The brief called for easy movement, comfortable seating and minimal decor. At the same time, the language had to fulfil the son’s preference for a modern, clean-lined aesthetic. We managed to combine these varied sensibilities into a cohesive aesthetic.
The main door opens directly into an invisible intersection between the living and dining areas, anchored by the wall opposite the entrance, which features fluted wooden panels with a mirror center piece.
Spacelift: Transform your balcony into a gorgeous oasis, with Twinkle Khanna
Who said you couldn’t have a beautiful yet functional space in your home without creating a gaping hole in your bank account? Let’s debunk that myth, shall we? Our Tweak founder, Twinkle Khanna puts her hard hat back on in our new DIY design series, Spacelift, a show where she will be giving quick tweaks and tips on how you can do makeovers around your house.
An Elegant & Spacious, 3Bhk, Mumbai Home, by AUK Design Studio
“Doing this project for a client who brought us on board for a second time over after a decade of doing his first apartment, made us more humble than proud. The Design approach or the thought process was to allow the simple amalgamation of volumes to flow well with one another seamlessly (without any visual hindrances), and to view every detail worked up without being overshadowed with openable shutters.
Jhulas are a symbol of our carefree childhood, and they also remind us of festivals like Teej or scenes from Hindi movies where peacocks dance and carefree girls giggle as they swing back and forth to mark the beginning of the rainy season.
Brass & Hues : “A Modern Traditional Bangalore Home by House of Ruya”
In the fast moving world today, home is the place that keeps us tied to our roots. It is our haven to unwind, to enjoy and to feel like it’s our solace.
Our latest project was in Vaishnavi Terrace, a 2500 square feet apartment, in an up and coming area in Bangalore.
The elegant 2,900 Sqft, 4bhk Keystone Skyvillas, Vadodara by Crossboundaries Studio
A show-flat could possibly become an interior designer’s dream project! Elements, spaces, materials can be used in most thrilling and attractive ways, to showcase an aspirational lifestyle, sans constraints and conditions. The Crossboundaries Studio has put together an exciting new show-flat at Keystone Skyvillas in Vadodara, which truly exhibits the many ways in which the apartment can become a home.
The Stunning, 6,500 sqft, “Balinese Beach House”, Chennai, by The Auburn Studio
“The first lockdown imposed during the COVID-19 pandemic led our clients to rethink their spaces. The idea of renovating their 20 year old beach house just outside city limits sounded like the perfect distraction from the everyday chaos of being locked inside their city apartment.
Away from the bustling chaos of a city, this quaint 3 BHK home is on the urban fringe of the diamond city amidst enchanting landscapes and natural hues. The neat and serene spaces were the confluence of the design narrative. The aim was to achieve materiality with a minimalistic approach.
A Warm & Cosy Home Nursery, Vadodara, by Malvika Acharya Designs
“This nursery, formerly a guest bedroom, was briefed to be a comfortable yet functional child-friendly room. The clients’ primary requirement was to have a kid-friendly space with neutral colors and accents of gender-specific color subtly incorporated into the design. Going with the brief, the sage green of the wainscoting, white walls, and other furniture were decided before the baby was born.
“A 900 sqft, Bachelor Pad with incredible views of the Arabian Ocean”, at Versova, Mumbai by AVVO Architects
Catering to the client’s specific requirements of having an open canvas, the Beachside Bachelor Pad, as the name suggests, is an epitome of freedom and fun with youthful subtlety. The spatial composition focuses on a sense of comfort in each space.
A 200 sqft, Studio Apartment, Ambernath by Dandelion Sky Interiors
A common constraint in urban living today is space. As housing prices climb steadily upward, apartments are undeniably shrinking. Solutions to this are generally scarce, but a keen eye for design can be a saving grace. With the renovation project at Nano Estates in Ambernath, Dandelion Sky Interiors exactly how it’s done.
The “T House” : A Contemporary / Mid-Century Modern Home, Gujarat, by Studio Course
The plot, sits within a community of 15 other bungalows, which had to abide to the Builder’s common plans, facade planning, finishing treatment and appearance. Due to these constraints, the internal spaces and planning became our way to experiment with the design of this house.
Architects Deepak Guggari and Rashi Sanson of VDGA Architects bridge Modern Design with tradition in their bespoke Home Project
A welcome change from the cramped and clustered city spaces, Castle Royale in Pune is a step towards expansive housing. Brought to life on a rustic backdrop, the house evokes a sense of nostalgia while exuding a quiet calmness with its refreshing view of abundant green canopies.
Re-envisioning a place called Home -A Gorgeous 3,229 sqft, Singapore Home
Veshali Visvanaath (founder, curator and interior designer at the Singapore based antiques and furniture store Prakalyam Gallery) has an impressive portfolio of expertly designed and executed, residential and commercial projects. The latest from her portfolio is the 3,229 sq.ft. apartment in Singapore belonging to the beautiful couple, Kavitha and Irving.
Designer Krsna Mehta’s Home is full of Inspiration for the Decor Enthusiast
The safe rule to use colours in a home, especially a smaller one, is to have a couple of schemes and stick to them. But designer Krsna Mehta isn’t one to follow convention. At his 1,100 sqft Breach Candy apartment in Mumbai that he shares with his cats Baileys and Google, colour reigns supreme.
