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    A design odyssey fuelled with artistry and tropical allure crafted by Yatin Patel in Mumbai

    OCT 19, 2023 | By Maheshwari Vickyraj
    The living room has Ego hardwood flooring and Arte 3D wallpaper, Bombay Arts and Interiors bespoke furniture, and a Magus Designs trunk; Photography by Sebastian Zachariah; Styled by Ritu Patel
    Wood flooring by Ego, carpets by Cocoon Fine rugs and Jaipur Rugs, wallpaper by Arte, and curtains by Tulio adorn the master bedroom; Photography by Sebastian Zachariah; Styled by Ritu Patel
    Daughter’s room features wood flooring by Ego with dark wallpaper on the wall by Arte and the bed headboard by Sarom; Photography by Sebastian Zachariah; Styled by Ritu Patel

     In the vibrant tapestry of South Bombay’s design heritage, where the allure of traditional wood and the inexorable march of concrete descendants wrestle, arises a charming abode for an architect-artist couple. Their tropical ambiance sets the stage for an enchanting tale of design-focused love affairs, where the romance of Art Deco intertwines harmoniously with opulent comfort. “We paid homage to the roots—a tribute to the revival of the authentic that is seamlessly woven with threads of contemporary artistry and material richness,” reflects architect Yatin Patel.

    Yatin Patel
    The living room has Ego hardwood flooring and Arte 3D wallpaper, Bombay Arts and Interiors bespoke furniture, and a Magus Designs trunk; Photography by Sebastian Zachariah; Styled by Ritu Patel

     

    Yatin Patel
    The living room has Ego hardwood flooring and Arte 3D wallpaper, Bombay Arts and Interiors bespoke furniture, and a Magus Designs trunk; Photography by Sebastian Zachariah; Styled by Ritu Patel

    Exploring Every Nook and Cranny…

    Standing as a testament to the art of revitalization, it boldly eschews the urge to mimic bygone styles.

    Stepping into the residence, transparency reigns supreme among its intimate micro-spaces, each distinguished by a careful curation of minimalistic furnishings, personally selected artworks, and cherished biophilic elements sourced from the family’s tropical retreat in Alibaug. This harmonious blend transforms the vintage canvas of the existing floor plan into something distinct and captivating.

    Yatin Patel
    The Indoor lounge area has Ego wood flooring and Arte’s colourful wallpaper. Customised furniture by Bombay Arts and Interiors with Tulio Design drapes and rugs from Cocoon Fine Rugs and Jaipur Rugs are laid down on the floor; Photography by Sebastian Zachariah ;Styled by Ritu Patel

    An amalgamation of bold accents, understated hues, and patterns inspired by the past, this living space emerges as a wonderfully unconventional masterpiece. 

    Yatin Patel
    The dining room has Ego Wood Flooring, a Saint Gobain Bronze Mirror, a Kerf Dining Table, Excella experts Dining Chairs, and an Ankon Mitra Chandelier; Photography by Sebastian Zachariah; Styled by Ritu Patel

     

    Yatin Patel
    The bar area features Ego wood flooring with Italian Ribbed Veneer from Sources Unlimited. The shutter inside are by Sarom, with shutter edges in bronze metal profiles by Naman Steel, and the counter top is by Classic Marble, with vibrant wallpaper by Arte; Photography by Sebastian Zachariah; Styled by Ritu Patel

    Voyage Through Tropics

    A grandiose spatial experience unfolds—a harmonious blend of nature and urbanity, cocooned within the heart of the city.

    The Indoor lounge area has Ego wood flooring and Arte’s colourful wallpaper. Customised furniture by Bombay Arts and Interiors with Tulio Design drapes and rugs from Cocoon Fine Rugs and Jaipur Rugs are laid down on the floor; Photography by Sebastian Zachariah; Styled by Ritu Patel

    Sticking to the theme of transparency and presenting an elongated expanse akin to an indoor veranda—a connecting corridor is thoughtfully crafted to seamlessly whisk a fragment of the family tranquil Alibaug residence into this urban milieu. 

    Wood flooring by Ego, carpets by Cocoon Fine rugs and Jaipur Rugs, wallpaper by Arte, and curtains by Tulio adorn the master bedroom; Photography by Sebastian Zachariah; Styled by Ritu Patel

     

    Wood flooring by Ego, carpets by Cocoon Fine rugs and Jaipur Rugs, wallpaper by Arte, and curtains by Tulio adorn the master bedroom; Photography by Sebastian Zachariah; Styled by Ritu Patel

    In this captivating space, the essence of rustic outdoor living intertwines with subtle reflections of the homeowners’ distinct personalities, expressed through a colour palette, striking furnishings, curated art and artefacts, bespoke bar setups, meticulously devised lighting, and a choreography of natural light dancing amidst lush greenery. 

    The master bedroom has direct access to the shoe closet ; Photography by Sebastian Zachariah; Styled by Ritu Patel

    A Cliffnote Thought

     Born from the creative fervour of a design-oriented family with a deep appreciation for contemporary global living, this South Bombay home has been meticulously crafted to authentically fulfil its purpose.

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