Surya Namaskar up in the sky: A soulful home in Mumbai by RC Design Studio
JUL 25, 2024
| By Aaushi Kaur
A shaker-style wall sets a tone of refinement in this bedroom and is accentuated by the pop of ruby, floor marble from Aakash Marble, veneer from Acespace Veneer, table fluting from Arte Di Lusso, study chair from Z.J.M. Exports, study chair fabric from A to Z, bedsheet & pillow covers from Sarita Handa & AA Living, Bed Headboard, fabric from A to Z, table lamps from West Elm, curtain fabric from A to Z, styled by Meetu Swani; Photograph by Pankaj Anand
A varying combination of materials are brought to life here with vivacious art work,
floor marble from Aakash Marble, veneer from Acespace Veneer, dining table top marble from Solid Stone co.ltd. (stone source), dining table rotating top glass from See More, dining table base fluting from Arte Di Lusso, travertine marble from Royale RK Marble, dining chairs from Z. J.M Exports, dining chair fabric from A to Z, chair from Hatsu Furniture, curtain fabric from A to Z, artifact from Tresorie ; Photograph by Pankaj Anand
Floor to ceiling windows stand as the sole divider between the sky and the bedroom, floor marble from Aakash Marble, hanging light from Terra Trading, bedsheet from Sarita Handa, throw from AA Living, chair from Hatsu Furniture; Photograph by Pankaj Anand
The master bedroom takes on a modest palette of neutral tones that refrain from clashing with the view, travertine marble from Royale RK Marble, veneer from Acespace, hanging lights from Terra Trading, bed headboard fabric from A to Z, bench from Z.J.M Exports, bedsheet and pillow covers from Sarita Handa, cushion covers and throw from AA Living, curtain fabric from A to Z, chair from Hatsu Furniture; Photograph by Pankaj Anand
Have you ever wondered what it is like to be no longer reaching for but actually living up with the stars? No one in this family has any need for the sunrise alarm clock. Well, because they have the sun greet them every morning instead.
High up on the 71st floor in the upscale locale of Worli lies a 5,000 sq ft apartment that is the perfect epitome for what Mumbai is known for: the city of high-rises. Designers Roozmehr and Cherag Bardolivala of RC Design Studio have designed a 5-bedroom home that really goes to show how well-thought the result can be when the designer and owner partake in careful collaboration with one another.
Floor-to-ceiling windows stand as the sole divider between the sky and the bedroom, floor marble from Aakash Marble, hanging light from Terra Trading, bedsheet from Sarita Handa, throw from AA Living, styled by Meetu Swani; Photograph by Pankaj Anand
The layout of the building is tailored for a modern joint Indian family. They all live under one roof but at the same time would like some sort of separation hence why two apartments were combined and are connected to each other via a foyer. “There are private zones for all to enjoy their daily activities without interfering in each other’s spaces.
The medley of blues from the abstract wall art imbues the media room with a sense of glee, the sofa is from Z.J.M. Exports, centre table from & More Stories, veneer from Ace Space Veneers, sofa fabric from A to Z, rug from Jaipur Rugs, wall art from Siddharth Kerkar, floor marble from Aakash Marble, throw and cushions from AA Living, curtain fabric from A to Z; Photograph by Pankaj Anand
The form of the furniture in the formal living room echoes the curved walls it sits within, the sofa is from Z.J.M. Exports, the centre table is from & More Stories, the veneer from Ace Space Veneers, the sofa fabric is from A to Z, the rug from Jaipur Rugs, throw and cushions from AA Living, curtain fabric from A to Z; Photograph by Pankaj Anand; Photograph by Pankaj Anand
Yet meals are enjoyed together, and cricket matches are watched together in the media spaces.” Therefore, movement and air circulation formed an important part of the design process, especially with the added challenge of curvature in the architecture.
A shaker-style wall sets a tone of refinement in this bedroom and is accentuated by the pop of ruby, floor marble from Aakash Marble, veneer from Acespace Veneer, table fluting from Arte Di Lusso, study chair from Z.J.M. Exports, study chair fabric from A to Z, bedsheet & pillow covers from Sarita Handa & AA Living, Bed Headboard fabric from A to Z, table lamps from West Elm, curtain fabric from A to Z; Photograph by Pankaj Anand
Tranquil shades of green alongside a botanical mural and lightweight materials make the room feel inviting, floor marble from Aakash Marble, wallpaper from Interworld, cushion covers and throw from AA Living, sofa bed fabric from A to Z, sofa bed fitting from Hafele, curtain fabric from A to Z, coffee table from K.K. Metals; Photograph by Pankaj Anand
When the view outside is socompelling, it is best that the colours inside don’t compete with it. Which is why the interiors of the home has taken a step in the direction of judiciously nuanced neutrals. The living and dining areas are clad with a light-hued herringbone veneer whilst each of the bedrooms has its own distinctive wall colours.
The sun casts its light into this room making the lush blue walls sparkle, floor marble from Aakash Marble, veneer from Acespace Veneer, study chair from Z.J.M. Exports, study chair fabric from A to Z, wallpaper from Interworld; Photograph by Pankaj Anand
A varying combination of materials are brought to life here with vivacious artwork, floor marble from Aakash Marble, veneer from Acespace Veneer, and dining table top marble from Solid Stone co. ltd. (stone source), dining table rotating top glass from See More, dining table base fluting from Arte Di Lusso, travertine marble from Royale RK Marble, dining chairs from Z. J.M Exports, dining chair fabric from A to Z, chair from Hatsu Furniture, curtain fabric from A to Z, artefact from Tresorie; Photograph by Pankaj Anand
Here is a family of rather laidback individuals who all share their taste for pastel tones. The 4-year-old princess of this home has her own bespoke wallpaper with illustrations of adorable little hot air balloons and animals.
The master bedroom takes on a modest palette of neutral tones that refrain from clashing with the view, travertine marble from Royale RK Marble, veneer from Acespace, hanging lights from Terra Trading, bed headboard fabric from A to Z, bench from Z.J.M Exports, bedsheet and pillow covers from Sarita Handa, cushion covers and throw from AA Living, curtain fabric from A to Z, chair from Hatsu Furniture; Photograph by Pankaj Anand
A playful and gentle essence is felt in this child’s bedroom with a distinctive character of hot air balloons, floor marble from Aakash Marble, bed from Ikea, side table from Ikea, mirror from Ikea, wallpaper from Life n Colors, hanging light from Kaji Kids, rug from Hatsu, cushion covers & throw from AA Living; Photograph by Pankaj Anand
Oh and the selection of marble is just to die for. A whole sort of materials is thoughtfully considered and then layered in the design here. Travertine is paired with a patinated metal console table in the dining room. A Blue De Savoie marble bathroom has touches of pink tiles and a mirrored pendant bounces light all over Roma Grey marble in the powder room.
Pink accents cause the Blue De Savoie to wink, blue de Savoi marble from Classic Marble Company, pink tiles from Decoreta, mirror from Potterybarn, back painted profile shutters from Hem Glass; Photograph by Pankaj Anand
Organic forms of sanitary ware and lighting sit stylishly amongst the dark-veined marble,gris roma marble from Solid Stone(stone source), basin from TOTO, mirror from White Domus, hanging light from Terra Trading; Photograph by Pankaj Anand
A home isn’t a home without art. Amongst the courtly sliding doors, pops of jewel-coloured fabrics and sophisticated contemporary furniture also lies a dynamic interplay of textures and colours through art. From wabi-sabi inspired to ceramic wall art that represents Hindu astrology to sensuous sculptures, this home certainly is a soulful extension of the family’s personalities.
