiles the interior designer who is also the creative director at her namesake studio Noorein Kapoor Design (NKD), “Social media is a given today. The use of Pinterest and Instagram is common, almost unspoken between designers and clients.” In this case, it eliminated certain stages of the design process and became an interesting gateway for the three of them to edit their story using these concepts as a base and then making it their own.

The apartment opens first into the dining area, not the most ideal location but the only optimal solution when it was planned by Noorein. The open-plan kitchen is right by the dining table, its cool blue island rendered perfect against black shutters, bold striped flooring and grey finishes. Both blend seamlessly into the living room. Much like the striped kitchen floor, the dashing pop striped bar unit or the classical black-and-ivory inlay credenza by the dining table, little audacious corners of the home are conversation points. Everything balances out eventually, with simple hints like a muted charcoal veneer or a stark Scandinavian coffee table. Clean lines dominate the living room furniture in a soothing blue, ivory and tan palette. >>

The trendy tan Excella Experts armchair contrasts with the blue and ivory sofa, both by Pinakin Patel. The earthy Jaipur Rugs jute carpet is layered with a stylish Hatsu rug. The West Elm coffee table is minimal and dressed with candles from Gur Organics x Artisan Lab. Two black-and-white artworks created by NKD Studio complete the space FACING PAGE Forming a stark contrast with the tall fiddle fig plant from Grow With Love and the ivory sofa from Pinakin Patel, the walls of the living room are colour-blocked in dark neutral grey. Expansive windows face the entire length of the terrace, making the home look bigger Styled by Samir Wadekar

CLOCKWISE, FROM TOP Bars stools from IKEA become a breakfast nook with a backdrop of the blue central kitchen island. The open concept kitchen from Elementra Kitchens & More is finished in grey with black shutters and framed sliding glass doors; The in-built bar with an internal area that opens into a retro pop coloured cabinet with bold stripes is created by NKD Studio; Sleek dining chairs from Rocking Chairs in black, white and grey frame the six-seater Pinakin Patel dining table creating a quaint composition. The tall white crockery unit from IKEA and blackand-white credenza from DeeTee Home with Mason Home vases add a hint of quirk FACING PAGE The dining area leads into the kitchen via slim glass sliding doors. The stone jug on the island kitchen is from Sarita Handa and the bubble chandelier is from Aerglo. In-built appliances keep the aesthetic clean and minimal

The most important direction was of course versatility in design—with sliding doors that connect and open up various spaces of the home and manage to convert the cleverly designed multifunctional guest bedroom into a den, library, study or an extension of the living room. Afterall, smartly designed and neatly lit work-from-home space is pretty much the keyword in interior decor since the COVID-19 pandemic hit in 2020. It is also clear in the quirky touches and bold splashes of smooth millennial blue, pink, teal and oak that bring out the base tones of black and grey throughout. The large windows, the use of plants, hints of green and even the out-ofthe-blue tropical wallpaper in the den, pay a soft tribute to the trending tropitecture influence in design. The space is colour-blocked yet balanced, off-set with the very hip use of concrete finishes. The layering too is on trend—almost like a thoughtful anarchy of disparate design elements, like a distinctly Scandinavian coffee table, layered carpets, oakwood floor set in herringbone and a mad pop coloured bar. >>

An eclectic addition to the guest bedroom is the black and white tropical wallpaper from Kalakaari Haath. The bed was customised in the NKD Studio workshop and is dressed with bed pillows and linens from Sarita Handa and Gur Organics x Artisan Lab, accompanied with a black floor lamp from The White Teak Company FACING PAGE A sliding centre panel wall made of ply and veneer from Material Connection divides the living and guest room with solid light oak tone study table from Freedom Tree, orange upholstered chairs from Hatsu, green pendant light from Aerglo and a carpet from Altrove. The charming green library unit was designed in-house by NKD Studio

CLOCKWISE, FROM TOP The fluid Etcetera armchair from Excella Experts is the talking point of the master bedroom which boasts of a gold floor lamp from The White Teak Company and bedside table from Freedom Tree; The storage unit inside the master bathroom opens out in various ways, with handles from Mantara. Crafted with black-and-white terrazzo floor and side walls in terracotta coloured fluted tiles, the bathroom has a black washbasin from Decoreta Plus; The gold finished black flute panel dressing unit is a set of two, designed in the NKD Studio workshop. A black and white terrazzo piece forms the mirror platform. The chair is from Rocking Chair, white vase from Mason Home and the chandelier seen in the mirror is from Hatsu FACING PAGE In the master bedroom, the twopiece headboard is from Pinakin Patel and bed linen is from No-Mad

“This was the first place that we were to call our home,” smiles Krutika, 32, co-founder of start-up Style Podium. Her husband Karan, 31, who runs his own biomedical start-up Life Bound, was also extremely involved in the decision-making process—a true team of differing tastes that came in sync quite effortlessly. The highlight of this apartment is its absolute sense of fluidity, made possible by a subtle jigsaw of four different types of sliding door systems that connect the various parts, thus freeing up space and movement for the residents. And there is a certain geometry and functionality of decor that defines this fluidity—the undisputedly favourite aspect of the home for Noorein and the couple.

“Our home needed to be a reflection of smaller details brought together beautifully to make a space that resonates with us,” says Krutika. It is the medley of elements here that is truly engaging. Like the guest bedroom’s bold tropical print wallpaper, which is elegantly finished in black and white— thus, becoming both dramatic and understated. With this are the green touches in the bathroom with Art Deco style subway tiles, the emerald of the library unit and the pops of blue or orange that all come together to conspire with the two distinctly neutral tones—the many shades of grey and the gentle touches of nude and cream. w

“Our home needed to be a reflection of smaller details brought together beautifully to make a space that resonates with us”

FOCUS ON DINING AND ENTERTAINING

IN OUR NEXT ISSUE Host a revelry with dining and entertainment options that enchant with an edge. Take your pick from our list of favourites for the season of joy, festivities and merrymaking. From table settings to table wares and from fabulous dining ideas to bars that do more than serve cocktails, let’s clink our glasses and raise a toast to the good times!

Photograph by S Thiru, Styled by Sonia Dutt

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YASHIKA

JUHI AGARWAL

HOT TREND IN AUGUST COMPANY

ALIDAD

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A WINDOW SEAT

Lightness prevails as you cut through the noise and witness a play of hide and seek with sheer fabrics. This tranquil translucence is for those who enjoy the calm

PAUL MATHIEU

A solemn haveli in Udaipur designed by Paul Mathieu nudges us to explore the fluidity and elegance of sheer textiles and fabrics. Stone arches and wooden doors in the hallway punctuated with sheers become our catalyst for creating a nook that offers nothing but solace. Photograph by Jignesh Jhaveri Website: paulmathieu.net

FROM LEFT POLYESTER COTTON “ORGANIC” fabric from D’Decor, `1,751 POLYESTER VISCOSE LINEN BLEND “GRANBY BUFF” from RR Decor, `5,324 “DRAGONFLY” NET LINEN SHEER CURTAIN from Good Earth, 40" X 90" ` 7,200 per piece POLYESTER BASE AND COTTON EMBROIDERED “AGNES/108” part of Theodore collection from Beyond Dreams, `3,495 “ROYAL WHITE” TEA POT from Cottons & Satins, `5,250 per piece Photograph by Ankush Maria

VINITA CHAITANYA

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TOILE INDIENNE

Seaters by Toile Indienne make a strong case for fabrics that are audacious and outgoing. Upholstered in cotton fabrics devised as a tribute to Padma Bhushan Dr. B V Doshi, the EDIDA winning collection consisting of Tagore Hall –Sunny Turquoise, Dancing Concrete – Royal Blue and Art of Architecture – Steel Blue set the stage for those with a penchant for modern art with a dash of edge. Styled by Sonia Dutt.

by Tanuj Ahuja

HOT TREND IN TRANSIT

From Jaipur to Johannesburg— never let the wanderlust inside you subdue even for a second with yarns depicting exotic locations and landscapes from the globe

PIERRE FREY

Imagery straight from the dreamy landscape of Russia consisting of dachas, churches and palaces, golden domes, are mixed together against an eternally azure sky. How is this for not moving an inch and travelling the world? As illustrated by the Tamara linen fabric designed by Laurence Mosneron Dupin for Pierre Frey, imagination has no boundaries. Photograph courtesy Pierre Frey Website: www.pierrefrey.com

FROM LEFT “TRUTH OR BARE” HAND EMBROIDERED LINEN AND COTTON FABRIC from Dialogues by Nirmals, `15,000 PINK “TEMPLE TOWN” UPHOLSTERY HERRINGBONE FABRIC from Freedom Tree, `1,440 “MOUNTAIN ZIG ZAG” LINEN AND COTTON FABRIC from Safomasi, `2,850 MARBLE GREY “BRINDAVAN” PI FABRIC from Kanchi Designs by Shobhna & Kunal Mehta, `9,400 “LE MOTIF” GOLD PITCHER from Dialogues by Nirmals, `45,000 per piece Photograph by Ankush Maria All prices per meter unless specified otherwise

BUZZ FOCUS

Fabulous fabrics and where to find them—Make a calculated decorative move with an array of textures, prints and patterns

CLOCKWISE FROM TOP “MYSTIC SOUL” CURATED COLLECTION by Aadyam Handwoven “ROUEN VELVETS” VELVET FABRIC from Morris

at Surprise Home Linen “PURITY” COLLECTION by The Pure Concept for Nilaya furnished by Asian Paints, all prices on request

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ADDRESS HOME N 3, GK Part I, N Block, Main Market, New Delhi 110048

Tel: (011) 41719292

ALSORG GS 125-27, Mehrauli-Gurgaon Road, A Block, DLF Telase 1, Sector 28, Gurugram, Haryana 122002

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AMBER STITCH Aryaman Bungalows, near Shilaj crossing, Thaltej road, D-40, Ahmedabad, Gujarat 380059

Tel: +91 982404745

ANANTAYA DECOR anantayadecor.in

APARTMENT9 N9, N Block Market, Greater Kailash I, New Delhi 110048

ARJUN RATHI DESIGN Krishna Chambers,104, Vitthaldas Thackersey Marg, New Marine Lines, Marine Lines, Mumbai, Maharashtra 400020

Tel: (022) 22624620

ASHLEY FURNITURE HOMESTORE ashleyfurniture.in

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Tel: +91 (022) 2352 1071, (022) 2353 6125, +91 99 6779 7006

BARO DESIGN www.baro.design

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BEYOND DREAMS SCO-305, Sector 29, Gurugram, Haryana 122001

BHARAT FLOORINGS AND TILES 32, Ground Floor, Mumbai Samachar Marg, Next to Stock Exchange, Fort, Mumbai 400023 Tel: (022) 40574400

BLUM INDIA PVT. LTD. Times Square building, Ground & 1st floor, Western Express Highway, Mumbai Tel: (022) 69330000

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COTTONS & SATINS 51-52, Meharchand Market, Lodi Colony, New Delhi 110003 Tel: +91 7065007905

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KANCHI BY SHOBHNA & KUNAL MEHTA Krishna Press Compound, #16/17, Ground Floor, Wing 1/B, Krypton Twin Towers, Jakharia Bunder Road, Sewri (W), Mumbai, Maharashtra 400025 Tel: (022) 24101628

KERAMOS TILE & STONE F-580, Sri Aurobindo Marg, near Shantivijay Jewellers, Chatri Wala Kuan, Lado Sarai, New Delhi 110030 Tel: (011) 4166 5102

KHANOOM Golcha gardens, Agra road, Jaipur, Rajasthan 302003 Tel: (0141) 2641498

KIRTI CREATIONS M Block, M 26 Greater Kailash, New Delhi 110003 Tel: +91 9810176990

KR STATIONERS E-40 Main Market, Block E, Hauz Khas, New Delhi 110016 Tel: (011) 41024109

LACQUER EMBASSY 5 ground floor, Back Ln, Hauz Khas Village, Deer Park, Hauz Khas, New Delhi 110016 Tel: (011) 26564777

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OCHRE AT HOME 83, JBS Haldane Ave, East Topsia, Gobra, Kolkata, West Bengal 700046 Tel: +91 9830939995

ONSET HOMES JJR Spin Textiles LLP., 59 Elliot RoadMukhtar Tower, 4th floor, Kolkata 700016 Tel: +91 8017523250

ORANGE TREE 56, Agrasen Circle Road No. 12 Near Telangana Rashtra Samithi, Banjara Hills Hyderabad, Telangana 500034 Tel: +91 7416713838

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PEOPLE OF TOMORROW Shed no. 33, The Dhan Mill, 100 Feet Rd, Chhatarpur, New Delhi 110074

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SAGE KONCPT N block, Ns-1, Market, Greater Kailash I, Delhi 110048 Tel: (011) 26816839

SANJYT SYNGH DESIGN STUDIO Khasra No 289, Ground Floor, Mehrauli-Gurgaon Rd, Sultanpur, New Delhi 110030 Tel: +91 9999975099

SEASONS FURNISHINGS Shop No. 4, Pillar No.88, Seasons Flagship Store, MehrauliGurgaon Rd, Gadaipur, Sultanpur, New Delhi 110030 Tel: +91 9810863157

SOL STUDIO 28, Ground Floor, Shivalik Enclave, NAC Manimajra, Chandigarh 160101

SOURCES UNLIMITED 356, 357, MehrauliGurgaon Road, Sultanpur, New Delhi 110030 Tel: +91 8510098000

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SYSKA Shivam Electricals Shop, No: G-4, 3, Hauz Khas Market, New Delhi 110016

TESSERA INDIA 356-35, Mehrauli-Gurgaon Rd, Gadaipur, Sultanpur, New Delhi 110030 Tel: +91 9557889835

THE AMBIENTE Pillar No 11, B, 372-73, Mehrauli-Gurgaon Rd, Sultanpur, New Delhi 110030

THE BETTER BATTER BAKERY Ground Floor Pioneer Square, Golf Course Ext Road, Sector 62, Gurugram, Haryana 122098 Tel: +91 8810547233

THE BOMBAY LETTERING COMPANY www.bombaylettering.com

THE PURE CONCEPT HOME Unit No. AG-03, Ground Floor, Ador House, K Dubash Marg, Opp. Lion Gate, Mumbai, Maharashtra 400001 Tel: +91 7208878394

TUILERIES PATISSERIE 67 street house number 5339, Reghar Pura, Karol Bagh, New Delhi 110005 Tel: +91 9999837015

VAYA HOME vayahome.com

VHC ART GALLERY Marvel Alaina, Lane 8, Koregaon Park, Pune, Maharashtra 411001 Tel: +91 8530860888

VILLA D’ ESTE B-83, Bhishma Pitamah Marg, Block B, Defence Colony, New Delhi 110024 Tel: (011) 4654 5141

VIYA HOME www.viyahome.com

WEST ELM INDIA

MUMBAI Jio World Drive, MAKER MAXITY, Ground Floor, Bandra Kurla Complex Rd, Bandra Kurla Complex, Bandra East, Mumbai, Maharashtra 400051

GURUGRAM Ambience Mall, Sector 24, Gurugram, Haryana 122010

WHITE DOMUS www.whitedomus.com

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INSTA PICK

GOD IS IN THE DETAILS, LITERALLY

Whether you kneel, fold hands or bow, or follow them all, this sculpture crafted by Lladró artists is every designer’s prayer come true in handmade porcelain underlined by immense reverence

@lladro The serene Lord Balaji with spectacular ornamental wealth stands as a combination of divinity and mastery of material and art. Dressed in ochre and golden lustre with glazed and matte finishes, Lladró’s attention to detail and colour is indeed godly.

Photograph courtesy Lladró

SHOWER ENCLOSURE FITTINGS

This Diwali, ‘Colors by Ozone’ will add a touch of class to your decor. To highlight the beauty of your spaces, use the best fixtures in hues that match your personal style.