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    A thing of symmetry: Inside an Ahmedabad home by Studio Patternmaker inspired by the classic European style

    JUN 23, 2023 | By Alexa De Souza
    The flooring in the Master bedroom is Italian marble, the fabric art is Made in the Studio, the carpet is a carpet design partner collaboration, the wardrobes are from a local team, the wall lights are Jainsons and the bed foot storage is made locally; Styled by Parthavi Patel; Photographed by Ishita Sitwala
    The master bedroom's private seating has Italian marble flooring, wall art from Kalakari Haath, carpet from Dedecor Rug and a console in marble made locally; Photographed by Ishita Sitwala
    The informal living room has Italian Marble flooring, walls and ceiling is Asian Royal Satin Paint ceiling curved edge POP mould fashioned to follow the concept and painted to the same ceiling colour. The aluminium arched French doors are made locally, and both the carpets are made in collaboration with our carpet design partners; Photographed by Ishita Sitwala
    The Informal Living which is on the left of the entire space has brass wall Lights from Jainsons, a Fireplace made by the studio with the help of local teams, Chandigarh Chairs from Md Khalid Farid Khan, Mumbai. Art is Made in the studio and Mirror in metal is Made locally; Photographed by Ishita Sitwala

    Just when you think you’ve seen it all, a new idea or concept can jump out and surprise you. And that is exactly what happened with this stellar home in Ahmedabad brought to life by Parthavi Patel of Studio Patternmaker. 

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    Main Entry Foyer has a brass pendant light from Jainsons, and a Chandigarh chair from Md Khalid Farid Khan, Mumbai, flooring is Italian marble, the walls and ceiling are Asian Royal Satin Paint, the ceiling curved edge POP mould fashioned to follow the concept and painted to same ceiling colour; Styled by Parthavi Patel; Photographed by Ishita Sitwala

    It all started with the homeowners’ desire to renovate their 3,100 sq ft house. However, after discussions and ideation, the decision was made to extend and construct an all-new cove sprawling double the size of 6,000 sq ft area, while also retaining a garden and pool. The design concept aimed to achieve elegant and timeless European aesthetics with a dash of modernity.

    Brass pendant light from Jainsons adorns the Main Entry Foyer Console and mirror Mural are Made by the studio, the centre table is made locally, the flooring is Italian marble, the walls and ceiling are Asian Royal Satin Paint, the ceiling curved edge POP mould fashioned to follow the concept and painted to the same ceiling colour. Aluminium arched French doors made locally and art is made in the studio; Photographed by Ishita Sitwala

    A step into Europe

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    The entrance foyer opens into the living room; Photographed by Ishita Sitwala

    The entrance is navigated through a stately iron gate that leads to a winding stone pathway. The outdoor foyer lays out landscaped gardens on one side and a parking shed on the other. The home’s facade is characterised by alabaster-like shades with charcoal Georgian panels and glass. Vintage pots with tall-bodied travellers and Areca palms line the frontage.

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    The modular kitchen is awash in neutral grey tones; Photographed by Ishita Sitwala

    Inside, the entrance foyer comes to life with a checkerboard marble flooring in white and beige grey. An intricately detailed iron gate with floral ornate work leads to the internal foyer area, where one sees a central table with a tall glass vase, a vintage chandelier, a console and shoe rack, seating area for visitors, and access to a niche powder room and staircase.

    Guest Room Flooring is wood in herringbone, the Bed and side tables are made locally in rattan and oak wood with rustic polish and gold stains, Art is from Made in Studio, side table lamps are from Jainsons; Photographed by Ishita Sitwala

    Further one could amble towards the dining area and to the two living areas, guest room, and parents’ room. The dining area features white marble flooring, a skylight, and French doors that open out into the garden. The front kitchen is modular and has an island with a contrasting marble countertop. The dining table, chairs, and crockery cabinet are designed to be elegant and timeless. Crystal chandeliers hang above the table, adding a vintage touch.

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    The parents’ Room has Italian marble flooring, bed and side tables made of wood and polish with brass details. The art is from the made studio, side wall lamps are Jainsons, carpet is vintage and wardrobes are from a local team; Photographed by Ishita Sitwala

    Moving to the right from the foyer, one enters an elegant and pristine space with a formal and informal sitting area. The furniture is predominantly in light pallets of whites and off-whites, with carpets in calculated shades of beige and grey. The space features a marble fireplace, boucle chairs, a bent sofa, and curated art.

    The son’s bedroom is an inviting haven to unwind and rejuvenate in style; Photographed by Ishita Sitwala

    The guest room, located off the formal sitting area, is designed with rattan furniture and follows the overall theme of the house. The parents’ room, opposite the guest room, has a warm and English-inspired feel with four-poster beds.

    The entertainment room poker area has Engineered Wood flooring, art made in the studio, a poker table made locally and chairs in suede made locally; Photographed by Ishita Sitwala

     

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    The entertainment room bathroom has wood tiled flooring, art made in the studio, mirrors and frames made locally, a basin counter made locally and wallpaper made in the studio; Photographed by Ishita Sitwala

    The staircase area, wrapped around the lift, features black and white-toned wallpaper and vintage lights. Going up to the next floor, there is a pause area with an interesting console and curated art. From there, one can access the son’s bedroom, which has a younger vibe with light wood furniture and contemporary minimal art.

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    The Flooring in the formal living room area is Italian marble, the walls and ceiling are Asian Royal Satin Paint, the ceiling curved edge POP mould was fashioned to follow the concept and painted to the same ceiling colour, and aluminium arched French doors made locally. Both carpets were made in collaboration with our carpet design Partners; Photographed by Ishita Sitwala

    Continuing down the corridor from the pause area, one reaches the master bedroom. The corridor is adorned with curated art and a pendant light. The master bedroom features a pristine white aesthetic with a plush bed, marble centre and side tables, oversized carpet, and a private seating area. The master bathroom includes a walk-in wardrobe with mirror shutters, brass details, and a central seat.

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    The informal living which is on the left of the entire space has brass wall lights from Jainsons and art made in the studio; Photographed by Ishita Sitwala

    The home also includes an entertainment room with wood flooring and a distinct light blue-grey double door as its entrance.

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    A brass and glass Pendant Light from Jainsons on either side of the dining room table, console and mirror mural from Made by studio, dining table is Made locally in marble and metal, flooring is Italian Marble, chairs are made locally, walls and ceiling are Asian Royal Satin Paint, ceiling curved edge POP mould fashioned to follow the concept and painted the same ceiling colour and Art is made in studio; Photographed by Ishita Sitwala

    A minimal twist 

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    The Formal Living area on the right of this space has centre tables made of marble waste locally, pedestals made locally and a chandelier made by a design team locally; Photographed by Ishita Sitwala

    In essence, the design focuses on efficient use of space and incorporates elements such as large windows, curated art, vintage chandeliers, and ornate architectural details to enhance the overall aesthetic. As Parthavi sums up, “Classic European Style is characterised by its use of symmetrical designs, neutral colours and traditional furniture pieces. It often features ornate architectural details such as intricate mouldings, large windows and beautiful arches, grand foyers with sweeping staircase, elegant formal rooms, as well as antiques, chandeliers and artwork. We employed the style but the approach was minimal, borrowing subtly from its elements but not being blatant about it and maybe adding a hint of modern.”

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