City Homes
A love letter to the city: A home by Studio KE Architects that blends nostalgia and modernity
To be acquainted with a residence named ‘16 Screens House’ is an exciting play of imagination as well as all that the space encompasses within. In a gated society in Vadodara, Gujarat, stands tall, a 5,750 sq ft edifice embellished with sixteen screens that form a linear box-like frame juxtaposed with the rest of the […]
Where life races ahead at a rapid pace amidst the clamour of modernity in the city of Mumbai, Studio Osmosis beckons you into a 2,400 sq ft home on the 15th floor of Windsor Grande Terrace, where time slows down and aligns harmoniously with the universe. The essence of Shunya, the eternal circle of life, […]
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Standing proud in a gated community in Vadodara, Gujarat, this home by MS Design Studio perfectly ties together contemporary and traditional. With a neutral base of black, white, beige and grey, pops of colours breathe life into the spaces. By choosing this muted palette with careful deliberation, the studio helmed by Manav Patel and Shivangi […]
Mind, body and soul—the layers of life. An exploration into the many different levels on which we experience our daily existence. And just like us, our homes are no stranger to this term. Crafted on similar layers, the Layered House by P&D Associates unravels nuances of functionality, aesthetics and personality. Designed by Devang Patel and […]
Named after the heavenly abode of Lord Shiva, Mansarovar finds the sublime balance between embracing natural materials and contemporary design. Amongst the flourishing cascades of green, the house has a propensity for combining the nostalgic with the practicalities of modern living, evident by the rustic material palette, the masterfully curated decor and a keen reverence […]
Commissioned by a couple living abroad as a sanctuary for their young family, the project named Bloom is a masterful fusion of traditional Indian aesthetics and modern design. “We like to experiment creatively with styles, materials, textures, and colours, which explains all the contrasting pieces in the home that still sit wonderfully together. The trifecta […]
Architects often contend with requests into conjuring up homes etched in the memories of their clients. Nostalgia is a bitter friend that does not let you move on, it does not let you take risks and reinvent oneself. In most cases that may be a limiting factor to the personal development but this home in […]
Sitting across the street from Jehangir Art Gallery and the historic David Sassoon library is an enduring veteran of a building with a painted yellow facade, gleaming teakwood galleries and beautiful stained glass. Transformed by her fortitude and a year of perseverance, the historic Sassoon Building has been brought back to life by interior designer […]
Rooted in culture, Form And Function designs a quintessentially Indian home in Teynampet, Chennai embracing a mixture of traditional Indian motifs with minimalist ordinance. Awash with natural light, founder, D. Priya and designer Krishnamithra enchant you into losing yourself in this quaint 900 sq ft abode. A home away from home for the Indian couple […]
When it comes to designing homes, designers are vested with one of the most intimate matters of the homeowner’s life. Manu Gautham and Sneha Ostawal of Source Architecture undertook the task of identifying the hidden taste of their client to create a comfortable oasis for them in a four-bedroom home in South Bengaluru. Hitting the […]
Nowadays, the bathroom is considered as a place of retreat and rituals. It can be your own relaxing home spa or a joyful space designed to energise your morning routine. With balanced shapes and colours, the Zencha bathroom series designed by Sebastian Herkner for Duravit appeals to the senses. Inspired by traditional Japanese rituals and […]
Stripes of serendipity are visualised in this classic home that overlooks the quaint valleys of Ralamandal wildlife sanctuary in Indore, Madhya Pradesh, composed by founders Gourish Jaiswal and Shubha Suryavanshi of the architecture and interior studio Atelier Earth. This three-bedroom home spanning 2350 sq. ft. area is a confluence between the au courant and authentic. […]
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A glance at this Kashmir-inspired house of 1,900 sqft juxtaposed in the modern dwellings of Sarjapur, Bengaluru, crafted by Kamini Rao, Founder of Studio Slip and Sharon John, Project Design Lead narrates the process of how functionality met culture. Infused with Kashmiri motifs and captivating a thirst for nostalgia, this abode is designed to pay […]
Wouldn’t it be adventurous and rhapsodic if the space that you call home transports you to a mood of zen and nostalgia right when you set your foot in? A glance at this Bengaluru home crafted by Nain Belliappa, Founder-Creative Director of Houseof9Design spills the secrets of concocting precisely that kind of a dwelling…modern in […]
When it comes to decor, a traditional style is comfortable and often predictable. Some may say conventional is outdated, but there’s a reason the style is still popular—for its warmth, comfort and familiarity. Home to a family with similar beliefs, Sunita Yogesh Studio crafts an oasis of calm with functionality and an old-school appeal. A […]
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 […]
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 […]
Unravelling a significant sense of spirituality in simple and serene style is this Jammu home by principal designers Ranjeet and Shreenu Mukherjee of The Vrindavan Project. Sprawled over a sizable 10,000 sq ft space the shared residence displays a delightful demeanour with its design in a bountiful blueprint of eight bedrooms. Embodying a material melange […]
Embodying everyday luxury with ease, this Vancouver home by Kelly Deck, Principal Designer of Kelly Deck Design exhibits an effortless, elegant aura. Nestled on the foot of the North shore mountains, the 6,200 sq ft new construction envisions a timeless, thoughtful home for Kimberly Vaage Jones and her doting family of five. While the firm […]
‘Stellar homes and even more spectacular common areas,’ perfectly describe Svasa Homes by a third-generation entrepreneur, Ravi Machani. Taking that very privilege, experience and critique in mind, Machani along with design world’s leading names Gayathri & Namith Architects and Mancini Design, Bali Landscape Company, together have crafted this residential project that sprawls three acres of […]
In Alwarpet, a quiet leafy neighbourhood of Chennai, the Anya residence is a home for a young couple that harnesses natural light and space to create visual impact. In the hot and humid Chennai climate, greenery played a pivotal role as the house had ample scope for landscaping on all sides. The brief for founder […]
A palatial bungalow in Vadodara, designed by K.N.Associates finds its muse in natural materials and finishes by creating an abode that is earthy and amicable. Principal architects Narendra Joshi and Pritesh Patel have incorporated their firm’s signature style by assimilating exposed brick walls, jaalis and the traditional jharokha. Supplementing the facade of the bungalow, a […]
With an interior footprint spanning 1,000 sq ft, Restro Qualia by Principal Designers Devang Patel and Pratik Siddhpura of P&D Associates features an on-site café and mocktail bar with a dining space for almost 50 people. Located in Bharuch, the outpost has an exposed ceiling complemented with rough finishes. Subtle and uncomplicated, the layout consists […]
We’d love to live in a house that ages gracefully over time! That’s why we’re in awe of this simplistic abode christened ‘Art of Minimalism’ by Vivek Kadecha, founder and principal designer of Vivek Kadecha Interiors, Lifestyle & Design. This 700 sq ft home in Ahmedabad is a canvas of integrated spaces and textures with […]
With a penchant for meditative calmness, the 2,500 sq ft Morning House by Karan Darda Architects is fashioned to render an ambience with spiritual opulence and simplicity. Nestled in one of Pune‘s prime residential zone, this four-bedroom apartment is encompassed with dense foliage and opens out to the view of a panoramic hill. “The homeowners […]
There’s no chance that we won’t crush over a facade that’s wrapped in exposed bricks! Painted in a traditional hue, this home christened Brickly Affair by Greyscale Design Studio embraces a vernacular charm with concrete modernity. The earthy home sits on a 2,400 sq ft plot in Bengaluru and has three levels. It is crafted organically […]
Exuding a warm and animated essence, this Florence-styled residence by The BAD (Bureau for Architecture and Design) Studio unfolds like a free-verse poetry in consonance with the spaces and their functions. The 4,000 sq ft residence in Surat is split into two levels to resonate with the ever-evolving lifestyles of the homeowners—a family of four […]
Crafted with illuminating patterns, details and handmade pieces, Anand House is a minimal residence weaved together like a rich elegant tapestry. This 3,050 sq ft home designed by Kuryaāt Spaces and Arts celebrates Vadodara’s heritage of exposed bricks. The four-bedroom residence is tucked amid a choreographed cluster of bungalows, away from the urban edifice, and boasts […]
Extracting essence from the traditional science of houses and explicating it in a contemporary style, this 3,500 sq ft project titled ‘traditional affinity’ by Thought Parallels Architecture remains grounded to its roots. Tucked within a private paradise of nature, this house in Kerala is a living example of harmonious design typology. It features an H-shaped […]
We love buildings with bricks. And here are six such constructions that make the most of this versatile and traditional material. Take cues from these structures and how each one uses bricks in a diversified manner for a vernacular tinge. Castle Royale by Varsha and Deepak Guggari Associates (VDGA) Nestled amongst green canopies, this warm […]
