Innholdsfortegnelse for October 2020 i The Ideal Home and Garden

This is the best time of the year. The nip in the air and the beautiful October sky takes me back to memories of my home. Although I know this year is different and I will not be able to see the city filled this festive season with chants and the aroma of incense sticks and blooms, the kid in me is still excited. Well, we have always stressed on the fact that it is important for us to surround ourselves with an environment that keeps us happy at all time. For most of us, this usually brings back images of home. Also in these difficult times, we have spent so much time sitting on our favourite couch in the living room, our genuine appreciation for home knows no boundaries.…

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IRAM SULTAN PRINCIPAL DESIGNER IRAM SULTAN DESIGN STUDIO YOUR DESIGN JOURNEY TILL NOW I am the eternal student who wants to learn every day and find joy in discovery. My design journey would have been incomplete over the years without the amazing clients who gave me opportunities, the supportive colleagues, the hardworking studio and the many people that teach you at sites daily. A MAJOR CHANGE IN DESIGN AESTHETIC OVER THE YEARS I hope that I have grown over the years, learnt better balance in design, discovered new materials and methods of using them and acquired greater knowledge about subjects like art and design history. DESIGN MOTTO YOU’D LIKE TO SHARE We work on a lot of homes. When I am designing, I am aware that I have to walk…

Sarthak Sengupta & Sahil Bagga (Co-Founders, Sarthak Sahil Design Co) With the aim of narrating human stories of artisans and craftspeople, Sahil and Sarthak created their company where almost all products are handmade by master artisans who channelize their skills and learning passed down by generations of practice. They highlight that unlike common perception “the artisans we work with function like modern day industrial designers. They pay attention to every detail, optimize production by proposing creative ideas and strongly believe in saving resources and following sustainable processes.” Guided by their skills, Sarthak and Sahil endeavour to use re-contextualization and reinterpretation to keep these arts and crafts meaningful for the contemporary user. Catherine Trotman (Creative Head of Home and Lifestyle, Fabindia) Fabindia has a 60 year old heritage based on the…

Flowers, greenery, colourful décor- a vibrancy, a festive feel, and a party vibe all around- that’s what describes my experiences in Spain. It’s a space you just feel invigorated and rejuvenated in. The tea party exuberated all these feelings and transported me to the land of Andalusia and Seville. Using colourful cushions, flowers set up in different vases and mugs, a family heirloom colourful tea set, and of course my plants- all set up the mood and greeted me with a widely grinning Hola! And yes, my heart did do a Flamingo dance.…

Equipped with a sense of exploration and a backpack full of essentials, we took the fruitful leap to explore the rich land of Odisha, that we were to discover, unlocks the door to a magical space that is packed to the brim with rare gems. Giving irresistible stops along the way, the architecture and history of this state kept us yearning to stay a bit longer wherever we went, relishing in the feeling of natural warmth. With the intention of leaving no stone unturned in this plentiful traveler’s destination, we started our road trip. We wanted to give ourselves a loose structure, just like all seasoned travelers, and so we chose to start our trip in the southern regions of Odisha. Our first stop was the famed Jiranga Monastery of…

Always a favourite! TIHG always was and will be my personal favourite as I get all my new decor home ideas from here. In the previous issue, I was particularly inspired by the Palette Play ideas which revolved around metals. The concept just changed my views on adding metals in decor, combining them with different colours and elements. What I love the most are the pages where various new products from the market are mentioned. Thanks to the entire team for inspiring me to do something new in decor everyday! Sarita Patil, Pune Functional Concepts  I started my subscription for the magazine in 2017 and there’s no looking back since then! All the new decor trends, home styles and vogue features are genuinely informative. The most beautiful part about the…

Welcome home! The phrase makes a lot of sense. Mixing and matching different brown and cream hues in decor with throws and pillows along with baskets and rugs, surely gives the home that personal touch that it needs.Tinges of these colours add sobriety to the ambience, making it more elegant and charming. Bring in the natural source of browns with furniture pieces. From wooden chairs to rattan stools, these elements look magnificent in any set up. As country style is all about adding that essence of comfort, try ideas that can refresh your style statement and give a break to those usual decor fancies. There is no need for an ultra-chic design sensibility for inculcating these shades. With minimal effort, one can make this engaging look their own. As autumn…

I am someone who is driven by enormous amounts of research and passion. As this was our first forever home, we were super excited and knew that we wanted to do everything ourselves. When we started working on a moodboard for the home we eventually realized everything we had liked had an old world vintage charm to it. It was by no means Indian. It was more ‘Mid Century Modern’ meets ‘Farmhouse Chic’. By that I mean it was vintage, white, rustic and rough around the edges like the farmhouse style of decor but at the same time it was minimal with straight lines and void of patterns which made it more mid century modern. This was exactly what we were looking for, it fit us and our personalities perfectly,…

Tasteful interior decor magic has been passed on from centuries through rugs and carpets, especially when adorning the walls of any space. Available in traditional patterns, as well as in attractive and vibrant new colour assortments, patterns and shapes, pick the style that best suits your space. Wall carpets take up a lot of visual space, so be sure to pick one that does not add unflattering weight to your interiors. Think and then make that purchase!…

Project Name: Ukrainian Wabi Sabi. 5.0 by Sergey Makhno Architects | Area: 200 sq.m | Location: Kozyn, Kyiv. | Year: 2019 Team: Sergey Makhno, Serhii Filonchuk, Olha Sobchyshyna, Illia Tovstonog, Ihor Tykhyi | Photography: Serhii Kadulin A balance between emptiness and comfort, nature and technology, passion and zen, is what this impeccable project exudes. Dipped in the aesthetics of natural elements, the space is a perfect symbiosis of flamboyance and glory. The planning of the apartment is kept as simple as possible. The walls of the living room are in clay, the ceiling is in clay and wood, one of the four walls is a window. Japanese wabi-sabi way of life is a peaceful joy to accept the full life circle and hence this guides the perfection of the design.…

Handed over in its bare bones state, the talented Sunita Yogesh Studio were elated to be given the gift of a blank slate, that they could make fabulous with the dreams and desires of its owners. Design processes and projects everywhere were affected by the restraints set by the pandemic, and yet this incredible 1500 sq ft apartment’s elegant vision and beauty could not have been held back for too long. First impressions are important, and this home leaves one that impresses right from its entryway. Sunita reveals, “The first thing that caught my attention was the large foyer space which you don’t find in most of the compact apartments, so we wanted to make it really stand out. We went with a striking black and white geometric patterned tile…

Luxurious Affair Rena Germany introduces three new collections - Amalfi, Wooden and Slate for a whole new table experience. Made in porcelain, the Amalfi collection inspired by the vivid hues, rugged cliffs and cubic houses of the Amalfi coast, includes single serving tableware like Fish, Oyster, Scoop and Cube for dim sums, sushi, mini cupcakes and nuts. They double up as options to store dips and condiments. Buckets can be used to hold fries and veggies. All the products in this collection are dishwasher, oven and microwave safe(rena-germany.com) Old Charm Artychoke presents the new collection ‘Antique Collect’ which is stimulated by everything timeworn-antiquated craftsmanship, pichwai art and carvings from eternities ago. The concept takes us back to the time by incorporating intricate details like rustic finishes, peeling paints, fragmented walls…

“I have always believed that the gifting industry has great potential and that’s my motivation to dive deeper in order to come up with unique and in-vogue products,” shares Mukul Vashisht who founded the brand in 2007 with sheer love and passion.RR Gifting offers a vast array of corporate gift items that you can choose for your coworkers, employees, clients and prospective clients so that they know how valuable they are to you. Mukul understands that gift choices vary from company to company, and he is not afraid of the demands. “We have a dedicated team of designers, product developers, website developers and data controllers, who are working hard on giving strength to our objective,” shares the founder. With a wide array of products to meet every clients’ needs, RR…

Every home is different, with different structures and owner requirements that it seeks to fulfill with every addition and modification. And Nirali BG kitchen sinks, with their wide range of stainless steel sinks, manages to do just that by banking on its over 30 years of experience in the sector. With changing needs and times, Nirali BG under the leadership of their Chairman B.R. Gada and Managing Director Sarang Gada, is constantly modifying their approach and product for the optimum satisfaction of all their customers. With a clientele that includes distinguished builders, architects and designers, the brand's in-house team works to provide innovative solutions for ever-evolving requirements of people. One chief area of focus is the sink size, that varies as per the requirements of each potential customer. Aesthetic variety…

It is said that you don’t know the value of something unless it is lost! And this pandemic showed us how true it is! For those of you who know me and now for those who don’t know, I was on a flight traveling all across the world and all across India, every 15 days. #lifelessons- don’t take things for granted! How much I miss it now! Well, since we cannot travel, and we miss it so much ( I can say this with confidence for every one of us), why not bring your travels to your Home? Now is the time to bring the vibes and sensations of your favourite travel destinations into your Homes and get transported to different parts of the World.…

Covering a wide expanse of 10,000 sqft, this Kerala home carefully balances the warmth of a traditional Kerala home while still granting grandeur that is both fresh and inviting. The topology of the abode, the owner’s specific wishes and the brilliant application of a customized design vision, have all amalgamated to create a home where each space is a picture perfect wonder. The lush green surroundings of Kerala and its enriched traditions demanded a home that brings out the best of these two, while being intrinsically innovative in its expressed approach. And Shabna Nikhil and Nikhil Mohan of Thought Parallels have achieved this feat with masterful aplomb. The structure is successfully cast as a indelible part of the lush surroundings themselves, that seeks to enhance the experience of all that…

The idea of biophilia masterfully backed by flawless architecture is what this family retreat conveys. Located close to paddy fields and framed by distant woodland, this renovation project and second home on 30 perches (760 sq m) of land has been conceived of as a homely haven for a retired couple (a Buddhist philosopher and his wife) who had spent a significant part of their life in a Colombo city house. They desired a tranquil space, away from the hectic bustles of cities and that would enable them to live in the lap to nature, breathing in the greens. Wisely curated for the owners to pursue their individual passions for gardening and writing, the retreat looks magnificently abundant with natural aesthetics. At the beginning, the old building was a neglected…

A AnanTaya The Kanota Courtyard, Kanota Bagh Jaipur, Rajasthan Instagram: @anantaya_decor www.anantayadecor.in Annabel James www.annabeljames.co.uk B Baaya Design Senapati Bapat, A-Wing, Ground Floor, Prathamesh Tower, Raghuvanshi Mills, Road, Lower Parel West, Mumbai, Maharashtra 400013 Call: 022 24979463 Instagram: @baayadesign www.baayadesign.com Baro 12, Sun Mill Compound, Lower Parel, Mumbai 400013 | Call: +91 9004981728 Instagram: @baro.india www.baro-india.com Beyond Designs Flagship Store :Khasra No. 432, 433, 434, Ground Floor Opposite Metro Station Pillar No. 89, M G Road, Sultanpur Delhi 110030 | Call: 011 2680 4180 www.beyonddesigns.in Brass bee www.brassbee.co.uk C Chaplins Furniture www.chaplins.co.uk Cocoon Fine Rugs D-12 Hanuman Nagar, Vaishali Nagar, Jaipur, Rajasthan 302021 Call: 022 24928647 (48) Instagram: @cocoonfinerugs www.cocooncarpets.com CIRCU Magical Furniture www.circu.net D Dash Square No. 58, St. John’s Road Bangalore 560 042 Call: 80 412 55 666…