Innholdsfortegnelse for July 2020 i The Ideal Home and Garden

I want to start my note this month with three important points that our current times have ‘retaught’ me. First, colour is more than just a visual experience, it has deep psychological connections that can radically affect our mood and emotion, almost instantly. Second, interior design is exactly what it says it is - a way to curate the inside structures that we live and work in so that they are comfortable and pleasing to us visually as well as physically. Third, gardening is the ultimate stress buster. Adding greens to your interiors literally adds life into the space, making it refreshing and invigorating. All three showcase the importance of how we can alter our disposition by paying attention to our surroundings, even when things are not going our way.…

What made you enter the creative field? There is only one way to create classics - the right way. I have always harboured an adoration for XVIII century French furniture. I have been consumed by it. I found none in India which addressed these sensibilities with accuracy and authenticity so I set up my own atelier. What do your designs reflect the most? The task of a revivalist is never easy. It is to breathe life into dead stone, to bring the past into the present and give it relevance. My designs and work reflect a lust for the unattainable, passion of boundless desire. All Parrot and Lily pieces are designed for pleasure, comfort and delight. For intimacy as well as splendour. Please tell us about your furniture collection. Each…

Vaastu science encompasses elements that harmonize the life of a dwelling and its denizens. The alignment of various rooms as per the tenets of Vaastu help in harnessing the best of five elements (panchammahabhotas) of nature i.e., air, water, fire, earth, and space. And apart from harnessing, nature also has a way of correcting itself as we have all seen in the past few months. I have observed that there are a lot of misconceptions regarding Vaastu Science and then there are believers and nonbelievers. As an interior designer, I have come across many people who are wary of the subject and some are sheer obstinate. Simplifying the whole issue, here are some parameters that can be followed by everyone with ease. Ventilation and circulation of air are very important…

My Indoor Greens Tips: Jon (@daydreambeleafers ) Light: Your plants need lots of light to photosynthesize effectively. Remember that even the brightest parts of our homes are usually darker than a place outdoors. If a plant isn’t receiving enough light, it won’t take in water and it becomes more likely that over-watering will become an issue. Drainage: Keep all of your houseplants in plastic nursery pots with excellent drainage. Place those inside decorative planters. It makes it easier to move your plants to larger pots when you need to and helps keep your plants safe from root rot. Repotting: Be sure to move your plants into a larger pot if they start to lose a lot of their older leaves. It’s likely not getting the nutrients it…

The Great Faith The Ideal Home and Garden is rendering yeomen service to its readers even during the difficult times of pandemic. It is treating its readers with articles that talk about how one can stay safe at home and still inculcate changes to the interiors. I read the June 2020 issue online and was really happy to read the article on top designers talking their heart out. Looking forward to more such articles online in the coming months till the pandemic ends Shubhangi Atre, Mumbai Beauty Deep Within For me TIHG is nothing short of a magical wand. I am a second year student of architecture studying at Ahmedabad. Even though we have to visit client sites for study tours to understand the intricate features of designing; for me…

“This space is my womb-space. I escape into it, away from the chaos of the world. You can call it a library, my personal workspace, a workshop, a den. There is abundant green just outside the door. The space has a lot of red and copper because these colours energize me and inspire my grey cells to think. Everything in this space is old and recycled. Some furniture is over 50 years old but the copper and red make it fresh (and a little bit gimmicky). Everything is exceptionally ordinary and utilitarian. Not designerly - in the ordinary sense of the word. The space itself is an industrial tin shed. There are bits of origami everywhere - predominantly in the ceiling, some lighting, the clock, a flower vase. These are…

Not just limited to a specific type, planters can be a great way to enhance the overall chosen look of any space for example, a wicken basket can be utilised for a farmhouse decor style, metal planters for a contemporary look or earthen looking planters for a look based around traditional indian aesthetics. Utilizing space in the most innovative and effiecint manner is key to creating a clean and charming look for your beloved interiors. Planters acan become the basis for how you plan your interiors, especially by utilizing the vertical space with plant racks and hanging planters. Planters can be a great way to add some colour and vibrancy to an otherwise neutral room. Unlike other elements, choosing a vibrant planter can be a small change that would create…

Connected to the surrounding prime areas of the city, and yet located in the well-planned and lush green Nandigram society in Manjalpur, Vadodara, ‘Vraj’ is a home that the incredible talents Ar Bhargav Pancholi and Darshana Vora of Nirmanam Design Studio, have made for a multi-generational Gujrati family. Faced with differences of opinions at times, the house is a magnificent reflection of a blended perfection. Initially spread over a plot of 2072 sqft, the architects took special care to demolish the preexisting structure in order to build a house of 3500 sqft built-up form for the three generations of this business family. The house was constructed with prime focus on the creation of spaces that meet the specific needs of this family that has deep social roots. The brief by…

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The ME by Starck washbasin with its asymmetrically positioned basin provides a generous shelf, and the new compact handrinse basin is a perfect solution for the smallest of rooms. The ME range hasn’t been designed to dominate the room, but rather to open up scope for individualization and your personal touch. Take for instance the new furniture washbasin in a width of 1230 mm, which is available with a choice of one or two tap holes and can be combined with the Duravit L-Cube, XSquare, XViu, Ketho, Brioso, and XBase furniture ranges. Duravit has harmonized the range’s look and feel, from the ceramic glaze through to the furniture finishes, for perfection down to the last detail. All ME by Starck washbasins and the matching toilet are now available in the…

This colour of freshness, hope and harmony evokes a sense of change in any space. Visually and psychologically, it certainly creates results in decor which are truly mesmerizing. Diffuse the green accents with other shades to get that contrasting yet versatile look. Think out of the box by choosing this colour for flooring or ceiling! Lights, layouts or beam drops, anything in green can add drama into the realm. Furnishings can be another way of making the space look brilliant. From choosing that forest green wallpaper to curating that olive green kitchen, this colour palette can work for any setup. Blended with various materials, it can add contemporary flair if one strategically uses this vibrant shade. Explore that change and make a statement in style! Mild tones of green can…

PRINTS IN FABRICS HAVE GONE THROUGH A MAJOR EVOLUTION SPECIALLY IN OUR COUNTRY. TAKING INSPIRATION FROM THE VISUAL AESTHETICS OF THE GOLDEN ERA, ENVIRONMENT AND THE LOCAL SURROUNDINGS, DECOR BRANDS HAVE EXHIBITED A PLETHORA OF DESIGNS FOR THE CONSUMERS, GIVING THEM DIVERSIFIED OPTIONS. AS THE TRADITIONAL TECHNIQUE OF PRINTING GOES DIGITAL, CONSUMERS ARE GETTING MORE ENVIRONMENTALLY CONSCIOUS AND THUS MANY PRINTS ARE NOW COMING UP IN NATURAL DYES AND ECO FRIENDLY RAW MATERIALS WHICH SETS THEM APART. AND THE BEST PART IS, THE JOURNEY IS INTERESTING AS WELL AS PRODUCTION YIELDING! YES, PRINT SELECTION IS A MIND BOGGLING TASK. ONE CAN SELECT FROM BOTH THE TRADITIONAL PAISLEY DESIGNS OR GEOMETRIC BLOCK PRINTING, DEPENDING ON THEIR DECOR STYLE. INNOVATION HAS INDEED SURPASSED ANY PREVIOUSLY PERCEIVED BOUNDARIES, WITH BRANDS NOW AMALGAMATING PRINTS…

Named after a British diplomat, Lord Elgin and located in the picturesque surroundings of Dalhousie in Himachal Pradesh, Elgin Hall is the befitting man-made beauty amidst the scenic natural perfection that surrounds it. What is now a mesmerizing boutique hotel was originally constructed in 1857 as a summer escape home for British royals. Mr Kavish Khurana, being the owner, has made an invested effort to restore this retreat to serve the needs of modern day travelers, that come here to have a immersive experience of the bygone British era, full of grandeur and elegance. Such is the location, that this retreat is uniquely equipped to serve the needs of the over-exhausted and over-stimulated city dwellers looking to relax and rejuvenate themselves. The owner has made an effort to retain the…