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    A bit of London, a whole lot of Bengaluru in this home designed by Weespaces

    JAN 21, 2025 | By Disha Kalyankar
    The living room is beautifully layered, the space boasts double-height moulded walls, custom Chester’s India sofas, and a brass coffee table by Mahendra Doshi. A Hive Home chandelier, Jainsons Emporio sconces and accents from Jaipur Rugs and The Mask Studio add a touch of elegance, while a bespoke bar cabinet completes the space; Photography by Kuber Shah and Ekansh Goel
    The living space feels grounded with rich walnut flooring contrasting taupe walls. The space features double-height moulded walls, custom Chester’s India sofas, and a brass and glass coffee table by Mahendra Doshi. A Hive Home chandelier, Jainsons Emporio sconces, a Jaipur Rugs piece, and tribal wall masks from The Mask Studio add character, while a custom-made bar cabinet completes the space; Photography by Kuber Shah and Ekansh Goel
    The dining room exudes a quiet charm, the space features a custom veneer-clad 8-seater table and cane-back chairs, under the soft glow of linen and brass pendant lights from The Purple Turtles. In the background are painted wood and glass cabinets stand, a sisal rug from Nyett anchors the space in earthy elegance; Photography by Kuber Shah and Ekansh Goel
    The TV room, with its large metal and glass window overlooking the double-height living room, is a cosy space for movie nights. A custom-made blue sofa, accompanied by a gold-toned wire chair, sits alongside a Casa Gold coffee table and a Jaipur Rugs piece. The wall texture by All Weather adds a natural touch; Photography by Kuber Shah and Ekansh Goel

    Like postcards neatly placed in a tin box, this 4,000 sq ft apartment in Bengaluru designed by Weespaces holds the memories of the homeowners’ travels – from the cobbled lanes of London to the sun-dappled streets of Madras, finally anchored in Bengaluru. 

    Creamy whites, soft taupes and greys along with olives and black accents, paint a picture that melds the warmth of a traditional Chettinad home with the grandeur of an English mansion. “One of our favourite elements that stand out in the home is how it was imagined in a classic English inspired persona but with a calm minimal grace that serves as a canvas for a wide range of art, antiques and collectibles that truly tell the story of this home,” awes Vinithra Amarnathan of Weespaces. 

    The living room features Chester’s India sofas, a brass coffee table by Mahendra Doshi, and a custom bar cabinet. Also seen is a Hive Home chandelier, Jainsons Emporio sconces, a Jaipur Rugs piece and wall masks from The Mask Studio; Photography by Kuber Shah and Ekansh Goel

     

    Photography by Kuber Shah and Ekansh Goel

     

    The living space feels grounded with rich walnut flooring contrasting taupe walls, masks from The Mask Studio add character, while a custom-made bar cabinet completes the space; Photography by Kuber Shah and Ekansh Goel

    Where art meets everyday life

    “They were keen on creating a home for their family of four and a pet that could reflect an elevated, coming of age feel that combines all their past experiences and present interests and personalities,” shares Vinithra.

    The apartment opens into a grand foyer, here Victorian inspired patterned tile floors coupled with the wainscoting that lines the walls and a staircase make you feel as though you’ve stepped into an old railway bungalow. By the console rest two Thota Vaikuntam sketches add a touch of vernacular vibrance and charm to the foyer. A framed wall leads you into the living and dining area, each space meant for quiet comfort. In the formal living room, four upholstered club chairs form a snug conversational circle, for family gatherings, around a leather-tufted ottoman that doubles as a coffee table – perfect for sitting back with a cup of filter kapi. Behind the scene is an oversized textile art frame that anchors the room.

    The mustard-upholstered chaise brings a dash of colour; Photography by Kuber Shah and Ekansh Goel

     

    The lounge features four deep-seated armchairs arranged around a metal and leather ottoman that doubles as a coffee table. Wall art, previously owned by the family, adds character. A Jaipur Rugs piece ties the space together; Photography by Kuber Shah and Ekansh Goel

    The living space feels grounded because of its rich warm walnut wood flooring that beautifully contrasts the taupe walls. There is quite an ease to the dining area that lies towards the left, with touches of teak wood, cane and sisal the space has a natural warmth to it.

    The dining room features a custom veneer-clad 8-seater dining table with cane-back chairs, set beneath a coffered false ceiling. The brass pendant lights are by The Purple Turtles; Photography by Kuber Shah and Ekansh Goel

     

    A custom veneer-clad dining table with cane-back chairs sits beneath a coffered ceiling, with a sisal rug from Nyett, custom linen and brass pendant lights from The Purple Turtles; Photography by Kuber Shah and Ekansh Goel

     

    The kitchen offers comfort with its sage green hues. The soft cabinetry wraps the room while the central island is flanked by Windsor bar chairs; Photography by Kuber Shah and Ekansh Goel

    Tucked ahead of the dining area, the kitchen in its sage green guessing evolves the earthiness of fresh herbs. The soft shade of the cabinetry wraps the room in a soothing embrace, while the central island, flanked by Windsor bar chairs, beckons for moments of leisurely tea sips.

    By the console at the foyer rest two Thota Vaikuntam sketches add a touch of traditional vibrance; Photography by Kuber Shah and Ekansh Goel

     

    In the grand foyer, Victorian inspired patterned tile floors is coupled with wainscoting on walls and a staircase; Photography by Kuber Shah and Ekansh Goel

    Personalised spaces, tucked upstairs

    The teak wood stairs, framed by wainscoted walls and a sleek black metal railing guide you to the intimate quarters of the home. The family’s central lounge where a large sectional sofa adds a pop of blue creates a space for the family and their four legged friend to gather together for movie nights, nearby in the sofa is a gold-toned wire chair that glimmers in soft light.

    On either side of the lounge are the sons’ bedrooms reflecting their unique personalities: the younger’s room is a pared-back space with soft grey hues and a simple upholstered bed, the older’s equally striking as the former was laid-back leather-strapped bed and warm wood accents.  Across the way, the master bedroom opens to a charming balcony decked in soft green floral tiles — almost as if the outdoors had been invited inside. 

    Photography by Kuber Shah and Ekansh Goel

     

    The TV room, with a large metal and glass window overlooking the double-height living room, features a custom-made sofa, a Casa Gold coffee table, and a Jaipur Rugs piece. The wall texture by All Weather adds a natural touch to the space; Photography by Kuber Shah and Ekansh Goel

    Of routes and roots

    The past and present meet with delicate grace in this home. Rooted in the warmth of Madras, touched with the elegance of London and now fully grounded in Bengaluru, it tells the story of the family’s past while adapting to their present lives. The English influence is undeniable, with Victorian-inspired tile floors setting the stage in the foyer, while wainscoting and floor-to-ceiling moulding, hallmarks of classic English design, offer a timeless elegance. The heart of the home echoes traditionality — Thota Vaikuntam sketches on the walls, a handmade carved wood bar cabinet and a teak wood dining table with cane-back chairs.

     

    The bedroom features a natural palette of soft whites, creamy beige and warm wooden browns; Photography by Kuber Shah and Ekansh Goel

     

    The master bedroom features a custom-made cane and dark wood four-poster bed, with a cane storage bench by Bamboopecker for extra seating and storage. Art by Dhrubajyoti Baral completes the space; Photography by Kuber Shah and Ekansh Goel

     

    The bathroom features Victorian inspired flooring and a palette of grounding grays, warm browns and sophisticated beige; Photography by Kuber Shah and Ekansh Goel

     

    The powder room emanates an elegant charm, with brass accents, polished marble flooring, and a refined mix of beige and black tones. The space features grasscloth wallpaper on the walls and ceiling, complementing the marble flooring and vanity backsplash. A West Elm mirror, Hatsu wall sconces, and a vanity with PU-painted fluted MDF panels; Photography by Kuber Shah and Ekansh Goel

    Home to an artistic family of four and their four legged companion, it has the enduring quality one often finds in Indian homes, layered not cluttered with ample open spaces that don’t feel empty, a classic, clean yet striking space.

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