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Rebirth of ruins. This reasonably fantastical combination of words shapes the pulse of Sanctuary Bar & Kitchen in Goa, which exists quite literally amidst the ruins of a 200-year old Portuguese villa. While the restaurant’s appearance could seem to be a case of architectural serendipity, its intention is simple. To repurpose its ancient, natural landscape for […]
“The design journey was about honouring Goa’s rich heritage while embracing a contemporary approach that resonates with today’s lifestyles, offering homes that truly belong to their time and place,” shares Jugal Mistri, founder and principal architect of his eponymous design firm, JMA Mumbai, as he takes us through the sprawling 25,800 sq ft multi-storeyed villa […]
The mere suggestion of a tropical getaway is enough to elicit a dreamy sigh, ensuing a montage filled with windswept hair, salty air coating one’s tongue and feet soaked in warm sand. Reminiscent of an escapist, luxuriant retreat, this Goan villa by Papersky Studio nestles near Anjuna Beach, parading as the stuff beach house dreams […]
A hospital has to be optimised for functionality. But that doesn’t mean it requires white corridors and intimidating hermetic design. After all, research shows, views of nature, glare-free lighting and a natural colour palette, all speed up patient recovery. At the JSW Sanjeevani Multispeciality Hospital in Dolvi, Shimul Javeri Kadri along with her team at […]
It’s a short flight followed by a long but quite a beautiful drive to Coco Shambhala. We’re hungry and parched. There’s a table laden with food, a view of the sea and you hurriedly chomp down whatever comes your way. Colourful koshimbir, local millet bhakris, a rather interesting lemonade infused with exceptionally aromatic and tender […]
At a distance, a dolphin is porpoising in the sea. Closer to the shore a few dogs play ‘catch’ with the waves. My line of vision is led by the infinity pool back onto the lawn at Ahilya by the Sea. And on my table, I cannot help but steal a glance at the bluish-green […]
The only plan during my stay at Amger was to walk the unruffled pace of its nonchalant neighbourhood, hum along with the chirping birds, observe the paddy landscape around and drape the meditative hue of the sky above. And, that’s when it dawn on me. Words like conscious travel, conservation of heritage and history, affinity […]
Cast away those city blues like confetti because we’re brewing up a concoction of plans to whisk you away for the next grand escape—imagine a snug hideaway cocooned in warmth, and the tantalising scent of pine serenading the senses or a regal rendezvous, where history breathes in every stone and the palace whispers tales of […]
Who would have thought that a humble boat, journeying from the shores of Portugal would wield such a profound influence on the food, architecture and way of life in a far-off coastal town – Goa? Known for its lively nightlife and roads lined with Palm trees, Goa holds a serene charm amidst those colourful facades, […]
An address of leisure. A cove of comfort. Villa Amor in the lush and colonial bylane of Assagao, Goa, is an unmistakable testament to the sentiment of susegad, converging the ‘conscious’ with the art of creativity. Envisioned for Ashi Dua, a film producer, the home with every nook and corner inches closer to a sense of serenity, and […]
Amidst the breathtaking Patnem beach and the serene Colomb Bay of North Goa lies a charming resort that mirrors the tranquillity and simplicity of its surroundings. Kate Abramovitz was approached by Eli David, a frequent customer of Jaali Cafe, to collaborate on room designs and together they found a suitable property. Following Eli’s departure from […]
Stationed as a world of its own with visual intersections of old-world and European design styles, this restaurant in Goa in the quaint but equally abuzz locale of Assagao reflects timelessness. Christened Mystras, it is a fitting reflection of the bold and decadent artistry that Beyond Designs and its founders and principal designers Sachin and Neha Gupta, are […]
Located in Vagator, North Goa, Artius has completed a 6,500 square-feet residential project against challenging weather due to sea winds, humidity, and monsoons lasting for four months. The project utilised raw structural timber and Douglas fir, and a unique building technique called glulam. This residence is the first in India and represents a significant milestone […]
The most eligible bachelor is off the market. From the Scarlet Splendour family, Ciuco found Luna and tied the knot! Both pieces, Ciuco and Luna, designed by Matteo Cibic are made of brass with a resin coat and with a cabinet within. With their name printed in over 200 magazines, Scarlet Splendour, a homegrown luxury […]
The tale is of Anjuna, a historic town in Goa which was famous for the hippie culture it had evolved into as Westerners made their way across exotic Asia in the late 20th century. The lifestyle they developed along with the locals included some bohemian traditions which eventually fostered at a shack-like space, which are […]
The Estate de Frangipani is a sprawling 7413 sq ft private luxury property in Bardez, Goa. Founded by Dhimaan Shah and Nibhrant Shah, Isprava stands upright to show how a home can become a coherent fabric of design styles, blurring lines of distinction and welcoming nature in. Adhering to the fact that Isprava is a […]
What is my favourite thing to do? What do I wish I could do in excess and not face the repercussions? What is the best part about exploring new cities? So many questions, a straightforward answer – good food! Sometimes, a craving for scrumptious delicacies is not enough. We say that because, with an elevated […]
Whether you soak in the beach waters in Goa or not, being drenched in the state’s Indo-Portuguese architecture, culture and cuisine, is a given. Oozing this signature Goan charm with contemporary finesse is Villa Kanai in North Goa designed by Rochelle Santimano, Principal Architect of Studio Praia. The 3,000 sq ft home built by real […]
Laid back but young, electric but inviting and cool yet warm, the breezy winds of Goa never pardon anyone who visits the land of the beaches and ocean! The coastal city wrapped in a trance of cultural eclecticism and lush nature, all at once, Goa undoubtedly is one of the most preferred destinations to unwind […]
Selective with his roles, selective with his choices, Bollywood actor Abhay Deol has a penchant for doing things out of the box. The indie poster boy and thinking actor’s Goan home, located in the middle of a forest, is another out-of-the-ordinary adventure he embarks upon. Trust Deol to find a far flung spot enclosed within […]
Goa, the coastal state on the western end of India, is a cradle of colours and culture that are distinctly idiosyncratic to the place. Here, dotted with bold, chromatic Goan houses in every lane around, what emerges as an edifice rather outstanding is Villa Belanca by Mustafa Eisa & Associates. Enveloped in melodies of white […]
