Made to be intentional

This Mumbai home by Biswas Consultants unravels new ideas and a creative balance

08 Sep 2025

With homes becoming both a retreat and a reflection of identity, young homeowners today often seek to balance practicality and personalised comfort. A similar sentiment runs through the interiors of Somerset House in Mumbai crafted by Biswas Consultants. The flow evokes a noticeable sense of spatial utility with functional aesthetics, guided by design rooted in intention and unbridled creative freedom. “We always start by listening closely to how our clients live — and how they want to live. In this case, the inspiration came directly from their evolving lifestyle. Every piece had to feel essential and be a reflection of their personality, from every texture to tone,” reveals Aurnab Biswas, principal designer, about the 2,000 sq ft home that feels stylish yet considered, uncluttered yet full of life.

TOGETHER AND APART

The idea of colours throughout the home is rather intentional, too. Wrapped in calming neutrals, punctuated by soft beiges, off-whites, warm greys, and a rich mix of natural materials, Somerset House emerges as a welcoming space that honours moments of solitude and togetherness in equal measure. With three bedrooms, ensuite bathrooms, a powder room, living and dining areas, a kitchen, and staff quarters, there’s ample room here to cherish time — together and apart.

“We wanted to move beyond typical gendered choices and chose a muted greyish mauve for the bunk bed. It was an unexpected twist, but it turned out beautifully"

Aurnab Biswas, Biswas Consultants

BREAKING CONVENTIONAL CODES

Designing a home for a young family of four — two growing boys and parents who run a lifestyle brand — meant incorporating thoughtful interventions that foster privacy without compromising on togetherness when the family gathers after a long day. With spatial utility as the guiding principle, two bedrooms were merged to create an expansive suite attached to the main bedroom, complete with his-and-hers bathrooms. “A touch of luxury and practicality. Let’s just say it contributes to a happy marriage!” quips Aurnab.

The same philosophy shapes the boys’ bedroom, where two rooms were combined and divided with a movable partition. A shared play area reflects a balance between individuality and bonding. “The space is designed so that its use can evolve as the boys grow older,” he explains.

Think Different

Assembling furniture that ensures a visual as well as an ergonomic satisfaction is yet another significant part of making — or completing — the shell of a home. “I was traveling when we were selecting furniture for it, which meant I had the absolute joy of sofa-testing across London; sitting, judging comfort levels and checking that high-end design could really deliver on its promise,” he recalls.

Of the various elements that make the home a visual lesson in designing modern homes with a purpose to evolve, the bunk bed was the most challenging and fun part of the project, starting with its colour palette that wasn’t blue, the designer reveals. “We wanted to move beyond typical gendered choices and chose a muted greyish mauve for the bunk bed. It was an unexpected twist, but it turned out beautifully — and more importantly, the kids love it.” After a few trials and errors, the bed shaped up with fibreglass concave windows.

What also captures the spirit and the ways of living of the family is the living area that connects to the balcony. Built on a philosophy that celebrates calm and urban living, this home in Mumbai thrives on balance, warmth, and careful detailing.