Designing a Dutch-Inspired Residence in Kerala: A Self-Taught Architect’s Journey
The Dutch-inspired residence in Kerala designed by a self-taught architect who has studied architectural marvels in Sri Lanka would be a project that showcases a unique blend of traditional and modern elements. The exterior of the house could be designed to feature the typical gable roof of Dutch architecture, but with traditional Kerala materials and motifs incorporated into the design.
This home in New Delhi puts the spotlight on traditional Indian artwork| Remarkable Living
With a successful career spanning two decades, interior designer Amrita Guha has made a name for her distinct style – blending a raw, almost minimalist aesthetic with the ornate intricacy of many of India’s traditional crafts. This conscious decision to incorporate the work of India’s wide range of craftsmen into this 14,000 sq ft family home means that just about every corner has a story behind it.
Our clients are a family based in the US and connected with us after seeing some of our past work and resonating with it. They desired a clean modern home but one that brought in facets of their Indian heritage, color and art in a way that was intentional and curated.
House with a Traditional Chettinad Courtyard Between 2 Trees in Bengaluru : By Technoarchitecture
Between Two Trees is a three-storey residence adapting to a need for varying levels of privacy. The design language of the home focuses on the fusion between Indian and Balinese architectural styles, while playing with natural materials. One is welcomed into the house by two massive trees that become the entrance gateway to the building.
Artist, Basuki Dasgupta: “Exploring Intricate Patterns and Reflections”
Basuki Dasgupta’s artistic portfolio is diverse and encompassing, ranging from free-associative, non-representational creations to depictions of his beloved puppet-like figures. His sources of inspiration span Bengali tribal lore, folk traditions, the symbolism of goddess Durga, the principle of Shakti, and Baul music.
THE JADE HOME, Chennai : A family home for 4, desinged by Studio Sunita Yogesh
It is home to a family of 4; an elderly couple and their two daughters. They wanted an extremely functional home with an old-school feel yet not too traditional looking.Our clients were looking for a homely space to carry out their individual and family activities comfortably; a simple apartment that was warm and cosy, a space where they could find a sense of calm from the buzz and stress of city life.
THE GREAT OUTDOORS FIND THEIR CALLING IN THIS MODERNIST HOME BY STUDIO RUH
Spread over the second floor and terrace level, the Open-Plan Residence is the resultant of a tryst with Tropical Modernism. Adding much-heightened character to the outdoor terrace are a bespoke red cow sculpture and suspended bronze horse figure alongside furniture by Beruru and The Purple Turtles.
Have a walk through, through this stunning, 25,000 sqft, spanning 2 floors, including 4 guest suites and 1 master suite, a pool, an entertainment gaming area with an outdoor deck.
Colours, prints, plants, lots of sunlight, animals and a super cute pup is all that makes Devika Narain home, what she calls an Indie-Scandanavian home in the middle of the city of dreams, Mumbai. There’s a hidden gem in every corner of her house and we absolutely love that about this space.
This Bengaluru home’s design is inspired by Sri Lanka’s Tropical Modernism
When homeowner Radeesh Shetty approached Kavya Sheth of Studio Ruh, he had a one-line brief for his abode’s design — to make it like a home in Sri Lanka. Being personally inspired by Sri Lankan architecture- Shetty who is the founder and director of Beruru, a Bengaluru-based garden lifestyle brand said “Sri Lankan architecture is what I wanted my home to reflect.
“Indian home décor ideas that match five distinct personality types”
We are all drawn to different decor styles, so it’s imprudent to assume that all extroverts would end up liking loud spaces. However, the law of averages states that our traits do affect our choices, so we’ve taken five broad personality traits to put together distinct and alluring Indian home decor ideas that could appeal to each.
“Pusphatma” BY K.N Associates : A luxurious Vadodara Home, built on 13,500 sqft area
“PUSHPATMA” began at a rather sweet note where the homeowners were a simple, close-knit family who wanted a humble abode; that hits a sugary note with every modern, contemporary as well as culturally-steeped elements. The house comes across as a geometrical riot where different forms of squares, rectangles and circles are visibly juxtaposed.
Aatmaja : A Stunning 16,000 sqft Home, on the outskirts of Ahmedabad, by Studio Vogelkop
“When we first visited the site, we saw that there was a Lake towards the North, which instantly made us take the decision to have the house opening towards that side. This helped in providing shade to the landscape on the North façade.
The “House of Weaves”, Mumbai : A multigenerational family home by QUIRK Studio
Located in Mumbai’s plush residential and business hub – BKC, the “House of Weaves” is a three-generational family home that presents itself as a tapestry of emotions and a grounded ethos that stems from the identity of its inhabitants.
THE HOUSE OF DETAILS, APARTMENT 27 : by Ameliorate Design Studio
Crafted with elegance & exuding luxury in each detail. A family which is well renowned and reputed, wanted us to help them start their new journey in their massive 3,000 sqft 5-bedroom apartment in Thane, Mumbai. As social members of the society and active participants in social events and gatherings, the Home Owners wanted their home to depict “luxury and sophistication”.
