Of brick and warmth in Ahmedabad

Brick walls, woven cane and collected art define Adhwa's Ahmedabad home

18 Aug 2026

Is it possible to let art anchor a home’s energy? A Pichwai, some carved wooden details, cane furniture, woven textiles, and collectables, carefully placed throughout the home, prove that Raaga by Adhwa, a 2,050 sq ft home, can do just that. The interiors of this home were designed around the art, letting it pop and be among the first things you notice as you move through the space. Indian kaarigari is the protagonist of this Ahmedabad home that exudes warmth across the space through familiar materials like timber, terracotta, exposed bricks and textile-inspired artworks.

The entrance is where carved wooden details and a well-curated console offer a glimpse into what lies ahead. Vintage-printed blocks framed like artwork, a ceramic lamp, and illustrated cabinet shutters lend the corner a nostalgic nod without overdoing it. A Pichwai artwork, glowing against the foyer’s deep red backdrop, anchors the space between two wall sconces. Around it, a sculptural chair, a handcrafted sideboard and a delicate screen create a composition that feels as though each piece has found its place over time. Even the smallest plant finds its place without interrupting the sense of harmony.

Of earth and timber

The foyer is the first pause. The home thereon stretches into the living room, where a terracotta brick wall becomes the heart of the space. Running uninterrupted across the room, it lends warmth and depth while framing two embroidered artworks that echo the colours of the landscape outside. The olive-green sofa sits comfortably against this backdrop, balanced by lighter upholstered seating, soft rugs and timber-hued tables. Warm pools of light filter through sheer curtains, softening every edge and making the room feel restful at any hour of the day. The furniture speaks the same language throughout the home. Rounded corners replace sharp lines, woven cane sits comfortably beside solid wood, and handcrafted objects occupy the tables without seeming performative.

Decorative pieces are few but thoughtful, like a small vase with fresh flowers, a favourite book, and a ceramic bowl, all of which allow everyday life to become part of the home’s character. The dining area continues this rhythm. Defined by a sculptural stone-topped table and cane-backed chairs, it remains visually connected to the living room while carrying an identity of its own. Oversized fabric pendant lights float above like soft clouds, drawing the eye upward, while a Pichwai by Kuldeepak Soni adds colour to the otherwise restrained palette of lime-grey walls and warm timber. A glimpse of sage green cabinetry tucked into the kitchen beyond introduces just enough contrast without disrupting the calm.

WOOD & WEAVE

Beyond these shared spaces, the mood begins to soften. The study, wrapped in timber and washed with natural light, feels like a place where mornings could pass unnoticed. A wallpaper from Sabyasachi’s Nilaya collection lends just enough pattern to break the stillness. The bedrooms follow the same gentle rhythm. The master bedroom is painted with botanical motifs, adding softness to warm wooden furniture. The children’s room carries a lighter spirit, its ombre walls and hidden study nook making room for both play and pause. Even the guest bedroom finds comfort in simple things like a block-printed fabric behind the bed, a wooden bedside table polished smooth by hand. The smallest room in the house is perhaps its most unexpected. Handmade tiles line the powder bathroom, while a hand-painted mural turns an ordinary wall into something worth lingering over.

Raaga lets brick remain brick, wood remain wood and craft remain an everyday part of life. By the time you leave, it isn’t one room that you remember. It is the feeling of having walked through a home that has been made with patience, and lived in with care.