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    Old, new and plenty views: Houseof9Design visualises a Bengaluru home drenched in light

    JUN 19, 2023 | By Rajlakshmi Dastidar
    With abundant natural light flowing in from the deck at the heart of the living room, Someplace In Time by Jaipur Rugs and artwork by Sachin Sagare from Artisera set the tone. The coffee table is an upcycled piece of marble from the house itself. The floor lamp is by Black Steel; Photography by Nayan Soni
    The island chandelier is from the Kaleido Store, and the island chairs are from Pottery Barn. Studio Made designed the handles and knobs, while Ceramique has laid the flooring down. The wicker baskets on the island and an apron sink by the utility window exude a neo-vintage atmosphere. The watercolour prints are from Etsy; Photography by Nayan Soni

    On the 6th floor, overlooking the Hebbal and Nagavara lakes, House of 9 Design plays with traditional and contemporary principles to bring life into this family home in Bengaluru, titled The Deck Home. 

    “A modern vocabulary rules the roost at The Deck Home, interwoven with nuances of rooted design in intentional vignettes. An open-ended brief comes with its fair share of responsibility. While we were delighted with the free reign we held, we strived to achieve a fine balance between the old and new that would best personify the aspirations of our clients,” says Nain Belliappa, Founder and Creative Director of House of 9 Design.

    With abundant natural light flowing in from the deck at the heart of the living room, Someplace In Time by Jaipur Rugs and artwork by Sachin Sagare from Artisera set the tone. The coffee table is an upcycled piece of marble from the house itself. The floor lamp is by Black Steel; Photography by Nayan Soni

    In fleeting glimpses

    With the home’s blank canvas eagerly awaiting a transformation, the furniture framing and soft furnishings break away from gingham and monotones in such a manner that there is enough natural light entering the house. 

    “The material palette and colour scheme for the home is bold and subdued and laid-back at the same time, timeless in a way. Awash in dollops of sunlight and warm hues, the space fulfils the brief of posing as a cosy oasis for the family,” says Nain.

    The puja nook has been built with CNC-milled jaali doors in white PU and fluted glass-filled jambs. Adjacent to it, the built-in storage unit elegantly rests on a sleek black marble slab; Photography by Nayan Soni

     

    The botanical art at the entry foyer has been sourced from Design by Metamorphosis, and the wallpaper is from Kosh Furnishing Studio. Brass lights on both sides of the wall have been custom-made by The Purple Turtle; Photography by Nayan Soni

    Embracing the metamorphosis

    Upon arriving, the foyer greets you in a shade of warm hues. A wood and cane console sits against the wall, enveloped in grasscloth wallpaper. The lower half of the same wall has a teak beading too.

    Meandering into the living room, a Friday calm settles in. Two 7.5 ft long sofas sit atop a Jaipur Rug, accompanied by armchairs inspired by the mid-centuries. Playing the show stopper here is a painting by Sachin Sagare bursting in shades of vermillion and deep reds, setting the colour scheme for the space. 

    The dining chandeliers are sourced from Sunshine Boulevard, and the wall lights are from White Teak Company. The dining table is a custom-made rough-cut veneer with beetle-style chairs upholstered in grey and brass. The apricot-hue wallpaper extending into the vertical cabinets of the hutch unit is by Kosh Furnishing Studio. Studio Made has designed the cabinet structure in oak veneer and black metal; Photography by Nayan Soni

    Through the glass doors, the attractive crux of the house comes into view. Almost 40 feet long, the deck turns into a seating lounge that extends into a bar unit with a marble counter to hold the liquor bottles and smaller ones for all the little bar paraphernalia.

    On the other side of the breathtaking deck lies the pièce de résistance — a stunning blue kitchen island adorned with a mesmerising waterfall marble surface, meticulously crafted by Ceramique. This island is not just a piece of furniture; it’s an ode to the art of baking and the joy of hosting delightful soirees. At the same time, the blue contrasts beautifully with the grey cabinetry by the bi-folding utility window, revealing a fancy coffee station. 

    Kitchen area; Photography by Nayan Soni

     

    The island chandelier is from the Kaleido Store, and the island chairs are from Pottery Barn. Studio Made designed the handles and knobs. The wall lights are from White Teak Company, while Ceramique has laid the flooring down. The wicker baskets on the island and an apron sink by the utility window exude a neo-vintage atmosphere. The watercolour prints are from Etsy; Photography by Nayan Soni

    Next, the floral mesh running along the linen headboard on entering the primary bedroom and a black poster bed is a marriage made in heaven. A nook gazes into the master balcony, with furniture letting the family admire the city. The study extends into the walk-in section with wardrobes having an incredible floral printed cloth embedded in the glass. The primary bathroom has a swoon-worthy hex marble as a dado. A built-in marble bench and a dresser in brass elevate the overall mein. 

    Kosh Furnishing Studio has designed the floral wallpaper in the primary bedroom. The bedding is sourced from Cottons and Satins, while the throw is from Fabindia. The lights are by Olie Living Lighting. The vase is from Oma Living, and wall lights have been sourced from Lap and Dado. The chair in the study nook is by West Elm, while hardware is from Studio Made; Photography by Nayan Soni

    Moving into the child’s bedroom is an absolute winner! The rock-climbing wall by Equilibrium Climbing Station, a colourful ladder and a monkey bar becomes the perfect spot to study, sleep and play. Running the daybed across the width rather than the length, an automobile carpet at the heart of the room harbours a craft table for a sense of fun. The combination of aqua and white in hexagonal terrazzo tiles and golden inlay is the highlight of the bathroom.

    From curiosity to creation

    White-coloured walls in the family room are soaked in abundant natural light, while intricate rope work catches your eye along the wall’s lower half. A denim sectional sofa and leather armchairs keep you seated. As a continuous flow, the puja nook opens into CNC – milled jali doors in white PU and fluted glass-infilled jambs. The built-in storage segment rests upon a black marble slab.

    Jungle-inspired art prints are sourced from Tilla Arts. The bedding is by Aplito, and the lights are from Black Steel. The rug is from Jaipur Rugs. The bed and the side table are custom-made in wicker and wood. A teakwood study cum nook houses a cantilevered work desk and a full-length mirror; Photography by Nayan Soni

    Moving into the guest bedroom, a custom rattan bed has been placed against a jungle-inspired print blended in layers with the dark wall. A teakwood vanity and a study with a cantilevered desk maximise the use of small spaces. The wardrobes are of Robusta veneer, while the brass knobs are infilled with jute fabrics. A patterned floor, black mirror vanity and wall lights keep the guest bathroom a minimalistic haven. 

    Fascinating trials

    Wanting to keep many of its architectural details intact and give in to how the space breathed colourful new life, the idea was to use textures, patterns, fabrics and fittings to give a vintage look with a modern feel.

    The deck spans over 40 feet long, bisected into a seating lounge and a bar unit overlooking the lush greenery and the city. It has a waterfall marble counter for the bar unit. Terracotta and ceramic planters that encompass the space are from Hybiscus; Photography by Nayan Soni

    “Navigating in a more edgy and evocative direction, we conceived a modern, functional, and somehow timeless space. Clean-lined geometry meets a layered palette of materials, creating one of our most celebrated spaces within The Deck Home,” reflects Nain.

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