Innholdsfortegnelse for August 2019 i The Ideal Home and Garden

Product of the Month Kika Tableware has launched a range of cutlery available in rose gold, gold, white and gold, black and gold and matt black. These ceramic coasters combined with the modern look of marble are hand finished with metallic gold embellishments, and are completely backed in cork to protect surfaces from scratches. (kikatableware.com) Dreams Unlimited Centuary Mattresses’ hybrid collection offers superior quality with the luxury in stylish designs. A first-of-its-kind, the technologically superior mattress uses a combination of layers, that ensures benefits of comfort, ergonomics, design and aesthetics. (centuaryindia.com) Art of Dining IOTA Boutique Furniture introduces luxury dining tables by Lenzi. Each piece of stone or marble is a product of nature. Due to its timeless finish and durability, the dining table adds to the look of any…

CHOOSE YOUR WALLPAPERS ACCORDING TO THE THEME; A BOLD ABSTRACT PRINT IMMEDIATELY ESTABLISHES A CONTEMPORARY STYLE, WHILE A SMALL FLORAL DESIGN WILL SUGGEST A MORE TRADITIONAL OR COUNTRY THEME. REFRAIN FROM ADDING A DARK-COLOURED WALLPAPER IN A SMALL ROOM, RATHER GO WITH A LARGE, FANTASTICAL PRINT, SUCH AS ONE OF BOTANICALS OR BIRDS. THE OVERSIZED DESIGN CREATES THE OPTICAL ILLUSION THAT THE WALLS ARE BIGGER. CHOOSING THE APPROPRIATE PATTERN OF THE WALLPAPER IS VERY IMPORTANT. YOU CAN USE VERTICAL STRIPE PATTERNS IF YOU WANT TO MAKE THE CEILING APPEAR HIGHER, OR CHOOSE HORIZONTAL STRIPES OR PATTERNS TO MAKE THE ROOM LOOK WIDER.…

THE FACT The Project: The Pink Zebra Location: Kanpur, UP The Firm: Renesa Architecture Design Interiors Architect: Sanchit Arora The Pink Zebra, also called the Feast India Co. (FIC) is a take on the bygone British culture in the city of Kanpur, with the extravagance of the European grandeur. Architect Sanchit Arora, the brain behind the concept mentions, “The purpose of making The Pink Zebra was to speak of a complex and contradictory architecture based on the richness and ambiguity of old and modern experience, including that very experience which is inherent in art. The core idea was to create a hybrid rather than pure, compromising rather than clean and leave the visitor hanging in the middle of an artistic sea.” The idea for the restaurant was initiated by the…

SABLE ALLEY BOTSWANA Sable is a bright and beautiful luxury amid the game-rich floodplains of Khwai, and the best news is that it’s as sustainable as it is sophisticated. Located right on the banks of a lily-covered lagoon, home to harrumphing hippo and a favourite drinking spot for the elephants and the buffaloes. The big game quite literally comes to you at Sable. However, as tempting as it is to stay in camp, you should venture out! For Khwai offers one of Africa’s greatest and most exclusive safari experiences. Have your binos ready for the lions, leopards, wild dogs, buffaloes, elephants and hundreds of dainty antelopes as you drive through the diverse landscapes. Each canvas-walled suite is a huge -55 square metres, and comes complete with mini-indoor seating area, writing…

Dating back to early 1900’s, the land belonged to contractor T C W Skipp, which was sold to the now owner K R Kanakarathna few years after Skipp’s death. This 30,000 sq ft of heritage property was a popular venue for entertainment and cultural shows and then became a cinema hall by current owners. The property’s popularity as a cinema hall came to an end in late 1980’s and in 2016 Samsung signed a lease with the property owners to give a new avatar by calling and introducing it as Samsung Opera House by 2018. “Firstly we wanted to give back to the city a centre for art, culture and entertainment that the heritage property was originally known for. We also zeroed down Opera House for opening our first experiential…

Koval Bhatia, founder of Bedlam, Delhi and A Little Anarky, a storyteller, a pun master on social media, a lover of dresses with pockets, an avid reader and a collector of all things under the sky, also dabbles with art direction, designing workspaces and her home. Koval’s credo of envisioning a space to design is to embrace and capture the complexity of its inhabitants. Hence, for her, the multifaceted nature of individuals offer a larger space to explore, create and recreate the spaces they live in. “People can be complex and have multiple aspects to their personality, and I think it’s important to stay true to that in the decor as well.” On her residence at Goa, she shares, “My house reflects who I am and I love that, because…

The lack of vegetation in urbanised areas, as a result of human establishments, directly affects the quality of life. The construction of vertical gardens is recommended both in interiors and especially in the exteriors of the building. The new modern concepts for landscape development are keen on using any kind of concrete or glass, and then turning them into real vertical gardens. This makes a smooth transition to an urban green space for a healthy environment. What Are Vertical Gardens? Vertical gardening is a special kind of urban gardening suitable to small spaces, particularly for decorating the walls and roofs in various styles, all placed in a vertical space. Green walls are not only spectacularly beautiful, but also helpful in enhancing the ambiance. Why Vertical Gardening? Intensive urbanisation has left…

Westled in the quite serene village of Socorro in North Goa, surrounded by evergreen bamboos, amidst the sprawling lush green hills and valleys, is a dream vacation home built by Tahiliani Homes- a boutique interior and architectural firm from the design house of Tarun Tahiliani. Salvador Villa Cassia, is a stunning fusion of contemporary and local architecture. It is a perfect getaway for those seeking proximity with nature. Apart from being located in a beautiful village, the villa is in close proximity with Mapusa, Porvorim and Panjim, also to Goa’s most happening beaches of Baga and Calangute. Hence, it serves as an ideal holiday spot for the discerning. Spread over 5,000 square feet, the beautiful villa includes four bedrooms with en-suite bathrooms, the day lounge, living and family rooms. It…

ANU TANDON VIEIRA (THE RETYREMENT PLAN) Where did you study design from? I did my Bachelor in Fine Arts (Sculpture) from Delhi College of Art and then Master in Design from NID Ahmedabad, specialising in textiles. What prompted you to choose sustainability? I have always enjoyed working hands on with traditional crafts, craftsmen and sustainable raw materials. To make it more relevant I felt the responsibility as a designer to incorporate waste from small industries rather than create my products from virgin material. We create a range of furniture from textile waste ropes, woven over frames made of cane, and used automobile tyres. By utilising materials that are not considered beautiful or exclusive, in the classic sense, and converting them into products that are well designed, appealing and above all…

ROOM DIVIDERS CAN DO MORE THAN JUST ADD SPACE AND DESIGN FLARE. THEY CAN ALSO PROVIDE MORE SPOTS FOR DISPLAYING YOUR CURIOS OR PUTTING YOUR SPACE IN ORDER. SOMETHING ABOUT HAVING JUST ONE ROOM REALLY CRANKS UP THE CLAUSTROPHOBIA. IT INTENSIFIES WHEN TWO PEOPLE DWELL IN THE SAME SINGLE ROOM. YOU CAN SLICE ONE MUDDLED ROOM INTO TWO SEPARATE CALM SANCTUARIES WITH THE HELP OF THESE SUBSTITUTE WALLS. IF YOU HAVE A BIG MAW IN ONE CORNER OF THE ROOM OR A BLEMISH ON THE WALL, OR A CLUSTER OF CORDS YOU’D WANT TO HIDE, A ROOM DIVIDER CAN BE YOUR HERO. PAIR IT WITH OTHER COORDINATED DESIGN PIECES, AND IT ADDS BOTH CHARM AND CALM TO THE ROOM. A ROOM DIVIDER CREATES PRIVACY IN A SMALL SPACE, OR DEFINE…

This mesmerising farm house is divided into two parts - the main house and the outhouse. The main house is where the family resides and the outhouse is for absolute recreational purpose. The outhouse’s covered area is about 4,000 sqft, which does not include the pool and the open area that surrounds it. This recreational space has a pool, a deck, an outdoor dining, a barbeque, an informal sitting or sun room, a powder room for outdoor parties, two shower/toilets for the pool, an outdoor shower, a lily pool, a massage room, a reading room, a meditation room, a shower and steam room for the massage room and one large storage room for outdoor party furniture. Planning, Concept and Design “THE MAIN HOUSE IS WHERE THE FAMILY LIVES AND THE…

Give us a brief about the brand Within. Based in New Delhi, Within is a premium Interior Design firm that specializes in providing contemporary Interior Design solutions and bespoke furniture for high-end residential spaces. The brand offers a one stop solution in domains of Design and Build, Soft Interiors, Fine Furniture and Home Accents. What makes Within different from others? Within, being a collective of a timeless vision, ingenious design acumen and uncompromised quality and craft has created a special niche for itself . The unique amalgam of bespoke interior design, masterpieces in furniture and handpicked home accents and antique objects from around the world stand out just as our seamless process of design, development and deliverability. And our esteemed clients are a happy testament to that. What is the…