What is life without art? This is one question that the residents of Villa Collagio in Chandigarh don’t have to ponder upon. “He (the owner) is an avid collector of rare artworks. From our very first conversation, it was clear that this wasn’t going to be a typical home. It had to feel curated, not just designed,” shares Aarti Dhariwal, founder and head designer of Stories with AD.
The name Collagio is inspired from the Italian word collage, as to the owners the home felt a personal display of their artistic sensibilities. The neutral palette of the 15,000 sq ft home created a performative ground where art could take the centrestage.
“Whether it’s a light, an artisanal textile or a piece of furniture with history, everything in this home has been handpicked with intention — making it as much a gallery of living as it is a place to live.”
Aarti Dhariwal, Stories with AD