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    City living by the sea: A sea-facing home in Mumbai by Ali Baldiwala

    OCT 23, 2024 | By Navisha Sogani
    The soft olive sofa by Arjunvir Gujral Design Studio is complemented by cushions from Altrove. A terracotta lamp by Ravi Vazirani and a dramatic centrepiece, a vase and beads from Pottery Barn sit atop the table by Tianu; Photography by Kuber; Styled by Samir Wadekar
    The dining table and chairs are from Wood’n Design, with artwork by Yusuf represented by Tao art gallery adding an delightful touch; Photography by Kuber

    This sea-facing home in Mumbai derives its name from the rhythmic rise and fall of the sea tides. Named Tide Front, the home is redesigned into a warm and calm abode, framing spectacular views of the sea from each room. 

    The 2,000 sq ft home is meticulously curated to be uncluttered and easy to maintain, for a couple and their children who are frequent travellers. Inspired by the coastal surroundings, Ali Baldiwala, partner at Baldiwala Edge has transformed the space into an open, expansive and free-flowing home.

    A spectacular view of the sea from the living room, framed with curtains from TPC home and chaise from Tianu; Photography by Kuber; Styled by Samir Wadekar

     

    A sea-facing Mumbai home by Ali Baldiwala
    An intricate and inviting living space, accented with vibrant tones of blues, olive green, and ruby reds; Photography by Kuber

     

    A sea-facing Mumbai home by Ali Baldiwala
    The centre table and chaise by Tianu, sofa by Arjun Gujral Design Studio, and curtains from TPC Home create a striking and cosy living space; Photography by Kuber

    Exploring angles and geometries

    An angular entrance passageway, leading up to the living room, houses a metallic-painted storage unit on one end and an Art-Deco style grill with a glass panel on the other. Overlooking the vast expanse of the sea, the combined living dining space echoes the fluidity of water. Curved edges of the art deco-inspired furniture and curved false ceiling design adding fluidity to the design. A striking feature of the space is the veneer wall panelling forming a triangular geometric pattern.

    A sea-facing Mumbai home by Ali Baldiwala
    The dining table and chairs are from Wood’n Design, with artwork by Yusuf add a pristine touch to the space; Photography by Kuber

     

    A sea-facing Mumbai home by Ali Baldiwala
    A glimpse into the den, showcasing a sofa by Tianu and a centre table by Wood’n Design; Photography by Kuber

    Echoing the wall feature in the living room, a butterfly-leg reclaimed Burma teak dining table is designed and paired with six chairs; constituting intricate brass-stud joinery details and rattan. A teak cabinet with an onyx-top console stores the bar and various appliances.

     

    A sea-facing Mumbai home by Ali Baldiwala
    The den boasts a striking green-toned cupboard, with a red sofa from Tianu topped by cosy cushions from Altrove; Photography by Kuber

     

    A sea-facing Mumbai home by Ali Baldiwala
    The veneer by Jalaram and a vase from Pottery Barn holding a lush bouquet create a charming corner within the abode; Photography by Kuber

     

    The glass partition offers a peek into the memory-filled den, featuring a centre table from Tianu and a rug from Mehra Carpets; Styled by Samir Wadekar; Photography by Mr. Kuber

    Colour and coastline

    Filled with colour, the den is a relaxing, playful space, partitioned from the living space with a glass panel on one side and opening into the bedroom on the other. Contrasting colours, rust and green are used adjacently in the furniture selection, brightening the space.

    The son’s bedroom is an interplay of veneer patterns paying homage to heritage cupboards. Pairing simple bedding and furnishings with a bold red built-in niche elevates the space with a pop of colour. The daughter’s bedroom features a salmon-pink headboard designed to evoke a sense of calm and comfort.

    A sea-facing Mumbai home by Ali Baldiwala
    The daughter’s bedroom is adorned with cushions from TPC Home, bedding from Cottons and Satins, and the wooden flooring by HKS Flooring has the perfect contrast; Photography by Kuber

     

    A sea-facing Mumbai home by Ali Baldiwala
    The master bedroom is adorned with a wallpaper by Sabyasachi for Nilaya by Asian Paints, while the study corner features a chair from Tianu and a vase from Pottery Barn on the bedside table; Photography by Kuber

     

    A sea-facing Mumbai home by Ali Baldiwala
    A glance into the master bathroom, with red Sabyasachi for Nilaya by Asian Paints wallpaper in the bedroom playing a beautiful opposition with cream-white marble in the bathroom; Photography by Kuber

     

    A sea-facing Mumbai home by Ali Baldiwala
    The master bathroom features fittings by Kohler and marble by Elegant Marbles; Photography by Kuber

     

    A sea-facing Mumbai home by Ali Baldiwala
    The bathroom design plays with contrasts, combining stunning moody dark greens with soft grey tones; Photography by Kuber

    Amidst the warm tones of wood, an intricate floral wallpaper by Sabyasachi for Nilaya by Asian Paints brings timelessness and luxury into the space. A soothing taupe-coloured upholstery on the headboard extends up to the ceiling. The taupe hue is also used on the room’s built-in wardrobes, bringing harmony into the space.

    A coastal-inspired neutral palette paired with wood as a defining material is incorporated to pay homage to the family’s roots in the heritage district of South Bombay and their appreciation for art and culture. The home is designed to evoke a sense of warmth within its vintage charm.  

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