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Articles by Risha Merchant

Comfort Zone: Conceptualised by Ball-Nogues Studio, the Healing Pavilion is a seating structure for visitors at Cedars Sinai Medical, LA in the US. The intricate detailing of this composition along with the shadows the two inch wide mild steel tubes cast, are meant to captivate visitors. BuroHappold Engineering, LA handled the structural aspects of the […]

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Risha Merchant

Get this look Da Vinci sketch vinyl print and textured finished wooden door fabricated by stylist Vintage compass, industrial bulb and rustic wooden frame from local vendor Swivel chair from The Charcoal Project Fabric crow from Le Mill Bucket iron metal floor lamp from Sanctum Trumpet light, wall mounted light, wall mounted clock, vintage pram from Anemos Brass frame chandelier from Fusion Access Rustic iron lamp from Contemporary Arts and Crafts Bicycle bar stool from Tranceforme Photography floor lamp from Eastern Treasure Lifestyle Recycled teak industrial coffee table from Magnolia Globe from Fabindia Aluminium car from Apartment 9 Vintage compass and industrial bulb, both from local vendor

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Risha Merchant

It was always the dream of Pietro Turri, to form a firm, which would leave an indelible mark in less than half a century. Turning 90 this year, Turri has accomplished a fitting status for being one of the world’s leading manufacturers of elite furniture. We trace the history and present ten facts of this […]

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Risha Merchant

Contemporary or antique? Don’t let your living room pick sides. Exploit your creative freedom just like Sussanne Khan did, to envision this Yoopune apartment. For turning a wide, heighted space into a sophisticated lair, mix contrasts: Old with new, dark with dense and natural. We also encourage bringing together pieces from different eras, so the […]

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Risha Merchant

Ethnic prints form the perfect cast of a modern-day fairy tale. Whether your interior style is traditional or contemporary, you can prop layers of richness with tiles, fabrics and products, and accessorise in bold or neutral hues. For those who are still wary about embroidery being a little too “granny”, take note: Start off with […]

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Risha Merchant

Cactuses and flowers, neons and pastels, lively and homely…If all you need is some Mexican painter Frida Kahlo’s style of contrasts for your casa, then use this setting as your moodboard. Bring out your vintage pieces and flea market finds – mismatched accents narrate the most intriguing stories when paired together. A truly bohemian abode […]

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Risha Merchant

A wise one, perhaps in a perpetual wanderlust, once said, “We travel not to escape life, but for life not to escape us.” To breathe life into your living space by mixing accessories of different centuries and continents, as seen in this Mumbai penthouse styled by interior designer Kunal Shah. To play off that eccentric […]

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Risha Merchant

Get the look Cement leaf platter, concrete Magnets, cement clock from CMYK Concrete alphabets from Gomaads  Noia fabric and yarn necklace from Shades of India Cement decorative lotus platter from The Delhi Design Store Cement tealight holder from InV Home Fabric napkin ring from Nur

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Risha Merchant

Let your imagination run wild as you pick these vibrant finds to create your personal indoor garden. Since each flower has its own shape, style and colour, recognise your type. Small prints in faded pastel hues look soft and lend to vintage aura, while bold florals, in abstract forms can take on a modern art vibe. For […]

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Risha Merchant

If you’ve ever wondered what God’s daily diet is like, we’d imagine it to be just like this – decadent, drenched in dollops of butter or ghee. Here are two recipes straight from the kitchens of Marasa Sarovar Premiere, Tirupati. Go ahead and indulge in some traditional Indian delicacies… Guggillu (Tempered Black Chana) 2 cups […]

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Risha Merchant

Angel figurines and showpieces are pretty passé. See clearly now – statuesque glassware can really put on a show and liven up any barren corner or display cupboard. Easy and unpretentious, these transparent products – candle holders, candy jars, bowls and vases, even picture frames – not only look elegant when put together but also […]

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Risha Merchant

If an intimate country home dotted in fresh colour and rustic finds is your style, Nila Mehta’s 7 Pines hidewaway in Kasauli might be the perfect inspiration for you. While decorating your living room, take cues from nature. Set a handful of greens in a vessel or add bold floral or fauna inspired prints on […]

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Risha Merchant

Turn your spring garden party into a dreamy scene poised enough for the Queen. Look around your backyard for inspiration – flowers of all shapes and colours can be your perfect muse. Turn to the sky, sun, leaves and roses and pick a refined palette of robin egg blue and rosy tints of pink. Interject […]

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Risha Merchant

All that glitters…is perfect for your big bash, golden jubilee or diamond anniversary. Shine up to your guests and loved ones with these sparkling dishes… Japanese Rolls Ingredients 110 ml water, 150 gms avocado, 75 gms sushi rice, 56 gms smoked salmon, 50 gms Panko breadcrumbs, 30 gms Ikura (salmon roe), 28 gms cream cheese, […]

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Risha Merchant

Our cities are filled with all kinds of eaters – the pick-me-up cravers, the-all-natural-diet followers and leftover addicts.We decode the eating habits of each and recommend a not-so-typical twist to each meal. The Junk EaterWith fast food joints springing up in every corner, processed food has become the easiest, cheapest but an unhealthy option. Time […]

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Risha Merchant

Who’d ever imagine that vegetation could make for chic chandeliers? Highlighting the botanical beauties in the most unlikely way, Sonia Rentsch divulges, “ I was fiddling with a bunch of cabbage leaves and thought that they would look incredibly beautiful illuminated,” this sparked the idea for this personal project. Melbourne’s multidisciplinary art director and still life […]

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Risha Merchant

If regular holidays don’t thrill you no more, these spooky destinations definitely will. ED recommends three bone chilling destinations from across the globe, which are definitely not for the faint at heart. 1. Jekyll Island Club HotelThe historic luxury hotel in Georgia has not only housed several famous wealthy Americans, but some of their ghosts […]

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Risha Merchant

If you want to switch to eating healthy all year long, and not just for a week after you’ve made your New Year’s resolutions, these should get you charged and going. Make a clean start with any of these organic goodies.1. Jus Divine Riding on the trend of healthy cold pressed juices, Mumbai based JusDivine promise […]

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Risha Merchant

Is it that time of the day, when all you want to do is stay put in bed, watch reruns of Friends and munch on something thoroughly deep fried? Experiment with consultant chef Samta Gupta’s innovative crunchy munchies to lead you to the ultimate food coma. Black Pepper and Fennel Infused Apple Malpuas with Wild […]

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Risha Merchant
Get the look Blown glass light chandelier from Murano  Black block seaters from B&B Italia  Ebony lacquer finished side tables from The Charcoal Project Colour changing rocks, white sofa, aubergine and zebra print cushions, all personal finds from Italy 

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Risha Merchant

Keep your living room natural and sophisticated just the way EDIDA winner Rooshad Shroff envisioned for a show apartment in Oberoi Exquisite, Mumbai. While you choose muted tones like white and beige as the overall colour palette for your sofas, flooring and curtains, add period style gilded details or accents like dull gold cushions or a cluster of brass top […]

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Risha Merchant
Get this look Tribal print carpet from Cocoon Fine Rugs Charcoal grey seater from B&B Italia  Sofa and coffee table designed by Khosla Associates and manufactured by Timber Works Floor lamp from Crate and Barrel  Painting by Paresh Maity
 

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Risha Merchant

If you wish to strike the perfect balance between modern and heritage styles in your living room, Sunita Namjoshi’s Mumbai apartment designed by architect Rubel Dhuna might be the perfect inspirational guide for you. A natural grey slate flooring, consisting of tiles in different shades, is an easy fusion of contemporary and traditional styles. Anchor […]

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Risha Merchant

Get this look Above, Left Decal motif (on wall) from Visual Seven Antique brass finish filigree lamp from Anemos Handwoven carpet, a part of The Urbane Collection from Cocoon Rugs  Brass side table by Devi Design from Santorini Vintage telephone from Casa Paradox  Gondole Louis XV Chairs part of The Renoma Collection by Ateliers Philippe Coudray for My Tailor Home 

Above, Right Base Grigio, Kost 02, Motif lasercut, Calibre Rossa ceramic tiles from Belleza  Bidri fine bone China platter and Serai cup and saucer from Good Earth  Meherangan porcelain teapot, cup and saucer (set of six) from Tranceforme  Tea spoon from My Tailor Home

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Get the look Above, Left Gradient mountains wall mural by Rebel Walls 

Above, Right Wallpaper by Graham & Brown Paints used on the mountains by Dulux from Taneja Paints and Hardware Fabrics from Clark and Clark from Seasons Club Class and Lounge, Cottons and Satins, First Impression, Nivasa, Safomasi, Villa d’Este, Zynna Whitewashed Oak flooring from Idus Shortcut towel racks by Boffi from Studio Creo Orange falcon bird (set of five) from InV Home White Fiji laundry basket from Good Earth 

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If you don’t want to think straight anymore opt for this decor trend that refuses to be flat. Originated from the Rococo era, curvy designs were prominently seen in Art Deco interiors. A single soft edged element can lend a futuristic feel within your space. Rounded objects not only impart flexibility but also contribute to a […]

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