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Anjali Mody creates a chic fusion of Parisian and Brooklyn influences in Mumbai
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Have you ever heard of a holiday home in the bustling metropolis of Mumbai? Or a faux fireplace in Maximum City? Well, brace yourself, because the design wizards at Purple Backyard led by Kumpal Vaid have conjured up a celestial haven right in the heart of the city! It is a testament to the mettle of […]
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Nestled amidst 400 mango trees, the Mango orchard mansion in Gujarat’s Karamsad city spans an impressive 14,000 sq ft of built up space. The entryway to the residence is led by a 150 ft cobble stoned driveway that ends in a cul-de-sac and leads to a mild steel entrance canopy that connects to the main […]
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Demystifying a charming slice of India’s colonial past. Illustrating impeccably nuanced design ideologies and aesthetics. Enriched in India’s rich textile grandeur and reminiscent of Kerala’s cultural history. “This home is an endearing gift from a father to his daughter,” describes Meera Pyarelal, Founder and Interior Designer, Temple Town, referring to the 5,000 sq ft home […]
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For over thirty years, Jill Bokor has combined her love of art, design and philanthropy with her entrepreneurial skills. With her extensive experience in publishing that began at the NEW YORK Magazine, serving as publisher and editorial director of the internationally influential Art + Auction—Bokor has developed a discerning eye for all things good design. […]
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Aptly christened Ferelith, a feminine Swedish name, the bespoke apartment in Mumbai plays host to unconventional ideas and design narratives. The 700 sq ft home designed by Ms Subhangi Vaidyanathan, founder, FURNICHEER encompasses a bohemian vibe with a strong sense of identity. It was a serendipitous experience during the homeowners’ visit to FURNICHEER’s studio where […]
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If you’re bored of gold and silver and looking for something more ‘concrete’ in jewellery, Studio Renn and Material Immaterial might have something in store for you. A ring in acid-treated concrete, reinforced with blackened 18K grey gold and brilliant-cut round diamonds sounds like a definite collector’s item, doesn’t it? “The idea of concrete as […]
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Recognised for its highly refined sensibilities that are elevated by traditional craft techniques, Ahmedabad-based design house This and That was conceptualised by Ariane Thakore Ginwala in 2016. Fascinated by the rich diversity of Indian crafts and contemporary sculptures around the world, Thakore’s innate eye for detail found a match in a carpentry workshop in Ahmedabad. […]
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“Good design to me is practical, seamless, interwoven effortlessly into the lives of people who interact with it,” says Pavitra Rajaram from her home in Mumbai. Further adding, “And most importantly, it’s sustainable and made with materials that are good for the planet and the environment.” With a passion towards colours and patterns, Rajaram’s home […]
Breaking away from their customary neutral palette, Archis Patel and Tanvi Rajpurohit from a+t associates astonishingly play with colours and patterns at this three-storey mansion in Anand, Gujarat. Home to a family of five, the Keshavam bungalow is spread across 5,000 sq ft in a plush community. Comprising five bedrooms, the initial discussions with the […]
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Heirloom pieces inherited from client Rajeela and Shrinivas Bhat’s ancestors paved the way to the design philosophy of this beautiful Bengaluru home designed by Vedanth Design Studio. Situated on Outer Ring Road, the home has a beautiful pillar sourced from Puducherry adding character to the space, along with traditional architecture seen through teak furniture pieces, […]
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Situated in a 200-year-old building of a defunct mill complex in Mumbai’s buzzing Lower Parel district, we make our way into Good Earth’s revamped headquarters at Raghuvanshi Mills. Endeavouring to reimagine the grandeur of lakeside yalis (graceful wooden homes) along the Bosporus strait from the Ottoman era, under the creative leadership of founder Anita Lal and […]
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“Good Design is design that ages gracefully, is timeless and is holistic,” says Ravi Vazirani. With a penchant for detail and utility, Vazirani’s West Elm’s picks mirror his affinity towards minimal and modern pieces that can be layered. Materiality and the dialogue between materials is crucial to Vazirani as he steers towards design language that […]
Relaxed and laid back in its demeanour but at the same time beautifully nuanced and detailed—Vinithra Amarnathan from Weespaces creates an elevated space in south Bengaluru inspired by the California chic aesthetic. Spread across an approximate area of 3,200 sq ft, this apartment is home to a US return couple, their father and five-year-old daughter. […]
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Between the concrete and glass of Mumbai’s satiated city life, tucked away on the eighth floor of a fancy Lower Parel high rise, is the maximum city’s latest urban lifestyle club. Conceptualised by Vivek Narain and Sonya Jehan— niche, exclusive and at a sprawling 56,000 sq ft—The Quorum Mumbai is the brand new members-only ‘It […]
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Innovative. Useful. Honest. Long-lasting. Environmentally friendly. Unobstructive and so on. Good design can be all these things and more. But what is good design really? Innovative or traditional, simple or complex, a good design must serve a purpose and communicate an idea effectively. Focused on creating a positive change, good design must inspire smart craftsmanship […]
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It is often said, design is intelligence made visible while good design is a language of sorts. Extending similar ideologies are two of our beloved—Sarah Sham, principal designer at Essajees Atelier and global decor giant West Elm. Foraying into the Indian markets with their first brick-and-mortar store in Mumbai this month, it’s set to launch […]
Words have an incredible power to move us; however, it is often through pictures that one can truly understand the real story. Today, on the occasion of World Photography Day, ED lists some of the many photographers from around the world who created a pathbreaking social and cultural impact in the field of storytelling through […]
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Boasting of vernacular elements to unify traditional concepts with a balanced measure of modernity—this Pune apartment, home to a young art-loving couple, gives us major revamping goals! “Our idea behind designing this 1,200 sq ft apartment was to maximise usable carpet space. So, we decided to demolish all possible internal walls to convert them into […]
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When a nation is born, the arts and artists play an integral role in effectively articulating a shared idea of the country to its people. During India’s freedom struggle against colonialism, Indian art and literature flourished and soon became a source of national pride. Be it bringing back the memories of the unparalleled emperor Shivaji […]
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Revelling in luxe interior elements and a charming harmony of spaces, this elaborately laid out home at Tatvam Villas, Gurugram unfolds like a delightful extravaganza one room at a time! From glossy surfaces and metallic finishes to bold colours and unusual contours, this home is a faithful showcase of the perennial ‘maximal’ design approach. Known […]
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Art Deco in a modern Mumbai high rise may seem strange bedfellows at first glance, but at this family home it is a boisterous combination that surely works! Home to a lawyer couple and their two young sons, this chic three bedroom abode is spread across 3,500 sq ft in one of the many high […]
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Blending heritage family treasures with contemporary architecture and structural engineering, almost seamlessly is the Roshans’ home in Khandala, India. Spread across 22,400 sq ft on a five acres plot, the family vacation escapade offers expansive views of the Rajmachi hills. In the quest to understand the psyche and needs of every family member, Architect Grigoria […]
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