Design and Trends
This Goa holiday villa redesigned by Studio Momo is at one with the coastal landscape
Most weekends when they’re there, Aprameya Radhakrishna and Parinita Narain can be found on the katte (Kannada for ‘bench’) in the courtyard, sometimes with a friendly neighbour, always with some piping hot filter coffee. For the couple, such weekend sojourns are a regular occurrence — the happy result of a long-ago manifesto to escape the […]
In the bustling metropolises of Mumbai, Delhi and Hyderabad, the month of July 2023 bore witness to an extraordinary convergence of design, craftsmanship and innovation. MillerKnoll, the amalgamation of two iconic design giants, Herman Miller and Knoll, and their associated brands, Colebrook Bosson Saunders, DatesWeiser, Design Within Reach, Edelman Leather, Geiger, HAY, Holly Hunt, Maars […]
#TrendAlert The Still Life: Find solace in raindrops, like delicate dancers, pirouette upon the stage of our hearts, beckoning us to seek solace in the solemn stillness of our abodes Trend and Style Direction by Yashika Punjabee Styling assistant Juhi Agarwal Buckle up for a cosy adventure, where doing nothing is an art form, and […]
The offline journey of PortsideCafé Furniture Studio started from a small store in 2007. Currently the store in New Delhi houses all the latest designs by PortsideCafé, manufactured in their factory located at Noida by a team of 150 skilled designers, karigars and administrators. The skilled hands of the experienced karigars have been producing top […]
Clever layering and a mixture of opposing textures form the key aesthetic of this 1,800 sq ft Mumbai home designed by MuseLAB for a family of three, with warm minimal tones that bring a respite from the din of the city. The dark oak rafters line the ceiling of the living and bedroom spaces neatly […]
For a perfect cappuccino, each ingredient needs to be of quality. Much like the same, the Cappuccino home by The Little Details follows the same ordeal. Neither too extravagant nor simplistic. Ornate but at the same time utilitarian. Luxurious and yet warm and cosy. Basically, the perfect cup. Designed by Jjesal Lodha of The Little Details […]
It’s rare for an architect to still remain involved in a project almost two years after the homeowners moved into the residence. But not Rajiv Saini. That he’s ensured a shipment of numerous artworks arrived in time for his visit, reminds me of the dialogue from the movie 2001: A Space Odyssey, “I’ve still got […]
Care for a game of chess? This neoclassical inspired two-storey farmhouse designed by UnBox Design with a checkerboard flooring around the verandah is a haven for slow living. The founder, Aman Issar of UnBox Design crafted this 7,000 sq ft two-storey farmhouse for an art collector in a lush green part of South Delhi. The […]
It’s the roots which give a tree its strength, not its branches. This enigmatic Bengaluru home by We Design Studio will take you back to your roots and refresh your childhood memories of open spaces and carefree days. The Otla House designed by principal architects Nupur Shah and Saahil Parikh of We Design Studio, is […]
The idea of something new appeals to each one of us once in a while—be it a trending wardrobe, latest gimmicks or our everyday shelter, hence home. Similar was the case with the owner’s of this 15 year old home revived by Studio Rêve. Designed by Hariti Aditya and Amita Joy, Co-Founder and Principal Designers […]
Art is longing. You never arrive, but you keep going in the hope that you will. Written by the German painter and sculptor Anselm Kiefer, I read and repeat this quote over ten times, before every word absorbs into my intellect. The magic about the word ‘longing’ is wherever you see it, you’ll most likely […]
The kitchen traditionally serves as the engine room of the home. Often referred to as the heart and soul—no matter its magnitude, theme or layout, the culinary space is slowly becoming much more. Functioning as an intimate gathering space, it brings an extra spot for the clan to reconnect, catch up, socialise and of course […]
In a field of fleeting trends, refreshing greys wrapped in the warmth of wood hit like a soothing wave of nostalgia. The sheer comfort and timeless appeal of spacious, sunlit environments with earthy elements and soft fabrics is hard to miss. Bringing the above aesthetic with a contemporary chic inside this Kolkata home is Sakshi […]
There’s pleasure in the way minimalism, functionalism and whimsy come together to form a house. This 1,470 sq ft, the three bedroom home in Lower Parel, Mumbai, reflects the ideals of zen meditation and quiet contemplation. Inspired by Japanese design style, the design is helmed by architecture firm Anomalia and its founder, Bhakti V Loonawat […]
The power of patterns is unparalleled. From waves to stripes to grids, a simple array of lines can redefine depth and enhance the aesthetic appeal of a space Channelling the same philosophy, Sanjay Newaskar and Mansi Newaskar, Founders of Sanjay Newaskar Designs LLP model this 2,500 sq ft Pune home on a morphing grid canvas […]
Kids bedroom design, more commonly known as the official licence to go wild and whimsical. Every inch of this la la land is brimming with our favourite fantasies, from submerged in the sea to jungle and tropical trees. With customised furniture, handmade accents and mood lighting, the designs look straight out of an illustrated book. […]
A home should flow like a narrative, close-knit and coherent, punctuated by thoughtful details. For when the ‘feel’ is scripted to perfection, the ‘look’ spontaneously flows in. Endorsing this theory is Designer, Eshita Marwah and her interior design studio /e (e.aesthete). Taking risks, the firm believes in complementing and contradicting the context in varying proportions. […]
A shelter to dwell, a haven of peace, a break from the hustle and a retreat to relax—a home is all this and so much more. Striding towards acquiring these cosy shores, is this Kerala home by Temple Town. This 12,000 sq ft, The Hill Crest Home situated atop a small hill in Thrissur, Kerala is […]
Do you ever feel the dilemma from hopping on a plane and exploring the world when at home to the need to come back home when travelling? Putting an end to this constant struggle, Studio Bipolar draws inspiration from numerous interior styles across the globe and crafts this Aligarh home. This 18,000 sq ft Wanderlust […]
Come monsoon, the urge to escape into the warm embrace of nature is paramount. Afternoons drag on with endless scrolling through social media, virtually soaking in the surreal beauty of holiday hotspots hoping to zero in on one soon. One such discovery led us to the recent villa addition in the Evolve Back resort in Coorg […]
The blissful charm of tropical landscapes often subconsciously trickle into our visual aesthetic. Consequently, when Nehal Shanghavi, Founder and Principal Designer of Vedanth Design Studio stumbled upon a quaint villa hidden in the rich Brookefield foliage, a fluid design language spontaneously materialised. Nestled in a developed neighbourhood in Bengaluru, the 4,350 sq ft villa is […]
‘Funny how sometimes you just find things’ would best describe Alexander Diaz Andersson’s conception of the Tribeca Loft in New York. Founder and Creative Director of ATRA Form Studio, Alexander loves to craft unique furniture solutions specifically catered to context in his workshop. When Alexander sought to expand his curated collection, a chance encounter with […]
To fabricate a cohesive tale of style and aesthetic, a designer often curates a mood board. Assembled essentially for inspiration, the mini collage holds paramount data about the project, its crux and its aspirations. Mansi Tarneja, Principal Designer of Mansi Tarneja Design Studio fashions her latest venture—a Mumbai home as a life-size mood board. Styled […]
If Monica Geller from F.R.I.E.N.D.S. ever happened to visit the William Street Residence by Ruchi Agrawal Mohan, Principal Designer and Founder of DesignbyRUCHI, she would exclaim, “Now, this is a grown-up’s apartment!” Situated on the 39th floor of the skyscraper 130 William (by renowned architect Sir David Adjaye), the sprawling 12,000 sq ft Manhattan home […]
Hustle bustle, a term that aptly describes Mumbai and lost in this fast-paced crowd are couples from equally demanding professions craving a touch of hush and calm—a perpetual escape. When one such dynamic duo approached Mahek Lalan, Principal Architect at SML Architects, they desired nothing more than a simple, sensible home rooted in the sense […]
How does one capture the essence of a home in a few words, much less in a frame? The curated work of art that Villa 6 is, by tHE gRID Architects, seems to have cracked the nearly impossible task. An apt representation of the Ahmedabad home’s design philosophy, the art pieces are a muted landscape […]
Nothing says classy and elegant like white. Chosen as the dreamy canvas to unleash a plethora of diverse materials and artworks, this home in Ludhiana, Punjab, designed by Talwinder Panesar, Principal Architect at Planet Design & Associates is a vision to behold. The colour palette of the White Wedge House follows a conventional theme of […]
Just as an artist identifies its muse and frames it within their piece of art; a designer anchors the context and outlines a conceptual planning around it. When a panorama of the scintillating Mumbai skyline along with a spectacle of Bandra-Worli Sea Link uncovers as a vantage point, needless to say it adjures to be […]
White makes everything right! The fervour of a freshly spruced up space with clean lines and monochromatic simplicity is a solace for homes in cosmopolitan cities like Mumbai. Trailing this thought process The Architecture Company crafts Apartment 1602. Designed for a young family of four, this 1,400 sq ft abode in Mumbai, styled by Krei […]
Crafted into an earthy environment rendered in a soft palette, this 2,400 sq ft house draws on an extensive brief from its homeowners. Deftly put together by Dimple Motiani and Meetali Mehta, Founders and Principal Designers of 16th Avenue Interiors, the home sprawls as a beautiful 2-BHK space. Located in Ahmedabad, Gujarat this home belongs […]
Spruced up with a free-flowing mood of an independent, joyous lifestyle, The Loft in Panchsheel, New Delhi, is a two-bedroom, 2,000 sq ft home for two sisters and their German Shephard. Designed by Drishty Vaswani and Sidharth Khanna, Co-founders of SAND, an interior design and styling studio, the home seamlessly amalgamates modern and contemporary styles. […]
Delicately bundled up with a passion for design and a vision to create a private sanctuary for a family of four, this Bengaluru home nestled in a gated community in Whitefield is birthed with an enthralling vocabulary of its own. Christened The Grand Finale Home, a name that makes you agog and intrigued to unravel […]
New Delhi-based design practice Navya and a Quarter typify a fresh interior approach of paying homage to history, but in true-blue contemporary style. This 2,500 sq ft home in Greater Kailash 1, New Delhi makes you nostalgic and appreciate the hints of simplicity by establishing yesteryear decor features in context of the present. A capacious […]
Interiors enveloped in a clean and crisp palette of brown, blue and white—Bluewaters Residence crafted by Sachid Umesh of Space_Agency is one such urban home that city dwellers won’t be able to take their eyes off from. Located near Hosa Lake in Sarjapur, South Bangalore, this 1400 sq ft apartment was initially known as a […]
Lately, it’s not just women who are taking centre stage but also their tastes. This 1,600 sq ft bachelorette pad for Paige Rudzin by Justin Charette of Charette Design in the NoMad area of New York flaunts clean lines and shades of green like no other. When Rudzin reached out to Charette via Instagram, the […]
To stare at a bookcase and imagine the books and cute decor accessories that would go with it is a pleasure that your discretion clings on to, when you are at a furniture store. The global design company and Brooklyn-based retailer West Elm in partnership with Reliance Brands Limited is on its way to become […]
Metropolitan city life has its own charms, whims and fancies. With the kind of fast-paced lives people live in these cities, everyone dreams of going back to a home that offers a break from the noise. A quiet, scenic reminiscence of the country life, this home in Bengaluru crafted by ma+rs is a conscious, warm […]
Drawing a conspicuous contrast to the fleet-footed urban city of Bengaluru, Houseof9Design has imagined a residential project that drips with a melodious mood of slow living, while showcasing a compatible marriage between the traits of a modern lifestyle and the old world charm of the colonial era homes. Christened The Southern Plantation Home, the space […]
Paying utmost attention to detail is what Ronak Sekhri, director of Pomegranate Designs, believes his design approach to be. Representing this idea to the T, the Pomegranate team has built as well as designed three brand new luxury apartments, all ready for handover this Diwali. These three abodes replete with a rich blend of contemporary […]
In a world where one can be anything, the architecture and interior design community chooses to be mindful, detail-oriented, focussed on the needs of clients and of course, creative in its maximum capacity. And, sometimes, the ones who stand out are those who believe in going beyond the standard rules and creating interiors and facades […]
As one approaches, a soaring timber clad volume looms into view. The autumnal light shimmers off the glass between the honey coloured brise-soleil. At eye level, two earthen walls underpin the space, yet seem part of the landscape. Beyond, the monsoon drenched garden is visible through the glass pavilions. We are in a country garden. […]
A home by the Tapi, offering panoramic views of the timidly flowing river while being nestled amidst the many bungalow colonies in the vicinity is such a dream, isn’t it? It’s like striking the perfect balance between living a tranquil life in a natural landscape and indulging in the comforts of the built environment! Principal […]
A house, before it transpires into a home, often meets the sweet dilemma of being able to showcase the many personalities of its owners in the most harmonious way possible. This challenge was turned into an opportunity by Gayatri Gunjal, founder and creative director of YellowSub Studio, who artfully crafted a sublime home called Nesavu. […]
Surrounded by a series of independent bungalows, this villa located in the outskirts of Vadodara is the perfect jewel in the crown. Brought to life by principal designers Yatin Kavaiya and Jiten Tosar of Usine Studio with their design team Nirali Bhakta and Chitra Sindhkar, this expansive home dotted with old gulmohar and neem trees […]
Wood and white come together to work wonders in this home crafted by the Alkove-Design. Rendering this space with a warm and comforting farmhouse aesthetic, principal architects Ninada B Kashyap and Komal Mittal celebrate all things natural. Incorporating creamy ivory, dusky pink and soft grey-blue into the palette, this duplex three-BHK in Pune creates a […]
Founder and interior designer of A square designs, Ajay Arya not only flamboyantly designed this penthouse, but also dramatically summarises the needs of the owners in every corner of this home. Arya’s idea of design seamlessly clinches the theatrics of palette and patterns, ensuring that the dichotomy between contrast and brightness reverberates throughout the penthouse. […]
