Innholdsfortegnelse for July 2018 i The Ideal Home and Garden

For me functionality is the key when designing any space, and it’s of paramount importance when making decisions about how I want the space to look. This holds especially true for spaces like the kitchen. I still remember my grandma’s kitchen. She loved placing her dishes in the most artistic way and everything placed at an approachable height and distance. We had a small table with chairs just outside her cookhouse, which used to be the family’s meeting point for conversations and delicious food. Those times are back! Kitchens again are the heart of the home, and therefore before doing up this space, don’t forget your own personality. Once your selection for cabinetry is done, start thinking about colours, pattern, texture or style you really adore. When it comes to…

1. Design to me ... Is a tool to create a positive experience for the end user. 2. Through my designs... I live all my dreams. 3. I draw inspiration from ... Practically everything. Everyday objects. Nature. 4. The design era that fascinates me the most... Modern contemporary - It’s clean and versatile. 5. What I’ve always loved about my work... The sheer joy of creating something new, and the fact that its never felt like work. 6. Studio Kiklee collection includes... Practical everyday easy-to-maintain products that add colour and character to your homes. 7. I’m currently working on... Lots of great products for the coming season. It will be fun, festive and very utility driven - things every house needs. I am excited about our upcoming festive collection. 8.…

With a brief to utilise the given space and covert into a large and expanded breathing space which enhances the natural light dropping from the windows. The owners wanted the house to have a sense of openess and in sync with the nature, so as to capture the natural beauty as much as possible. The designers followed the motto “Simplicity is the key”, and decided to create a modern inspired decor where all the design elements should be in harmony with each other. As you enter the house, the mini garden adjacent to the entrance patio has a sculpture elegance. The golden geometrical jaali used in living area was used to separate the space from the basement. You will fall for the beautiful use of precious stones that was implemented…

The Modular Sofa by Rosenthal Interieur fits perfectly in the new design trend of flat furniture that emphasises graphic furniture in a special way. The sofa features a versatile and expandable design, the clear architectonical alignment, the harmonious proportions and the nest leather of highest quality that invites you to stay comfortably and for a long time. In trendy lemon yellow or elegant grey, the seating module combines the aura of an individual piece of design with the seating comfort of lounge furniture for pleasant moments.…

Yellow Mellow “Go bold with all-time favourite combo yellow and white for some eye-catching flair.” Copper Up “Think beyond cabinets and countertops and add bright accents to your kitchen for a classical feel. To add a modern edge, include sharp black and fuchsia elements at side.” Welcome Wood “If you are looking for an area that stands out, opt for a wooden kitchen. Apart from adding warmth, the place allows you to play with all kinds of colours and patterns.” Fun Space “An eclectic mix of wood finishes and contemporary kitchenware increases the fashion appeal, giving enough space for work in the centre and rejoice at the side.” Brightly White “Grey interiors against the white background give kitchen the simple and neat look required. Minimal colours feature a charming and…

I’m... A frustrated musician in an architect’s attire. Architecture marvel I worked are… The HSBC headquarters, the Centre Pompidou, the Shard and the Waterloo Station. Design Inspiration for me is… That I find architectural thought and discourse inspiring. Best material to work with... I avoid indulging in technology and material fetish - these are universal resources. It’s usually more productive and satisfying to indulge in technique as it allows for deep personal expression. Must-have travel accessory for me… Used to be a camera with a wide angle lens. That’s been replaced by a smart phone and a lens adapter. I believe that design is… About people first. One thing that I need to keep in mind while designing is... A building has two lives - the way I imagine it…

A AVN Interiors Soni House, 4th NS Road, JVPD Scheme, Vile Parle (W), Mumbai Call: (0)98196 90329 Email: aditivoranair@avninteriors.com Anova Precision cooker www.anovaculinary.com Amazon Echo Spot www.amazon.com Archilogics 45A, Row House, Royal Hills Society New Mhada Colony, Near Dindoshi, NNP 1 & 2 Goregaon East, Mumbai Call: (022)28402428 www.archilogics.com Architecture Discpline C-3, SDA Complex Hauz Khas Enclave Hauz Khas, New Delhi 110016 Call: (011) 4602 8676 www.architecturediscipline.com Altus Interior A-14/1, DLF 1 Golf Course Road, Gurugram Call: (0)8750111181 www.altusinterio.com Ashwin Architects 23, Ratnavilas Road, Basavanagudi, Bangalore, Karnataka Call: (0)9811854713 Adarsh Gill Qutub Boulevard 6/4, Kalka Das Marg, Mehrauli, New Delhi Call: (011) 65006116 www.adarshgill.com Agrippa agrippa.es B Biotique www.biotique.com Baldiwala Associates 73, Sarang St, Dhobi Talao, Lohar Chawl, Kalbadevi, Mumbai Bonito Design 2362, 24th Main Road Sector 1, HSR Layout…

House Proud It is widely believed that the cover of a magazine is what makes it a hit among the readers and compels even the non-readers to have a swipe at it. Likewise, being a regular reader of TIHG (it’s my 3rd anniversary with TIHG), I am highly impressed by the life that the covers of the magazine infuse. The May and June issue covers of the magazine were simply beautiful. I enjoy reading House Of The Month, Style File and Luxe File. The first one represents the decor and the joyous interiors, and the other two spread the message of what kind or type of decor will look good for your home. Looking forward to more such enterprising endeavours from TIHG. Rukmini Sahay, Mumbai Sweet and Adorable Kids-friendly hotel?…

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More often than not, an artist and her art is defined by the country and the culture she belongs to. Everywhere and everything else is usually an inspiration. But, here’s the story of an artist who belives in such beliefs. For the past six years, residing in the former Jinnah House on APJ Abdul Kalam Azad Road in Delhi is Eleni Stoelinga Tsiapara. In fact, it is reported that the final decision on partition was arrived upon within the wood-panelled library of these very premises. And yet, Eleni is an ambassador of art without borders. Born in Athens, Greece in 1947, the year we declared ourselves independent, it is perhaps one of the greatest of ironies that the year as well as the place bears witness to something so diametrically…

Due to the use of optical illusion the house looks much bigger inside than it actually is. The area of the plot is 700 sqm, while floor space is 200 sqm. OWNER’S PRIDE The Family: Victoria Yakusha, her husband and three children Area of the house: 240 sqm Location: Bucha, Kyiv region, Ukraine No. of rooms: Four Decor type: Eco-minimalism This impressively designed modern living space, a family home, is made by using maximum natural materials. A contemporary family house designed to look much bigger inside, in Bucha, Ukraine. The main idea of this house located in the pine forest at the Kyiv region was to save the natural landscape. Several factors influenced the design solution including the necessity of a two-car parking area inside the house and the desire…

Standing out as a perfect statement piece for both outdoor and indoor, Gaia coffee table created by Albino Miranda features unique shape and style, and comes in several finishing options. Weighing 48kgs, the outer body of the table is made of resin reinforced with fiberglass finished in bronze colour while the inside body features same material and is finished in pale gold colour. Choose from a variety of finishes and be ready for those eye balls! (www.karpa.pt) CALM AND COZY Indo Innovations has launched its premium sofa range, which are made of high quality durable material and upholstery. The sofas are available in different sizes, shapes, finishes, fabric options, seating capacities and mix and match options. Designed to Mesmerise Curator of designer goodies, Kalpane offers a wide range of products…

“No matter how you gonna use your office, there are certain colour schemes that are perfect fit for the space. The thumb rule is to keep small spaces light yet bright. ” “Create a calm and collected space in order to increase the efficiency. Add on re-creating spaces that will allow people to have some me-time at work too.”…

Living up with a motto “Keep it simple and significant”, Upasana started Artisanal Abode in 2016 after completing her Masters in Interactive Design at NYU. A project on data visualization depicting the 525 crafts present in India, led Upasana to realise the large untapped potential of handmade techniques. This sowed the seeds for Artisanal Abode, where she tries to re-interpret these crafts to produce contemporary products. The brand includes a wide range of products that include accent chairs, coffee tables, consoles, armchairs, sofas, ottomans, poufs, mirrors and lights. Taking inspirations from many designers such as Patricia Urquiola, Paul Mathieu, India Mahdavi, Bethan Gray amongst many others, the designer undertook a broad range of design projects, including a short stint with production designer Sabu Cyril, working on flooring designs for Mumbai…

To maximize the floor space, tuck your bed up against a wall or a corner. The effect will create a sleep area that feels cozier. If still it doesn’t appeal to you, add headboards at the side to create a finished, designer look to a bedroom. Sticking to the light colour tone is an easy way to organise the bedroom design and keep the feel of minimalism intact. The master bedroom can blend white and cool pastels for a colour scheme that makes the petite space feel more open and airy. Adding a wallpaper brings the wall at focal point and makes the room look less cluttered. When selecting wallpaper, choose a larger-thanlife pattern over a small, busy one so that it makes a bold statement. There is something about…

Blake McFarland Blake McFarland is an expert when it comes to using recycled rubber tyres to create amazing life like animal sculptures. He uses tyres, which are woven and secured, thereby creating an amazing muscle like definition of the animals. Blake says, “Each recycled tyre sculpture takes around a month to get completed with detailed features.” As an artist and as a person, Blake loves to be eco-friendly, and uses only 100 per cent recycled tyres to make his distinctive tyre sculpture art. The tyre sculptures are by far the most detailed oriented and fondest piece of art that Blake has ever created. He says, “It takes over a month to create one sculpture due to the amount of detail put into each piece. I love the fact that tyre…

Fattoush salad YOU NEED: • 10-30 gms cucumber (diced) • 30 gms yellow peppers (diced) • 30 gms onions (diced) • 30 gms tomatoes or cherry tomatoes (diced) • 30 gms iceberg lettuce • 30 gms Romaine lettuce • 2 gms roasted sesame seeds • 2 gms chilli flakes • 15 ml olive oil • 1ml lemon juice • 10 ml date vinegar • 2 gms brown sugar • 30 gms feta • 30 gms crispy lavache • Salt as required METHOD Mix all the ingredients in a bowl. Add lavache to the salad before serving. Garnish with chopped parsley (optional). Custard Cookies YOU NEED: • 375 gms butter • 500 gms all-purpose flour • 250 gms custard powder • 275 gms icing sugar • 100 ml milk METHOD: Set…