Temperatures are rising, but don’t let it get you down. We’ve figured a sure-fire way for you to give your home a summer-ready makeover – and all you need to do is change the sheets. Stow your woolens away, along with cosy throws and flannel comforters, and opt for soft shades of pastels and breathable […]
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Luxury hotel rooms often listen to guests evaluating the room service menu, but more have been witness to the remorseful “Why can’t we stay here forever?” during checkout. 5-star hotel Andaz Delhi makes the guilty fantasy a reality with the launch of Andaz Residences: apartments with complete access to the snazzy hotel’s amenities. The lavish […]
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Wake up to fresh bouquets of florals or a whiff of the Carribean breeze with this mixed bag of dreamy scents for your home. V&A Chintz Candle by Good Earth India Nurture a multicoloured garden of blooming jasmines, chirping birds and pure essential oils with this candle — born of a collaboration with the Victoria and […]
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Treat yourself to a spa day everyday with this complete ‘bath to finish’ range of accessories, surprisingly found at luxury fabrics label Sarita Handa. While finely embroidered pillow covers and delicate tableware have always remained trademark favourites, the brand’s latest collaboration with bath label Hamam and Vya Naturals is a welcome ‘add to our shelf’. […]
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Founded a few years after India’s independence, this iconic sweet shop has evolved from a hole-in-the-wall joint with a concise menu of jalebis and dahivada, to a quintessential house brand for Indian mithais. Shabir’s Tawakkal Sweets is a Mecca for anyone with a sweet tooth, with the signature Mango Malai remaining a favourite since its invention […]
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The founder of arguably one of India’s largest art galleries, Rakhi Sarkar has made it her mission to distill art to the public since 1986, after she curated one of her first major exhibitions, ‘Visions’. “I showcased 200 works from artists like Bikash Bhatacharya, Ganesh Pyne and Shomnath Hore. However, the artists were relatively unknown […]
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Elephant Pepper Camp, Kenya: Nestled in a thicket of trees within the Maasai Mara National Reserve, this eco-luxury camp takes you up close to Kenya’s unending savannah and wild inhabitants. Itinerary: Leave your planner back home; this mobile camp is the quintessential African safari. The unpredictable camp compels you to keep your camera ready, with […]
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From luxe chandeliers and OTT dinner sets to understated fabrics and oriental crafts, we’ve listed 8 new décor stores to check out in your city. Sarita Handa: The home décor label’s mission to revive traditional techniques in fabrics has begun to take root in Mumbai, with their second store in the city. Their Bandra outlet […]
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Hashtags for design fiends get a level up with this Instagram handle. @design is the social media platform’s attempt at creating a one-stop feed featuring craft, cultures and of course – design around the world, with insider access to events, conversations with emerging designers, supercool innovations and more.The account is set to be showcased in […]
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Not many designers in the world can claim to be ‘Queen of England – Approved’, and even fewer that have been given a nod of approval by fashion empress Victoria Beckham. Wearing both seals, iconic interior designer Kelly Hoppen’s portfolio is a blend of A-list homes, multiple television shows and a repertoire of books that […]
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Find your pearls and dress to the nines – a palatial showroom has opened its gates to the design district of New Delhi. Beyond Designs’ flagship store on the Mehrauli-Gurgaon road is an 8,000 sq. ft. space showcasing luxury furniture and baroque-modern sensibilities.Take a walking tour of the lives of imaginary royalty, starting with niceties […]
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From sunny vacations to décor inspiration, our April-May 2018 issue kicks the season up a notch. Not convinced? Check out six ways to top the summer of ’69:1. Stunning nature getaways Where do you summer? This issue takes you off the coast and into a paradise of forest retreats and luxury stays. Laze around in a […]
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You can now check into director Wes Anderson’s Grand Budapest Hotel – the one in Kanpur. This vivid cocktail of bubblegum pink and Art Nouveau glitz is a three-floored surreal restaurant and bar, channeling the moviemaker’s visual style of restricted colour palettes and love of symmetry. The Pink Zebra of The Feast India Company opened its […]
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The Mah Jong sofa from Roche Bobois is something of a couture diva. The icon has been dressed by Jean Paul Gaultier and Missoni Home, and it will now wear Kenzo Takada. The founder of fashion brand Kenzo reinterpreted kimonos from his home country of Japan for the modular seating arrangement. He gives ELLE DECOR […]
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An enviable summer: lounging on the beaches of South Africa, while sipping on fruity cocktails. Even if you’re all done with vacation time, Address Home’s new Spring-Summer collection can get you pretty close to this picturesque dream. Inspired by an archipelago of islands within Tanzania, the Zanzibar collection is a concoction of colours commonly found […]
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The life of a city is in its streets, but for Jodhpur, it’s underground. Exploring the Blue City by foot has its ups and downs – literally – with 18th century stepwells scattered within the red landscape. Good Earth India’s Moon House is an ode to the city’s heritage, located within the restored Toorji Stepwell. Partitioned […]
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We can give you a comprehensive understanding of your sex life based on the dating hacks you choose: Tinder, Hinge or this ambitious sofa? If you chose any of the mobile dating apps, you may find yourself with a recurring case of finger cramps – mostly from all that swiping. However, your chances of finding […]
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The Famous Studio in Mumbai was a frenzy of lights, cameras and action yesterday, with the launch of the Asian Paints Colour Next Trends of the year. Invite-only guests were taken through a maze of set-ups, featuring the biggest trends of 2018. Slow living and soft tones from the trend #Humane flowed seamlessly into the vintage […]
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An animated caricature of Masaba Gupta, complete with quirky jewellery and dewy gold blush, greets you at her Hyderabad flagship store. The showroom is the eccentric designer’s biggest one yet – 4000 sq. ft. of off-white walls, gold detailing and a cosy coffee shop to refuel. Hyderabad firm Two Storey Design Studio envisioned both spaces, […]
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This isn’t your ordinary restaurant review. We’re giving you backstage passes to some of our favourite fine-dines, wine bars, cafés and dessert parlours. First up: Masque, a contemporary restaurant hidden in the unlit lanes of Lakshmi Mills, Mumbai. We score the aesthetic anywhere between effortlessly grand to inducing FOMO for anyone who hasn’t been there. Architect […]
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Mumbai’s two airports will soon have a third – the Navi Mumbai International Airport is finally coming together after almost a decade of it being proposed. And it will not be ordinary. British architecture firm Zaha Hadid Architects has officially been commissioned for the project, after winning a 12-week design competition held by GVK, the […]
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If you found yourself surrounded by champagne flutes and bold home décor setups — all neatly encased within a flurry of warm yellow — you may have stepped inside the ColourNext Trends Pavilion by Asian Paints at India Design ID 2018, the chosen platform for the unveiling of the biggest colour trend of the year. […]
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This year, the highest honour in architecture has been bestowed upon a legend in the field. Professor BV Doshi is now the first Indian architect to have been awarded the Pritzker Architecture Prize, a testament to the 90-year-old architect’s lifetime achievements. Known for ingenious structures and ideas that are rooted in socio-economic and ecological issues, […]
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If you missed hanging out with cyborgs, dancing with design icons and sipping on unending cups of delicious coffee, we’re here to rescue you from the fear of missing out. From humorous discussions to awe-inspiring people, here are some of our favourite moments from ID Symposium 20181. Ron Arad recounted his first memory in design at […]
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With marble on everything from floors to phones, the smooth dappled texture will remain timeless. We’ve picked a few ways to reinvent the classics, whether it’s to brighten up your living room (with pink marble) or introduce subtle greys to the silver fixtures in your bathroom.Browse through some of our favourites from A-Class Marble, and […]
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If you’re looking to give your home a complete makeover, and you’re pressed for time, we’ve found 8 stunning fabrics that will have heads turning. Pick an aesthetic and choose from the luxury collaboration between Gauri Khan and Jaipur Rugs, earthy collections from Atmosphere and traditionally crafted carpets from Hands, to add to your lust list. […]
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After a short winter of Christmas dinners and hot chocolates, we’re making way for sunny spring with these kitchen setups by Rational Kitchens. Complement the season with splashes of bright colours from the Chalet setup and light wooden accents from their Mahlzeit collection. You could also choose to go bold with Onda, a kitchen setup […]
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If you’ve ever walked into a MUJI store, you may have caught yourself swaying towards their comfy spring beds, while running your fingers through soft cotton towels and rows of neatly piled stationery. MUJI makes your casual fantasies come true with the launch of MUJI HOTEL in China: in other words, you are finally allowed […]
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Sprawling Bengal tigers, unending petal gardens and pink Taj Mahals are only a peek into designer Sabyasachi Mukherjee’s enchanting world. His second collaboration with Nilaya brings this fantastical vision to life, via a collection of hand-painted luxury wallpapers, revealed with the Asian Paints’ Brand Ambassador, Bollywood beauty Deepika Padukone. All the wallpapers were unveiled on the […]
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New Delhi’s NSIC Grounds is getting a design makeover this February. Stunning displays across interior decor, product design and trends will accompany ID Symposium, a three-day packed event with talks by some of the biggest architects, design luminaries and creative influencers from India and across the world. Get acquainted with the speakers and check out the […]
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Last week, former Masterchef Australia contestant Sarah Todd played host at the launch of luxury kitchen brand Gaggenau in Mumbai, and it was a party you’d want an invite to. Lucky guests dined at the table of Michelin-starred chef Atul Kochhar from London’s acclaimed Indian restaurant Benaras, who showed off his skills with Gaggenau equipment, with […]
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Full-time business and life partners Kayzad Shroff and Maria Leon started their reputed design firm ShroffLeon in 2010, after spending 4 years together in Cornell University. Since then, they’ve been known for their focus on clean lines, largely minimalist palette and contemporary take on design.Last month, they unveiled their latest project – a stylish apartment […]
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These restaurants aren’t ordinary. They’ve made it on to the Michelin Guide, found their place in the World’s Best Restaurants and now, you can add them to your bucket list: What: Gaggan, BangkokWhy: Back when the thought of Indian food only conjured up images of butter chicken gravies, Chef Gaggan Anand served plates of dhokla snow […]
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If you attended Ambiente 2017, you may have spotted ceramic stools that functioned as hot water bottles; bonsai-style fragrance sticks, collaborations from Royal Doulton and Ellen Degeneres and a lot more. We’re raising the stakes for one of the world’s biggest consumer goods fair, who will be kicking it up a notch this year, with […]
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Legend has it that a devoted queen decided to construct an embellished stepwell to honour her late husband. The man who had killed him, a neighbouring ruler, built the structure, to win her hand in marriage. However, on completion, Rani Roodabai jumped into the stepwell, to be one with her husband. The Rudabai Vav is […]
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I visited a college campus last week. It wasn’t my college, nor had I ever been there, but the brewing teen spirit, amateur march-pasts and Justin Bieber’s voice as a playlist-constant definitely took me back. It was day 3 at Maker Mela 2018, hosted by the Somaiya Vidyavihar Campus, and I was there to witness an […]
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Typing and swiping may get the job done, but doesn’t quite replace the feeling of receiving a handwritten letter, or burying your nose into the crisp white pages of a new notebook. Offering an escape to the stationery lover in all of us, covetable label Origin One, has us clearing space on our work desks for […]
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Pair a bottle of wine with a touch of porcelain from Villeroy and Boch, to class up any Friday night dinners at home. Their new La Classica Contura range brings European architectural motifs and chic geometric patterns to the table. Transport yourself to the era of Gaudi cathedrals, awe-inspiring domes and rotundas with this collection of […]
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The secret to Brinda Miller’s brilliantly organized chaos of colour is her inability to stay bored. “I’ve become quite the master at multitasking, and my art definitely imitates the frenzy in my life,” she says, while pointing to three 67-inch canvases she had worked on simultaneously. “How?” I ask her. It seemed inconceivable to me that […]
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Are you scrolling through Instagram’s large inventory of photos to create a curated home feed? Have you painstakingly searched for and taken screenshots of silly ‘doggo’ and grumpy cat photos? Lannoo Publishers do the curating for you, with their series of coffee table books – Insta Grammar. The Belgium-based publisher gives us the best of […]
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From innovative designers to upcoming labels, we’ve picked 7 names we’re excited about this year:1. Iqrup and RitzWe love mother-daughter duo Iqrup and Ritika “Ritz” Dhamija’s concepts of furniture, ranging from angles in the Pythagoras Theorem to British Sculptor Henry Moore’s organic creations. Website: www.iqrupandritz.com 2. Fuseproject The future is definitely here – Yves Behar made sure of […]
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1. Free FormFeatured in our Feb-March 2017 issueLose the edges and embrace those curves with this trend, featuring flowing patterns, twisted bowls and randomly shaped furniture. 2. Desert WandererFeatured in our April – May 2017 issueInduce wanderlust to the desert with bold Aztec prints, cactus green and pale yellows in this colour trend, predicted by […]
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New Year’s Eve is almost here and we’re over being blinded by strobe lights, pushing through sweaty crowds and wearing uncomfortable heels. We’re taking it slow this New Year, with soft pajamas, champagne in comfy beds and room service while being surrounded by breathtaking interiors. We’ve picked 9 hotels that were featured in ELLE DECOR […]
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1. This vacation home in Alibaug featured in our Aug-Sept 2017 issues luxury farmhouse is everything the city-dweller yearns for — sunlit rooms, two serene pools and views of the expansive greenery that surrounds it. Designed by Shobhan Kothari and Anand Menon of ADND, this home is the dream holiday escape. 2. This celebrity bungalow […]
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“I’m trying to learn Photoshop right now, but it’s a bit hard because I can’t see very well. I usually ask my assistant to help me with scrolling and reading menus. It’s great because the computer allows me to enlarge the photo so that I can see the different textures,” 83-year old artist and creative […]
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It’s only a few days until the resounding sound of Christmas carols, amongst encores of Mariah Carey’s ‘All I want for Christmas is You’ echoes within every household. It’s jingle bell time – the right time to bring out the fancy dinner plates, glittering Christmas ornaments and looser pants that you’ve stowed away to finish […]
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You’re running around snapping up Christmas gifts for your near and dear ones, but this holiday season, a little self-love is in order. We’ve sorted through our favourite brands and products to zero in on 10 unique gifts you’d love to give, but you’d rather keep yourself:1. Leather swing by Patricia Urquiola for Louis VuittonKick […]
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Have you always wanted to live in a stylish Manhattan apartment? Surprise Home Linen’s interior styling can get you pretty close. Tufted chairs, sleek greys and spacious rooms make it hard for us to believe their latest project is an apartment that sits right in the middle of Mumbai. The brand’s Director, Nirav Meswani and […]
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With 97% “Indian-ness” at the core of No-Mad India’s creations, the brand takes us back to our roots with simplistic yet inspired designs. No-Mad India’s breathable pieces reflect their main objective of promoting slow living- cups of steaming chai, comfort and day dreams. Although it began with pieces like pillows, cushions and table linen, the […]
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Build your own Pinterest-inspired board at D’Decor’s latest store. Hyderabad’s Banjara Hills has a new destination for home decor, and it is bringing your ideas to life. D’Decor’s ‘Think Deck’ and style assistants help you create your dream home from scratch, helping you pick from more than 10,000 designs within the 4000 sq. ft. store. Let […]
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All the biggest names in Indian architecture and design converged at the glorious Mill Owner’s Association Building on December 8, for the grand unveiling of the 17th Anniversary issue cover of ELLE DECOR India. And of course, to meet our rock star Guest Editor, Prof. BV Doshi, who also happens to be celebrating his 90th […]
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The festive season is around the corner, and Jo Malone has a few goodies that will smell better than Christmas dinner. Scottish fashion designer Jonathan Saunders, who has dressed names like Kylie Minogue, brings the same pops of colour, Christmassy prints and bold packaging to the candilicious Jo Malone Christmas range. Pick from their adorable miniature soap collection, range of colognes […]
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Even though you’ve heard tell of the the old world charm of Jaipur’s Rambagh Palace, experiencing it up close and in the flesh defies expectations. Once you’ve been showered with rose petals, every other greeting seems somewhat unenthusiastic… ELLE DECOR travelled to the Pink City for the opening of the Trunks Company’s flagship boutique, overlooking […]
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Beyond curating a delicious spread and putting together a fun playlist, there is one element to creating the perfect ambience that you absolutely need to get right — mood-enhancing lighting. And Svarochi’s range of lights aren’t only super lit (pun intended), they come with an app interface for you to wirelessly control them. Set the […]
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The grand convocation hall of the University of Mumbai was a fitting location for EDIDA 2017, where the design and architecture fraternity gathered for the anointment of the best in design. Nariyal pani, rustic flute music and a starry sky set the tone for the evening, with Bathware nominee Shobhan Kothari and Neesha Alwani being […]
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If you’d followed the winding brick road towards Shakti Mills last night, you would’ve been witness to the design elite clicking heels and clinking glasses at the ID Satellite street party. Huddled together, 5 stores and a restaurant launched the Art and Design Trail with panel discussions, breathtaking artwork and installations, plates of food and […]
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Are you planning to visit one of the most anticipated buildings of this year? The Louvre Abu Dhabi opened doors to the public last week, and we’ve gathered six things you’d want to know about it: 1. A Pritzker Prize winner designed itJean Nouvel, the man who created structures like the Fondation Cartier and Torre Glories […]
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This is the event of the season, with Jay Gatsby, Peter Pan and other legends in attendance. Ink, Reels and the Graphics Gang brings us digital artistic renditions of the Greats in pop culture. Curated by Arjun Sawhney, the art show celebrates the union of graphic design, pixels and mainstream art, and pays homage to the […]
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Once a strong defence fortress for the city of Jaipur, the Nahargarh Fort will now be transformed into an immersive Sculpture Park.Curated sculptures will be installed across the site, and will include artwork from artists all over the world – from Arman, Huma Bhabha, James Brown, Anita Dube and 20 other creative minds. Saat Saath […]
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From artwork to tableware, we wouldn’t want our home to look anything like our neighbour’s. Avoiding mass production, Jaipur Rugs brings hand-woven designs to the fore; straight from the homes of village artisans. Each rug is an outcome of a series of meticulous processes, where it goes through 186 hands before it’s transformed into a […]
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Following restoration on cultural structures from Mumbai to Delhi, India bags awards and mentions at this year’s UNESCO Asia-Pacific Awards for Cultural Heritage Conservation. 1. The Royal Bombay Opera House, Mumbai The structure that was once on the verge of collapse is now a cultural hub, bursting with one-act plays, comedy stints and workshops. It […]
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You could play with furniture, watch short films, pose by sculptures or browse through a collection of photographs at this immersive exhibition. Germany’s Vitra Design Museum Campus will be hosting “An Eames Celebration” to honour the 20th century designer duo, Charles and Ray Eames. The retrospective will feature four parallel exhibitions, to showcase the mixed bag […]
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Sarita Handa celebrates 25 years of modernizing local fabrics this year, and they’re bringing us the art fix we need this weekend. Featuring collaborations with artists across the country along with the brand’s rare and vintage collections, Bikaner House in New Delhi is the place to be at. Creative names like Arrti Mansinghka, along with […]
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An iconic mural of Mahatma Gandhi is being crafted on the walls of one of the oldest train station in Mumbai. Brazilian street artist Eduardo Kobra will be giving the historic Churchgate station an artistic makeover this month, and it’s a sight for sore eyes. Known for ultra-sized realistic portraits, Eduardo brings larger-than-life portraits of […]
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We got a glimpse of Roberto Cavalli wallpaper, gold embroidered linen and ornate chandeliers, when we visited the newly opened Maroon Manor. The bespoke design store was a playground for imagining our future homes. A sophisticated living room setup invited us inside, leading us to a king size bedroom, filled with curated artwork and accessories. […]
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It all started at Place Vendome, when a young Louis Vuitton opened his first store, 160 years ago. Yesterday, the brand opened the Masion Louis Vuitton Vendome, a grand universe of all things LV. Tall windows and high ceilings let the light shine on sculpted perfume bottles, glossy watches and fine jewellery. A mezzanine houses […]
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Manoeuvre through the transformed BARO store, where you’ll spot chairs hanging in mid-air and jewellery served on fine china plates. Wolf Jaipur displays their quirks in the form of psychedelic dollhouses, old school games and puntastic installations at the Lower Parel store for the initiative, “Every Day, Play A Little”. Featuring tops from Priyanka Shah, […]
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A candle can transform your home, and Jo Malone’s Home range does just that. Here are 5 fragrances from Jo Malone that can turn your house into the envy of the neighbourhood: 1. Lavender & Lovage Home Candle Come back home to the soothing scent of this serene candle that relaxes you after an entire […]
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Pick an art event – from photography to canvas art, we’ve got you covered. Mumbai: Home in the City Take a walk through the parks, streets and buildings of Mumbai in the 1970s with Sooni Taraporewala’s photographs. This photo exhibition transitions from black and white photos from Sooni’s college days to the coloured photographs of […]
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ELLE DECOR India turns 17 years old this December, and we’ve got a special issue planned unlike any other. Our Dec 2017 – Jan 2018 collector’s edition promises to be full of surprises – with a legendary architect contributing to every story. And we mean legendary. We’ve also got 100 copies signed by the Guest Editor, […]
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If you can’t think of a reason to pick up our October-November 2017 issue, we give you five! 1. Host the best parties The festive season is here, and this guide will make your dinner party the one to attend. Our Focus on Dining section could be a pin-up on your wall, with a wish […]
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Functional home decor brand Muuto comes to Mumbai, with foldable lights, stackable shelves and adorable accessories! Hidden away in the lanes of South Bombay, the concept store could be a contemporary Scandinavian home fit into a tiny Mumbai apartment. It may be love at first seat with their tan leather sofa, but don’t swipe left on […]
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Stand in line at the new Ralph Lauren Home store in Delhi with a complete list on what to buy. We’ve curated pieces from colonial beds and bar cabinets to chic accessories and opulent chandeliers. 1. One Fifth Drinks Trolley Dark wood and silver accents complement the bottles of golden liquid in this Art Deco-inspired […]
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It’s as frustrating to find a fake Picasso in someone’s home when you’ve spent a lot on an original, as it is to see somebody carry a fake version of your Chanel bag. Tuning into this unsettled state of mind, CuroCarte by Ananya Birla, which finds one-of-a-kind handcrafted art pieces from around the world, turned […]
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Gifted to Amitabh Bachchan on his 74th birthday last year, the Amitabh Bachchan jukebox had found its home. But now, Ricatech announces its plan to manufacture 100 limited edition jukeboxes featuring psychedelic lights and black and white prints of the renowned actor. Handcrafted into an elegant version of something you’d see at a classic American diner, […]
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He’s the man behind the stellar homes of celebrities from Hrithik Roshan to Jacqueline Fernandez. And now, celebrity architect Ashiesh Shah takes inspiration from Wabi Sabi, a serene Japanese aesthetic that is also the collection’s namesake, for Urban Ladder’s latest launch. Blending local materials like teak and cane with faux leather accents, Ashiesh creates a […]
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Pakistani architect Attiq Ahmed went on to design Nobel laureate V.S. Naipaul’s home with his firm AEDL, after winning the EDIDA Young Talent award in 2014. He gives us a peek into one of his recent projects, a contemporary take on the white aesthetic.Taimur Rafiq took the ground floor of his parent’s huge mansion in […]
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Mumbai is notorious for its tiny homes. Which is why Hafele India’s newly launched 10,000 sq. ft. Design Centre in the Maximum City is basically organisational porn, with storage ideas everywhere you look. We walked through their kitchen set-up, stocked with automatic cabinets and Hershey’s syrup bottles, making our way to the rest of the studio. […]
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Technically, Tom Dixon’s created a series of laboratory-inspired instruments for your daily caffeine fix. Introduced at this year’s Maison et Objet, the collection BUMP features soft pinks and subtle greys in borosilicate vessels. Reminiscent of chemistry classes and tea parties, BUMP features mouth-blown glass that remains heat resistant throughout the process of brewing. Stop and smell […]
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Owing a smart television just got a little more affordable. With prices starting at Rs 22,000, Vu introduces their latest range of smart televisions. You could come home to the Pop Smart, Premium Smart or the Office Smart — the Californian-based company has taken the Indian lifestyle into account for all of them. Closest to home, […]
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Designers like Philippe Starck and Dieter Sieger create your dream bathroom when you pick from Duravit’s series. The designer brand turned two centuries old this year, taking us through a major Throwback Thursday. Launching their Giamo range with the advertising campaign “Design conquers the bathroom” in the mid-1980s was only the first step. Their persistent […]
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Bring Pythagoras back to your home, without the math textbooks. ‘Pythagoras’ Study’, a new range of furniture by Iqrup + Ritz, juxtaposes the Greek mathematician’s rigid theorem with inspiration from the fluid style of British sculptor Henry Moore. This cross-pollination of geometric and flexible surprisingly creates a subtle bohemian vibe, with structured shelves and eclectic tables. […]
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The city of Mumbai is dotted with Minnie Bhatt’s designs – from the eclectic interiors of True Tramm Trunk in BKC to the Azuli store in Bandra. A few weeks ago, Minnie brought her contemporary style to Kamala Mills – in the form of her own office space. Cosy lofts, art installations and uplifting quotes […]
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Psychedelic colours on a retro juke box, stacked classics and wholesome burgers will keep you coming back to the new Jamjar Diner. Hill Road’s latest haunt welcomes you with pretty stained glass, lofty ceilings and asymmetrical mirrors. Walk into a pastel haven, with muted yellows, lighter blues and naturally polished wooden seating. You could order a […]
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Take a trip to South Bombay, and you’ll have colonial buildings, elaborately designed fountains and museums you can wander into. Art inspiration is always just around the corner, and the Mumbai Art Room sits steady in Colaba. Announcing itself as a curatorial lab, the contemporary arts institution will now be nurturing emerging curators and artists. […]
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Mark your calendars! We’ve sorted out your weekend plans for the month, with quirky photography, unique exhibitions and art auctions. MUMBAI Notorious RowdiesClare Arni found inspiration in the crime beat section of the Deccan Herald, for her photography collection, ‘Notorious Rowdies’. Unearthing the darker aspects of the human spirit, Clare takes on the word ‘Rowdy’ […]
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The Good Earth store at Raghuvanshi mills, Mumbai transformed itself into a contemporary take on the Silk Route, for the launch of The Nilaya Salon. In association with ELLE DECOR India and Asian Paints, the event gathered the design elite for the unveiling of Nilaya’s special collection of wallpapers designed by Good Earth. Inspired by the […]
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Bring abstract patterns and handwoven art to your home – in the form of Jaipur Rugs’ luxury carpets. Artisans from Jaipur create hand-knotted original artwork, letting you tap into the untamed fashion from villages in India.While reviving the traditional practice of hand knotting, Jaipur Rugs integrates a mix of eclectic and contemporary styles with a […]
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Do you ever feel like you’ve shopped it all? The new Krishna Mehta Concept Store puts an end to merchandise Déjà vu, with an eclectic mix of stationery, home décor, clothing and art – changing as frequently as every week. The store greets you with displays of handcrafted jewelry by Roma Narsinghani and flowers in […]
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Take a ride on Runaway Bicycle and you’ll end up with collections ranging from ‘We All Grew Up With Gum in our Hair’ to ‘Goodnight at 6AM’. You’d never guess the clothing brand was founded by an advertising professional, as you browse through their comfy dresses and blouses. And if you wait for a few […]
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This captivating installation will keep the conversation flowing, and your average coffee table can’t compete. Italian artist Daniela Forti blends glass with crystal to craft luminous jellyfish stands.Tentacles intertwine and create a tangled base for the floating glass, in this series of sculptural installations. The artist explains the unique glass fusion technique on her website, […]
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It’s only been a year since you gazed longingly at rows of seamlessly arranged stationery at MUJI India. The iconic anti-brand celebrates its first anniversary with curated activities for the weekend. Stacks of minimalistic notebooks, linen and home accessories will now be accompanied by DIY tables. Get your hands dirty with colourful wooden block printing […]
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From green juices to hundred day detoxes, the internet is positively obsessed with clean eating. Tuning into the trend, I Say Organic in Delhi is anything but a conventional grocery store. Designed by the Delhi Collective, the 400 sq. ft. shop invites you in with an archway of compartmentalised super foods. Infinite wooden shelves line […]
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Handmade pieces from Péro, Ranjit Ahuja’s decorative cushions, stationery from Velvet Ribbon and a curated list of brands are being flown to Calcutta this August. The first edition of Commun India intends to have the city of Joy spoilt for choice, with products ranging from table linen and bedding to candles and clothing. Pick up […]
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If he finally put a ring on it, and a dreamy Mughal-esque destination wedding comes to mind, you should roam the historical streets of Mehrauli for inspiration. While gazing at the Qutub Minar, you may stumble upon bright embroidered jumpsuits and flowing lehengas peeking through the windows of The Wedding Shop by Ogaan. Step in […]
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The perfectly crafted doors of the design industry are being opened with The PARK ELLE DECOR Student Contest. And if you’re a final year design student, step inside! In association with The Park Hotels, the contest brings creativity to the forefront, across the varied fields of architecture, interior design, product design and textiles. Along with […]
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Book a table at Mumbai’s Pa Pa Ya in Colaba for the sushi matrix, the experimental amuse bouche and their cardboard ceiling. Crafted by Sylvn Studio, the 700 sq ft suspended ceiling is made from corrugated cardboard, like most of their products. Based in Mumbai, the design firm creates masterpieces from recycled materials like cardboard […]
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Mondays wouldn’t be the absolute worst if you worked at Ikka Dukka’s 1000 sq ft workspace. Visualize your morning coffee in a spotless white studio, crafted by founders Nilisha Kohli and Enda Noone, overlooking the cold rainy streets of New Delhi. You could take a seat at white washed wooden desks that form work stations, or […]
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You wouldn’t expect to find a Couture Week design in the Ranganthaswamy temple or the Taj Mahal. We’ve found five couture collections that definitely have been spotted off the runway.1. Rahul Mishra and The Samode Palace hotelWe’ve got a destination wedding planned for you, with Rahul Mishra’s ‘Parizaad’ collection and one of Jaipur’s grandest palace […]
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You can now take a Manish Malhotra design home with you… except it can’t be hung in your wardrobe. In collaboration with Hindware, the renowned couturier will now be crafting dreamy bathrooms for their newest brand, ALCYHMI. Not unlike his couture, the bathroom suites will be a classy affair, with earthy tones, minimalistic themes and […]
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Wall paint by Asian Paints Furniture by Kouch Accessories by Defurn, INV Home, Kouch, Metro Shoes, Peacock Life, Sidewalks of the World, Tresorie, Fabindia, Good Earth, Abaca, INV Home, Defurn, Tranceforme Soft furnishings by Kouch, Peacock Life, Zara Man, Sarita Handa Tiles from Beautiful Homes, FCML.
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It’s not often than you’re driven to distraction in a Gaurav Gupta couture show, but Prateek Jain and Gautam Seth of Klove Studio may have managed just that. Reflecting the futuristic theme of Gupta’s ‘Moondust’ collection, the runway was transformed into a fantasy space with elaborate light installations from Klove. Inspired by Gaurav’s couture palette […]
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Hanging tree installations greet you while bottles “float” on tall glass shelves. A tree trunk sits as a base to a solid wood table in the middle of the room, and you wonder if you’ve walked into a futuristic forest. You’ve entered Molecure Pharmacy, designed to revolutionize the way we look at pharmacies and modern […]
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If you find yourself enveloped by a gust of the Mediterranean in New Delhi, you’ve probably wandered into Shivan & Narresh’s new store. The signature scent of the brand invites you to the flagship store, along with poised mannequins and a confluence of ivory and gold. Resembling the sails of a boat, the store leads […]
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