Innholdsfortegnelse for June 2018 i The Ideal Home and Garden

I always knew that my heart and mind was inclined towards the aesthetically beautiful interiors. But while recently working on a project for one of our group magazine, which took me to different parts of India, covering many heritage sites (few of them part of UNESCO’s World Heritage Site), I found my new found love for architecture. After a long long session of discussions on buildings and heritage sites, the team nose-dived and explored many stunning examples of modern, neo-classical, post modern architecture and their creators who have broken conventional rules and pushed the boundaries of their professions, to achieve perfection. We decided to celebrate these architects who have inspired generations to go beyond the physical in investigating and exploring the possibility of planning, designing, and construction (pg 65). Let’s…

1 Inspiration behind Le Jahan? I have always been interested in packaging. One of the major reasons was the lack of availability and my strong belief in ‘Make in India.’ 2 The collections reflect? The collections reflect a grandeur in the mundane and otherwise disposable packaging. 3 Motivation behind the brand? Born out of necessity and a lack of good quality and tasteful accents. 4 Your normal work day is like? I love waking up to a working day because it means I will be able to create something that will take someone’s breath away. 5 What cheers you up at work? When a new product turns out exactly the way you imagined it would and the customer loves it as much as us. 6 Working with artisans? Yes. We…

For a perfect table setting, stick to one or two colours. Let the greens do the magic Stylise the heart of the house by taking cues from designs of the past Because first impression do count. Try keeping your entryway rustic to bring in warmth and welcoming aura Sit back and breathe in some me-time with a setting that oozes sunny side up theme Flaunt your love for Indian art and blend it well with nature…

GOOGLE HOME MINI  4,499/store.google.com The Google Mini is the best option if you’re seeking entry level smart speaker. Aesthetically appealing Google assist is conversational and contextual The speaker is surprisingly loud for its size The base of the speaker is colour customisable 9,999/store.google.com Living in the digital age where smartphones have revolutionised our lives in many ways, the newly used term ‘smart homes’ have become more of a way of living than ever before. One such smart device is the recently launched Google Home. A voice recognition speaker, the Google Home acts as your regular speaker or as “Your Personal Assistant.” Designed to give a cylindrical shape that undoubtedly is quirky, the device comes in a unique dual tone finish. The upper half is made up of white coloured plastic,…

01 LE CORBUSIER 02 SATISH GUJRAL 03 BRINDA SOMAYA 04 ALFAZ MILAR Celebrating the issue’s theme ‘India Inspired’ pushed us to celebrate designs and their creators, who did not just marvel in history, but continue do so as time evolves. The beauty in their designs is immortal, the talent they possess is unquestionable and the ideas they put to table are timeless. Here are four influential architects from the era who are the game changers and have left or leaving a trail of legacy behind them. 1 Le Corbusier There is a thin line between art and architecture and Fondation Le Corbusier walks it with enviable ease. His work is popularly referred as giant in modern architecture. In 1950, India’s prime minister Jawaharlal Nehru invited the architect Le Corbusier to…

AR. ANAND MENON & AR. SHOBHAN KOTHARI (ADND) Please tell us a bit about yourselves? Ar. Anand: Graduated from KRVIA. My work stint included a summer internship in the third year with Ar. Rahul Mehrotra to my first full time employment with Ar. Nitin Killawala. A work opportunity overseas took me to Dubai for four years where I was employed with two international British firms. Ar. Shobhan: After graduating in 1998 from KRVIA, I was immediately involved in design of a deaf and mute school run by my family. This was a project that gave me a good insight into the practical side of the profession. Did my internships at Kiran Kapadia and Nitin Killawala - both of whom have had a significant impact in shaping my career as a…

FACT FILES Name of the project: Codename Mumbai Dreams The Builder: Shapoorji Pallonji & Nirmal Lifestyle Typologies: 1BHK, 2BHK and 3BHK premium homes A home is a memory that lasts forever, where the walls clasp treasured moments, the ceilings shelter love and laughter, the quiet corners offer a much-needed pause. It’s a space where life can be cherished. The true feeling of joy, accomplishment and contentment comes to you when you hit one of the most important milestones of your life – Owning a home that you always dreamt of. Enter Codename Mumbai Dreams, Shapoorji Pallonji’s upcoming residential project in the heart of Mumbai’s metropolitan region, Mulund. This residential complex will be built with state-of-the-art amenities. The site is also well connected to the city’s railway lines & arterial roads…

Green Zone Today the environment around us is highly polluted. The metros are slowly, but steadily turning into concrete jungles. Trees are getting either pruned or completely hacked in the garb of development. What are we giving our coming generations – nothing but pure garbage. It is magazines like TIHG that is spreading awareness among the new generation about the benefits of growing trees in our close vicinity and plants withing the four walls of our homes through Green House articles. As an environmentalist, and an enthusiastic reader, I have a simple request to the Editor - try and incorporate more articles on how to bring the outdoors indoor. In this way the young generation will at least show an inclination towards growing more trees. Abhinav Deshmukh (Environmentalist), Pune On…

Catering to the upwardly, cosmopolitan clientele of the vicinity, the Tony & Guy is spread across 1,550 sqft and was designed to create a distinctive salon space-inside and out-to help introduce the brand to its setting. Talking about the challenge while setting the space, Bhanu Kharbanda shares, “The aim was to create a unique identity with the help of the building facade and the desired functionality of a salon. We were asked to create different spaces for varied activities in order to create an overall continuous and homogeneous space.” The salon uses a warm and grounded design strategy, centered around an industrial look and feel. The spatial layout helps craft a largely free-flowing interior space. As you enter, a reception accosts the visitors, opposite to which lies a waiting area.…

Bring in strong elements in living area with lush green corner and beautiful trunk table. Add bright hues and bold motifs to your bedroom space for a rejuvenating feel. For a perfect table for two, lights, arts and colours play an important role. Bring in fresh flowers for a romantic appeal. Whether you prefer a refined atmosphere, vintage or rustic, do not forget to play with crystal chandelier and coloured glassware in your bar setting Enhance the look of a foyer with black background loaded with motifs and Indian decor pieces.…

Graduated from Aberdeen University in 2004, Andy Fairgrieve has been a Dufftown resident for the past 12 years. Andy feels that there has been a dramatic change in his life since he got involved in Glenfiddich Artists in Residence programme that acts as a bridge to the art world. Today he is the sole organiser of the ever-expanding global art programme and believes in creating art from trash and convert it into something meaningful. According to Andy, art has no language, it can speak to you in obnoxious ways and can capture humanity of love. Andy has been shaped, moulded and created by the experiences he had in past while working in a publication house, a construction company and in an agriculture field. Now working in a distillery is altogether…

OWNER’S PRIDE The Owner: Parineeti Chopra Location: Bandra, Mumbai Built up Area: 2,815 sqft Designer In charge: Shabnam Gupta The living room of Parineeti’s home emits a modern chic vibe. The design envisioned for this beautiful home is an amalgamation of modern meets vintage. The living and the den are separated by a door that celebrates the herringbone pattern achieved with veneer and bison board, the den houses a lavish white library cum TV unit with few niches hand painted in poppy colours and the same choice of colors reflecting in the knobs. The dining reflects a chic swag with the black and white herring bone pattern in the floor with sea green and black slate stone, the dining chairs in varying colorful upholstery. The black and white combination also…

Legoland Castle Hotel, California The Legoland Castle Hotel is a 250 room themed hotel where kids and their families can experience a royal adventure. With an option to choose from three premium themed hotel rooms; Knights and Dragons, Royal Princess or Magic Wizard, the hotel features an entertainment courtyard with play zones for kids of all ages including a LEGO® DUPLO® tot spot, slides, an outdoor stage and movie screen with seating and tons of playful surprises from talking portraits to musical seats and more. Every room features a separate kid’s sleeping area with LEGO building tables and a scavenger hunt. In Dragon’s Den Restaurant and Bar, guests can listen to a self-playing piano, enjoy game-topped dining tables, sit on one of many “audible” chairs and enjoy a California wine…

The latest beauty movement is all about sustainability These brands have tried to explore ways to make the products as environmentally responsible as possible…

“STRONGLY IN STYLE, BIG FLORAL PATTERNS ARE SURE TO CREATE A SPECIAL ATMOSPHERE. GO AHEAD WITH LARGER CONTEMPORARY STYLES TO OLD SCHOOL VINTAGE INSPIRED BOTANICALS TO GIVE CHARACTER TO ANY LIVING SPACE. “GET A LUXURIOUS FEEL WITH WALLPAPERS THAT ARE HIGH ON GRAPHICS. APART FROM CREATING DRAMA, THESE WALLPAPER WILL BE THE FOCAL POINT OF THE SPACE.”…

With never-before options to dress up your space, consoles find a perfect fit. They speak the language of your style – bold, glamorous, rich, traditional yet contemporary. “A console is a standout piece that gives a hint of your personal style and create a focal point on the entryway or in the living room. People these days use it to display their travel finds, souvenirs and items of decor as it works as a perfect pedestal to showcase seasonal decoration tabletops. A console on the entryway with storage works as a great organiser. In modern interiors, designers also prefer going with monochromes to set the backdrop for introducing a pop of colour or combining eclectic style on it without going overboard,” points out Shailander Kumar, CEO and Founder, Fanusta. They…

Joe Hill J Joe Hill is known for his amazing 3D pavement art! For the past seven years, Joe has travelled the world from New York to Shanghai creating his unique 3D street art. He designs his anamorphic paintings to encourage audience interaction. Joe says, “I started by using chalk to create images, and soon realised people like taking their pictures with the art work. They wanted to get on the art work, which requires the art work to be quite interactive. If I know I am working on a project that I know is different, I wake up and spring up from my bed because its new and exciting.” 3D art is challenging, yet it satisfies the inner soul. Joe further states, “As an artist, I don’t let negativity…

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