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    Splendour, stone and light – Milind Bargal sculpts a sequence of all three in this Indore home

    JUN 27, 2023 | By Aanya Jain
    Levelling up exuberance with grey walls and monochromatic plates, the formal living room houses customised faux leather sofas in neutral beige, custom made coffee tables and indigo blue lounge chairs from Woodenstreet. The cherry wood flooring and teal tiles on the accent wall visually balances the living room. The lights are from iGuzzini, wall plates from Jaypore and coffee table decor from House of Things; Photography by Dhawal Bumb
    The son’s bedroom features charcoal grey fluted matt PU finished wooden panels that contrast with white ledges; Photography Dhawal Bumb
    Staying true to the occupant’s energy, the son’s bedroom has a custom made bed and an ottoman, lounge chairs from Dante Modern and a coffee table from Godrej Interio; Photography by Dhawal Bumb
    The primary bedroom has a lounge area that also poses as a reading nook with a wooden coffee table atop a grey colour patterned rug; Photography by Dhawal Bumb
    A space to unwind and chit chat, the family room displays varied shades of grey with a splash of white. It is decked with a custom made swing, a plush couch, a PU finished L-shaped console, grey sheer curtains, custom made coffee table and locally sourced tan brown chairs; Photography by Dhawal Bumb
    The dramatic grey marbled staircase with complementary walls cladded with natural slate stone is just a trailer to what unfolds within the four walls. Custom made light fixtures are added to highlight the design; Photography by Dhawal Bumb

    Showcasing a blend of light, textures and love for a contemporary aesthetic, Milind Bargal, Principal Designer and founder of Milind Bargal Interior Designers, has bathed this Indore home with exuberance at every turn. Home to a couple and their son, the 5,000 sq ft residence spanning three floors is located in a lush gated community. Materiality and opulence have defined Milind’s forte across all his projects, and this is no exception. 

    Milind Bargal
    Levelling up exuberance with grey walls and monochromatic plates, the formal living room houses customised faux leather sofas in neutral beige, custom made coffee tables and indigo blue lounge chairs from Woodenstreet. The cherry wood flooring and teal tiles on the accent wall visually balances the living room. The lights are from iGuzzini, wall plates from Jaypore and coffee table decor from House of Things; Photography by Dhawal Bumb

    By the book

    The homeowners had a very clear vision further pronounced by a well put together mood board. With an abundance of ideas, Milind was able to use his expertise to bring out a confluence between their likes, and his aesthetic sensibilities. What conspired was a trendy, contemporary and earthy space with hints of Moroccan influences. A soothing space but with a flair of flamboyance, the residence is layered in subtle dramatism. One sees a unique blend of stone, glass, mood and colour. Characterised by detail, chaptered by the rooms, this home is like a book that you want to keep reading. Each wall is a new page that showcases light and detail.

    Milind Bargal
    The warm rays of the sun filter in through the window spotlights the locally sourced indigo blue chair in the living room; Photography by Dhawal Bumb

    A layered canvas

    It’s the little details that are ever so important. Depicting the Moroccan influence with subtlety, elements such as arched niches, tiles, colours, and materials come together and form a whole ambiance.

    Milind Bargal
    Decked with locally sourced chairs and a custom made dining table, the dining room overlooks the lush greenery through a cosy bay window perfect for a me time. The linear partition in teak divides as well as visually unites the pooja room from the space; Photography by Dhawal Bumb

    Creating drama right at the entrance that would seep into the rest of the home was something Milind wanted to achieve, and achieve it he did with such ease. By picking up an earthy palette supplemented by glass, teakwood and grained marble, the designers sparked curiosity upon the first step. The entrance foyer is characterised by a play in scale and typology of stones. Beginning at the floor, climbing up as cladding on the wall and ever so slightly ending as dry landscaping under the stairs. In the living room, corner windows allow bright sunshine to fill the space and highlight the plethora of textures present. The teal tiled accent wall adds depth to the room, making it look like a piece of art. The slate stone cladding of the staircase wall follows a linear pattern accentuated by custom lights that add the Indian touch of a diya like effect. Despite being a dark grey, owing to Milind’s expertise, the stairwell doesn’t feel overbearing, rather it feels like a zen space. 

    Milind Bargal
    A ledge finished with Versace brown marble and locally sourced artefacts make up this meticulously designed reading nook in the son’s bedroom; Photography by Dhawal Bumb

    A sheer indulgence of materials sees a play in wood and mirrored panels on the ceiling. “We played in the same language throughout the house, differentiating spaces by changes in the material palette and split levels” explains Milind. 

    Milind Bargal
    A custom made basketball themed wallpaper adorns the wall above the grey and tan headboard; Photography by Dhawal Bumb

    On the first floor, one is greeted by an open plan living room, dining room and kitchen. Balancing aesthetics and functionality, forms and colour bring the spaces together.

    Drawing back to the Moroccan influence, on the second floor, is an arched panel separating the primary bedroom from the son’s bedroom. Refraining from being overly thematic with the juxtaposed concepts, elements were picked carefully to form cohesive spaces. In the primary bathroom, an uninterrupted play of material and structure enhance the Moroccan theme. Skylights light up the area, adding to the grandeur and openness. 

    As a whole, the residence has both a contemporary and timeless feel. It is of the moment, yet it is not tied down by trends. By using shades of grey and brown, and slight pops of pastels to soften the space, the home is given a sense of depth. The experimentation of stones and textures dramatises the space in the best possible way. 

    The primary bedroom has a mix of warm blue hues atop a wooden flooring. Sunlight peaks into the room from the balcony and hits the carpet gently; Photography by Dhawal Bumb

    On the same page

    Following his rule of thumb, Milind and his team were involved from the planning stages, which ensured that all their ideas could be incorporated. They were able to jam pack materials together in a non-jarring way that allowed for the homeowner’s lifestyle to blend seamlessly with the built form. 

    “Having a clear understanding between the clients and my team inadvertently inculcates transparency. This makes sure that each of my projects is a direct reflection of their personality and lifestyle.” concludes Milind. 

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