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CONTENTS 12 09 `120 FROM THE The Ideal Home and Garden, December 2020 Vol 15 Issue 2 EDITOR’S DESK LIFE'S A 10 INBOX HOLIDAY 12 TREND-IN VIBRANT WEEKEND HOMES ACROSS THE COUNTRY Latest entrants under one roof 10 WAYS TO BRING 19 CELEBRATION TO TABLE TRENDS SECRETS 2021 LEARN FROM THE PROS IDEAS A true blue decor lover’s thorough guide about everything in vogue 20 PALETTE PLAY Firm: Ace Associates, Image: Tejas Shah Photography Look and find all shades of blue to refresh and reinvigorate your interiors. 24 SHOPPING SPREE 28 21 Lamps, planters, consoles and vases, we have them all just for you. 28 TIHG TRENDS Learn all the upcoming trends for the year 2021 from insight-granting experts 33 MUST HAVE Kika Tableware is here to 36 offer you an array of options for your Christmas. 34 TIHG DECOR Organic, traditional and light, explore why cane 27 furniture is all the rage in interiors. 38 TIHG SPECIAL Together with TIHG dive into the realized notion of conscious luxury. 6 | December 2020 The Ideal Home and Garden
CONTENTS 38 SPECIAL FEATUR 40 82 Get tips from the best Ta l 50 57 Stylists on how to set an incredible table on your own. TtourSnutboscpraibgee 46 SPECIAL FEATURE 67 76 Neha Jhunjhunwala explores the new understanding of true luxury. 48 TIHG DECOR Get swayed by architects’ simulating use of the traditional staple, the jhula. 53 FEATURE Get inspired by the incredible array of options for wall art provided by Decor Bloggers. 58 TIHG SPECIAL Glance at abodes that bring together the desire for a home, and yet are infused with rejuvenating freshness of a retreat. 65 LIFESTYLE 66 IDEAL LIVING Bringing together rustic decor and aviation accents, welcome to this grafitti filled home by Deco-Arte 70 CHIC SPACES Take a glimpse into the magic of Villa Son Grua 4000 in Spain. 74 IDEAL GETAWAY Incredible treasures of Central and North Odisha experienced. 78 GARDEN ‘Lazy gardener’ is here to help you with your green care this winter. 81 STORE MAP The Ideal Home and Garden December 2020 | 7
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Editor’s Note It’s the most wonderful time of the year There’ll be much mistletoeing And hearts will be glowing When loved ones are near It’s the most wonderful time of the year... The popular holiday song by Andy Williams is on loop on my smart speaker these days. Now that we have almost wrapped up another year, I so want to look forward to the coming year with hope instead of mulling over the year gone by. Yes, I still want to cherish my assortment of memories and several milestones but ultimately I want to fix my gaze on new trends, new experiences, and develop a new outlook. We have tried to cover many new surprises for you in this issue. To start off, the team thinks that the future of luxury will reside in engaged consciousness and responsible consumption. Today the consumer wants to know more about the products they are buying and this has resulted in the brands becoming more responsible. We have featured a few designers and brands’ who have take on sustainability goals and trust us, you will not be disappointed with the aesthetic value of their designs (Pg.36). Do you think that “jhula” is an interesting addition to our living spaces and is making a come back through beautiful setups? We have tried to cover a few homes (Pg.48) that celebrate this Indian tradition in a modern and contemporary manner. And our piece on cane furniture showcases a similar coming together of the old and the new in inspiring ways. You will agree with us that weekend homes evoke a sense of longing among most of us. Therefore we have handpicked the 6 best weekend homes (Pg.58) that offer some of the most beautiful landscape and breathtaking architectural styles. And with this being our last issue of the year 2020, it would be incomplete without exploring home trends that will be popular in 2021 (Pg.28). Christmas is one of the best moments of the year, the joy, the togertherness and the merriness it brings is for everyone, irrespective of whether you celebrate it or not, you can still indulge yourself and your loved ones with delicious food and cosy set ups, in anticipation of the upcoming year. Ruhi Singh, Executive Editor [email protected]
INBOX LETTER OF THE MONTH I was really delighted to go through the last issue of the Ideal Home and Garden which was truly an inspiration for my home upliftment. The best part about the feature is that all the stories are relatable and friendly. I loved the shopping story which revealed different brands dealing in Indian Handicrafts. This gave me a chance to revamp my space with all Indian decor products. Thanks to the team for bringing in such beautiful ideas that cannot be missed! Harsha Sethi, Pune With a drastic change in the lifestyle of the people because of the pandemic there has been visible change in our views on design. TIHG has left no stone unturned in coping with different scenarios and producing some excellent ideas, which is commendable. The homes which are featured every month are a focal point, calling out to my curiosity and fascination together. Eagerly waiting for the last 2020 issue and the new stories ahead. Seema Harlalka, Jaipur The last few months have surely been difficult for all of us. But thanks to the entire team of TIHG for religiously provided all the readers with innovative ideas and stories. The articles are reader friendly and all the visuals are perfectly set which makes interiors and architecture more engaging. The layout of the magazine not only gives good reads but also a wide perspective of visual reality. Kudos to the entire team and a very Merry Christmas! Samarth Jain, Surat I am not really an ardent follower of decor ethics but my accidental encounter with The Ideal Home and Garden has changed my interests drastically. What caught my attention was the Palette Play story which was very different and attractive. We were actually struggling to decide that perfect colour scheme for our house and they were ready with solutions. It is really amazing to see the unique designs which the magazine comes up with and which can be easily implemented. Thanks a lot. Sreya Shah, Kolkata First of I would like to wish a very Merry Christmas to the team. The year 2020 has been full of ups and downs but TIHG has kept us all motivated and boosted. With some unique ideas on board, the magazine has always made us feel more enthusiastic about design and architecture. They have explored issues like Green architecture, Indian Crafts revival, Biophilic Interiors etc and made a drastic change in design attitudes. We are truly grateful to the entire team for this. Dhruv Singh, New Delhi 10 | December 2020 The Ideal Home and Garden
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News Watch DECEMBER ElEgant Compositions From Cozy wintErs to innumErablE yEar-End CElEbrations, dECEmbEr is a This tenth collection of Hermès furnishing month Full oF happy surprisEs. fabrics and wallpapers explores new territories and formats. New designers join in the adventure and invite contemplative reverie. Their compositions reconcile the city with nature, to merge the inside and outside. Eloquence, generous lines and the energy of the hand are conveyed in ballpoint pen, felt-tip pen, coloured pencil, watercolour and more. Volumes and expressions are transposed to the heart of the material, be it textile or paper. (hermes.com) 12 | December 2020 The Ideal Home and Garden
News Watch Not to Miss! Alsorg introduces three home collections - Living Room Collection 1, Living Room Collection 2 and Outdoor Furniture Collection. From burgundy chairs to metallic side tables, the entire Living Room Collection reveals luxury and sophistication. The Outdoor Furniture Collection which is along the lines of Biophilia, includes the use of organic materials such as wood and stone. (alsorg.com) Spectrum of Mindful Luxury Designs Casa Paradox celebrates Timeless Love this Villa Ortiga launches festive season. From plates to accessories and its flagship furniture lamps, the products are composed of semi- and lifestyle studio precious stones such as onyx and malachite. at Jangpura, New Another material that’s gaining momentum Delhi. Founded for the right reasons is porcelain. Gold plated by Architectural cutlery, bar cart or rock crystal obelisk are Designer Sarabjit some statement pieces which can add that Singh, the studio grandiose element to decor. showcases decor (casaparadox.com) and curated objets d’art - from modern The Ideal Home and Garden December 2020 | 13 to vintage and with influences from many world cultures. The collection includes a variety of furniture pieces and with curations of art, lighting and collectibles by a professional team of architects, designers and stylists. (villaortiga.com)
News Watch Behind The Design Romilla Tewari, Founder and Creative head, Thinkcutieful THINKCUTIEFUL IS ALL ABOUT Pragmatic, purposeful and pleasing spaces which are full of cuteness for the little ones. DESIGN FOR ME IS Architecturally, I am drawn to An ability to portray a story, victorian architecture and our what a room, a product, a piece very own Mughal and even temple of furniture wants to convey. architecture. Design wise I am a fan of late modern or the art deco styles. Furniture wise my personal Outdoors Unleashed favourite includes classic french vintage pieces. The tableware collection - Palmeraie launched by Haviland available at Emery Studio brings the Moroccan history to life What I have always loved about my work through porcelain. The famous French-Moroccan designer Hicham I meet the cutest and the most easy Lahlou joins the launch and designs a set of decorative bowls to please little clients, so of course enclosing an orange blossom scented candle. Haviland also offers a the satisfaction of making a kid range of decorated gift boxes, an invitation to share the pleasure of happy is unmatched. dining. This collection is made up of various pieces such as small appetizer bowls and individual salad bowls. (emerystudio.com) THROUGH MY DESIGNS THE RANGE INCLUDES I always strive to bring function Everything for the mother and More Than Just A Collection and aesthetics together, by creating child spaces. We design and execute inspiring and stimulating spaces is spaces like residential kids rooms, Its All About Home collaborates with a group of women artisans who the key. baby nurseries, playrooms, day are connected to the NGO SNEH. Presenting The Khwaab Collection, cares, play areas, schools and where the products are made of sustainable materials like jute & I draw inspiration from preschools, pediatric clinics and macramé. The collection includes pretty wall hanging, placemats, Everything around me, particularly hospitals including maternity and Diwali lighting, and embroidered furnishings. Inspired by the free- art, stories and most importantly by birthing centres. spirited and creative women, the brand focuses on the strength and observing how kids play, learn, and beauty of women of Moradabad. (iaah.com) respond to their environments. Dream project A sensory based children space The design era that fascinates me the most to play, learn, read and explore. It must have a dreamy reading library, a discovery or tinkering lab based on STEAM (Science Tech Engineering Art Math) and an artful cafe and theatre for kids. 14 | December 2020 The Ideal Home and Garden
News Watch Comfortably Yours Umatched Sophistication Dandelion Living launches it’s very first collection called Dream A Dream. In bold jewel tones integrated with subtle yet distinct fragrances, this collection Sage Living, founded of candles manifests positivity and healing. The range includes handcrafted, by Keerthi Tummala, scented, soy candles and an exclusive range of home & bed linen woven in blends traditional embroidery and wisps of colour. techniques of craftsmanship with Reviving Aesthetics internationally inspired aesthetics to create Obeetee x MW collection furniture pieces and showcases varying decor products. The inspirations, including brand collaborates Indonesian dying with multiple Indian techniques, the natural producers and brings world, Moorish design and furniture, lighting, sun-steeped landscapes. mirrors, home décor to The brand collaborates with retailers, online stores, British Designer Matthew hospitality and other Williamson, introducing the sectors across the globe. look into two collections, one (sageliving.in) focusing on intricate hand knotted rugs and the second collection uses soft tactile hand tufted construction. (obeetee.com) Touch of Finesse Fun Side Up Tribe Amrapali recently The Festive Gifting Collection unveiled by Furstenberg is brought integrated Tribe Home, a to India by Sources Unlimited. The hero series “The Sparkling 4 vertical which embraces the new & Friends” from Sieger by Fürstenberg includes 12 goblets that celebration in decor. The brand combine contemporary comic culture with elegance and are refined currently offers three collections with 24-carat gold on the inside. In addition to the initial Star Man, - miniature paintings, decor Glamour Girl, Marvellous Monkey and Rumble Rex motifs, there accessories and pièce de are three more cup shapes from the Desire collection and eight new résistance or Art Objects, that comic designs. The colourful cups are extremely diverse and can be are assortments of pure silver used 24/7. (sourcesunlimited.co.in) pieces inspired by the iconic Amrapali Museum in Jaipur. The Ideal Home and Garden December 2020 | 15 Each piece is different from one another and handcrafted with contemporary touch. (tribeamrapali.com)
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Palette Play Blue is a common favorite in terms of choices in design. Introduce the perfect dosage of coolness and charm into your abode with amazing shades of this color, which can truly lift up your boring space. Research- Yukti Kasera CLOCKWISE FROM TOP: Cebu Blue Metal Single Hanging Light by CasaCraft, `4,999, Pepperfry; CAN- 25 Crazy Paper from Crazy Animals Collection*, Momenti available at Ottimo; Coral Fern Silk Blue Double Eiderdown and Frilled Cushion*, Gingerlily X Vanessa Konig; English Blue Coffee Mug*, Beyond Designs Home; Round Side Table with Pleated Base, Beyond Designs; Meld Chair*, Alsorg; Floare Hand Painted Trinket Box Aqua, `4,200, Good Earth *prices on request 20 |December 2020 The Ideal Home and Garden
Palette Play With evolving trends in décor, the addition of new colours is ruling contemporary interiors. Gorgeous blue accents can create a regal combo when merged seamlessly with different elements like rugs, curtains, walls etc. in the room. CLOCKWISE FROM TOP: Aksa Table Linen, `1,290 onwards, Ellementry; Roquebrune Collection*, Carpet Edition; Sideboard PIX, `35,101- `43,918 approx, Radis Furniture; Hand Painted Products*, IZHAAR; Pluto Rug from Geometric Collection*, Rug'Society *prices on request The Ideal Home and Garden December 2020 | 21
Palette Play Tones of blue can work as décor CLOCKWISE FROM TOP: Raku therapy too. Balance out your Collection*, Orvi Surfaces; Blue Print Dinner Plate, `1,507, Baro Market; Pina room with some patterned Colada Blue Mix Deckchair, `9,759 approx, wallpaper or textured paint Penelope Hope; Dark Blue Vista Blanket, which can create a focal point. `11,888 approx, ferm LIVING; Twilight Crisp combinations like teal blue Cushion Cover, `375, The Yellow Dwelling; with ochre, navy blue with white Sorry Giotto 3*, Catellani & Smith; Italo or sapphire blue with beige can Ventania Dark Blue, `2,75,000, Anemos revamp the look, creating unique *prices on request appeal and sublimity. 22 |December 2020 The Ideal Home and Garden
Palette Play Blue pairs well with any other color. From that oomph of classic blue to the soothing sky blue tinge, the varied options can really spoil everyone. As the color is deeply associated with nature, it looks vibrant and balanced which works well for all seasons and with all furniture types. CLOCKWISE FROM TOP: Lamp Parrot, `19,809 approx, &klevering; Darcy Chair, `48,647, Ashley Furniture Homestore available at Dash Square; Ca Foscari Sofa*, Visionnaire; Nomad Clan Collection*, Carpet Edition; Blue Stained Ash Paper Organiser, `6.959 approx, ferm LIVING; Round Blue Iron Single Hanging Light by AYMH, `1,850, Pepperfry *prices on request The Ideal Home and Garden December 2020 | 23
Shopping Spree High-lighting Table Add some designer lamps to your table space which will help you exude radiance along with facilitating functionality! CLOCKWISE FROM TOP: Saigon Lamp, `10,383 approx, Abigail Ahern; Trippy Lamp, `9,000, Home Edition; Lamp Henri Reve White, `22,009 approx, &klevering; Striped Stained Vanilla Stained Glass Shade Table Lamp with Black Base by STG House, `47,800, Pepperfry; Toad 1UP Table Lamp, `30,743 approx, Himmee; Faberge Table Lamp*, Visionnaire *price on request 24 |December 2020 The Ideal Home and Garden
Shopping Spree Touch of Green Greens are definitely the new stars of interiors and these floor planters are undoubtedly the perfect options to welcome them in. CLOCKWISE FROM TOP: Sunrise Gold Planter, `4,990, The Decor Remedy; Plant Box Round, `17,524 approx, ferm LIVING; Vase Joey Natural*, Beyond Designs; Mayfield Plant Stand, `7,425 approx, Garden Trading; Cube Self - Watering Planter, `4,639 approx, LECHUZA; Unfazed Laced, `7,590, Curio Casa; Pink Metal Floor Vase by Hermosa Casa, `18,000, Pepperfry *price on request The Ideal Home and Garden December 2020 | 25
Shopping Spree Choose the Best A Console is the best pick for any space revamp. Don't believe it? Have a look at these exclusive designs and get inspired! CLOCKWISE FROM TOP: Console Geometric Furniture*, MADS Creations; Fenestra Sideboard, Alsorg; Vincent Console*, Visionnaire; Study Console, Beyond Designs; Single Unit, Molteni & C available at Etreluxe; Soho Console Table*, Boca do Lobo *prices on request 26 |December 2020 The Ideal Home and Garden
Shopping Spree CLOCKWISE FROM TOP: Fern Footed Vase, `8,500, Good Earth; Swirl Vase, `54,217 approx, Tom Dixon; Entwine Vase Small, `8,365 approx, ferm LIVING; Hong Kong Vase*, R L Foote Design Studio; Teal Through Ceramic Vases, `6,042 for set of 3, Curio Casa; Rustic Brown Aluminium Casted Meena Finish Flower Vase by Potlistudio, `5,404, Pepperfry; Eichholtz Korakia Vase Large, `17,361 approx, Sweetpea & Willow *price on request Think Differently! Looking to add some unique pieces to your interiors? Check out these beautiful vases for that striking breakthrough in your decor style. The Ideal Home and Garden December 2020 | 27
TIHG Trend Reading The TRends With the 2021 just around the corner, this is the moment to reflect and assess the décor trends that would sustain, perish or take root with stylized flair. TIHG brings eight experts who share their reading of the design tea leaves, based on their experience and understanding of this space. Research: Arushi Chaturvedi Image: Photographix anushka ConTRaCToR, PRinCiPal designeR, anushka ConTRaCToR “Homes today will be designed with more purpose and functionality since we are all working from home. Now, the desire for uniquely curated and crafted interiors is quite high. To create this collected feel, statement pieces are used to add depth and flair to space. Shades of blues, particularly dark ones, will be a 2021 trend for creating elegant and contemporary spaces. Neutral tones will also remain a staple as far as colour schemes are concerned. These colours are gentle to the eye which encourages relaxation and experimentation with various kinds of bold artistic pieces and paintings. Light shades of wood have popped up in everything from furniture to accent walls like paneling and cabinetry. With its raw colour and aesthetic, light shades of wood in interior design is a trend that we can expect to remain strong through 2021.” 28 | December 2020 The Ideal Home and Garden
TIHG Trend seema PuRi mullan, Co-foundeR, seZa “There seems to be a shift from using neutral tones to bright colours like peacock blue, yellows and of course blush which seems to be here to stay. Curvilinear forms are back with a bang, everywhere you see arches, capsule shapes, half curves, full curves, everything wants to make a circular statement. Colour wraps entire volumes, people have thrown caution to type wind! I however still believe that good design is timeless whether we look at interior design , architecture or product design. Create spaces that are elegant, speak a unified language so that many years later after trends have come and gone your design still looks relevant.” Image: Vinesh Gandhi The Ideal Home and Garden December 2020 | 29
TIHG Trend suPaRna handa, managing diReCToR, suman kanodia, Co-foundeR, sCaRleT sPlendouR saRiTa handa “We see a shift from pastel shades to medium and darker tones, hues of brick, coral blue and purples “Our focus this year will be on would be the mood of interior spaces. The play of eco-friendly and sustainable cotton textures on walls and predominant materials on concepts. In themes we will go furniture from metal, marble to cane, wood and forward with Botanica. Actual resin and are also trends that we look forward to botanical floral based prints and in 2021. Designers and homeowners are gradually embroideries in fresh green blue moving towards softer forms in furniture. Sculptural with rose tones. The flowers used in pieces with metallic hints, especially gold, like our the prints can have a slightly retro animal-headed cabinets or our cactus-shaped cabinets feel with the illusion of plant based would be used as the cynosure of a space. Design will dyes for the colors. Organic cottons, border on art blurring the lines between aesthetics mélange, linen are all the fibers and function. The design world is gradually moving that inspired our soft furnishings towards functional art as prominent designers in collection. We have used here India and the world, move towards sculptural pieces traditional weaving techniques to of furniture.” create a graphic collection that looks modern in its austerity; a clean and simple collection of bedding and decor pillows inspired by Nordic and minimal design, where traditional floral and designs would be embroidered on the top of bed colors: French blue, blush, terracotta, olive green and grey.” kRuTi gaRg, ConseRvaTion aRChiTeCT, abha naRain lambah assoCiaTes “This year has helped most of us to reconnect with our homes, find spaces which have become our favorite cozy corners, spaces which adorn multiple uses and have been more versatile than ever. As we step into the next year, our homes will be looking to make the most of the space we have. With time and adapted approaches with focus towards health, this will trickle down in a healthy and sustainable environment and the shift towards natural materials will continue with an all allowing flexibility. The design trends in the last few years have seen a revival of sorts using old materials with a fresh and contemporary look but keeping it minimalistic, this year I think there will be focus on layering not only contrasting décor but same colour with different textures and bold monochromatic. Since we can’t go out as often and that may continue in the first quarter or even half the coming year, the focus will be to bring the out “indoors” , the return of balconies, plants, self sustaining neutral spaces which work for all seasons.” 30 | December 2020 The Ideal Home and Garden
TIHG Trend viniThRa amaRnaThan, foundeR, WeesPaCes “We are seeing a resurgence of warm earthy grounded colors and textures in design. This is closely connected with another trend that we are loving and keen to see more of: the use of natural materials in design. The use of bamboo, cane, rattan and rope in a big way make for spaces that are warm, inviting and relaxed. Along with this the use of complementing warm earth tones like mustards, olives, rust and taupe are perfect for creating lived in and warm spaces. With the Covid pandemic we realize now more than ever the need to bring the outdoors in. Also, being home more than ever, we realize the power of embracing vintage well loved pieces. Giving them a new lease of life by taking the DIY approach or reimagining things has been a great way to freshen up homes. Its sustainable and brings character to any designed space.” Image: Shamanth Patil Photography The Ideal Home and Garden December 2020 | 31
TIHG Trend ajaay sRinivas, founding diReCToR, nuanCe sTudio 32 | December 2020 The Ideal Home and Garden “Entry of concrete in the luxury industry - Concrete has been criticised in many instances for being a cold material. But the trend of concrete has passed the test of time, as slowly but steadily, many architects and designers across the globe have adopted the material in their design language. The untamed nature of concrete, the imperfections and its rawness awes and compliments modern age architecture and interiors. The new age concrete is not just limited as a building material butit has carved its niche in products made for the Luxury segment of the design industry. The new age Concrete is a highly durable material. Apart from its longevity, the concrete ages gracefully and breathes, just like natural stone or wood. Unlike synthetic material, it doesn’t freeze in time or deteriorate. The aging of concrete adds a sense of being alive and lives along the test of time. Concrete is indeed timeless!” bobby aggaRWal, design diReCToR, PoRTsideCafe “The quest for ‘Private Spaces’ is going to continue to be a major trend in 2021, which started in mid 2020 and the ‘Home Office’ is now a new way of life. Lets face it, the dining table which became the temporary alternative came with its own short-comings and was at best going to be an interim solution. Especially with a family around. The constant breaks for meals wasn’t really an efficient option. Hence people seriously started converting their spare living spaces and extra nooks in the bedroom into office space with the help of beautiful screens and plants. The trend in 2021 will be to invest in buying desks and bureaus for personal use. And this is where PortsideCafe comes in with a whole range of well designed and beautifully crafted pieces from their collections, which would fit in perfectly with your existing spaces. In the pics we are just sharing a glimpse with you. We have many more choices for you to pick from.”
Must Have Bring Joy To your TaBle “Christmas is the time to Celebrate the feeling of togetherness at home. the possibilities for Christmas deCor at home are endless and time spent deCorating with the family Can be so muCh fun. unleash your inner Creativity and let your Christmas deCor be something that is an extension of you. go monotone or Choose a theme for the year - baubles, lights, snowflakes, Cutouts, ribbons and ornaments Can be elements of a Christmas landsCape that make everything feel so speCial” ~ Janaki kirloskar, Founder and Ceo, kika Tableware The Ideal Home and Garden December 2020 | 33
TIHG Decor COMFORTABLY CANE-D Furniture, a staple in every household, can be imbued with an organically appealing look when combined with the irresistible beauty of a material that has served generations. Cane furniture with its subtle yet distinct presence, can render it fabulous in ways that calms all the senses. Research: Arushi Chaturvedi CLOCKWISE FROM TOP: Oxford Cane furniture with its Cane Chair, Nivasa; Cane Collection, earthy tone and organic Industry West; Plantation Cane feel is the perfect addition Console, Fusion Access; Freedom that can instantly warm up Display Unit, Sage Living any space, while keeping it bright and open. 34 | December 2020 The Ideal Home
TIHG Decor CLOCKWISE FROM TOP: Blanco Benjamim Bench, Gustavo Bittencourt; Cane Chair, Hastkala; Freedom Collection, Sage Living; Cane Doors Earthy Sand For IKEA Besta Cabinet, Norse Interiors; Cane Collection, Industry West The Ideal Home and Garden December 2020 | 35
TIHG Decor Whether going for a contemporary look, a rustic one or bohemian, cane furniture can seamlessly enhance various chosen interior styles. So pick a style and let cane pieces cast their magical spell on it. CLOCKWISE FROM TOP: Arco Chair, Hatsu; Caned Door TV Stand, Target; Govern Table Bench, Opaque; Essex Solid Wood Bookshelf with Cane Work in Heritage White Finish by Amberville, Pepperfry; Raw Bench, Tectona Grandis Furniture 36 | December 2020 The Ideal Home and Garden
TIHG Decor CLOCKWISE FROM TOP: Meari Jansen, Sarita Handa; Clarisa Cane Chair, The House of Things; Sofa Chair, I’m the Centre for Applied Arts; Cane Bed End Bench, Fanusta; Nest Series. Cane Line Eco-friendly, lightweight and sustainable, the furniture made by cane is not a burden on your interiors or the environment. And when bringing together traditional techniques with novel approaches, cane furniture can be the answer to all your interior questions. The Ideal Home and Garden December 2020 | 37
TIHG Special Lupt Tolli High Rise Center Table, `49,990, NEW KEPH Design Studio TALE OF LUXUURY Conscious luxury is the new talk of the town! Aligning with the pressing issues of sustainability, craftsmanship and environmental awareness, this well-intentioned approach of luxury is the constantly growing trend. Check out how different brands and designers have their own take on these goals, with chief focus on ethics and change. Research: Yukti Kasera 38 | December 2020 The Ideal Home and Garden
TIHG Special Karan Meel, Managing Director, Hastkala Jaipur “The road to conscious luxury is long but necessary. It demands innovative solutions to forge the foundation on which the future of that product/business/industry/ country lies on. It will lead to a cultural shift, which we can see in the fashion industry, where brands are moving away from fast fashion (their best seller) and leaning in on recycling trends. The need of the hour is a design change, which is an environmentally friendly luxury, something which the consumer feels smug to embrace because of its sustainable qualities.” CLOCKWISE FROM TOP: Yes, We Cane Collection*, Hastkala; Oss, `2,999 each, Nama Home; Kubine carpet in Vertura, `48,000 onwards, Mishcat Co; Radha’s Divine Trance Kangra Miniature Painting*, Studio Deepak Badhwar; Ottoman Incandescent Lamp without Shade, `11,424, Craft Maestros *prices on request Ishrat Sahgal, Founder, Mishcat Co “Conscious luxury is indulgence that is well thought through, holistically. A consumer that chooses to buy a luxury product in today’s market is investing not only in the actual product, but also in the company, its ideology, its practices, its beliefs and its carbon footprint as well. It has never been more important to be conscious of all of these things as a whole than only being swayed by the appearance of an object.” The Ideal Home and Garden December 2020 | 39
TIHG Special Sahil Bagga & Sarthak Sengupta, Co-founders, Product & Interior Designers, Sarthak Sahil Design Co “Conscious luxury is the luxury for the future. It precipitates three realms of every product and service, namely: conscious purchasing, conscious production and conscious consumption. When we design a product, we pay special attention to how the raw materials of that product are procured, to the safe and ethical process of turning these raw materials into a finished product, by employing a sustainable partnership with artisan communities and finally to how sustainable will it be for our consumers who use our product, to discard this at the end of its life cycle without it adding more to the landfill.” 40 | December 2020 The Ideal Home and Garden
CLOCKWISE FROM TOP: Handmade Broadloom Rug Tobago from Pure Life Collection*, Kaleen Loomwork; Organic Cotton- Spring Summer Collection, `599 onwards, SPACES; Apricote Soup Bowl, `750, Speckled Green Salad Bowl, `850, Speckled Snow Coupe Side Plate, `850, Speckled Stone Salad Bowl, `850, all from Button Curry; Pinewood Wardrobe with Handwoven Rattan Shutters, `34,000, Fulcrum Home Decor; Love Chair in Pom Pom from Katran Collection, `30,000, Sarthak Sahil Design Co *Price on request
Special Feature PrePPing For C e le b r at i o n s Table sTyling is The new call for TogeTherness. DisTinguish your Table seTups wiTh These amazing iDeas as suggesTeD by The Table sT ylisTs which can can surely lifT up your celebraTions wiTh vivacious vigour. research: yukti Kasera 42 | December 2020 The Ideal Home and Garden
Special Feature “Tablescapes provide an escape from the daily and towards “inspired by their travels to europe, the designs and magical time. with any given situation, it can give all kinds decor (for our client) featured the anthracitecolored of happy vibes. with christmas and new years around the decor recounting rural life and contrasting the corner, i have styled a little tablescape. i used a lot of little depictions of bygone times with a vibrant yellow. The christmas elements and tried to use the layering concept for tableware depicted enchanting rural scenes of historic placemats and other decor elements, including little elements audun in porcelain and bespoke table linens with a from my own home garden. for the most part, i have tried fresh yellow accent brought an element of nostalgia to use existing stuff at home and created details around it. and old world charm on the table. a custom world map having a name label is always a great idea too along with the highlighting their journey around the world (mainly write ups. and remember that its the season to sparkle and europe) recreated on the table to create an exquisite, sparkling homes are so much nicer.” timeless scene for our special guests!” Parridhi Bansal, Founder, Keepsakes by Paridhi Bansal Maitri Shah, Founder, Mai Stories The Ideal Home and Garden December 2020 | 43
Special Feature “This vintage tablescape is a perfect setting for the upcoming “when one thinks of a christmas table setup, the colours festivities where the black accentuates the gold accents. gold is the red, green and gold instantly pop into your mind. when color of celebration, the epitome of luxury and sophistication. This is styling a table there are a few things to keep in mind like an elegant combination for your formal dinners which can transform less is more, layering helps add depth to a table, adding your home into a sumptuous space. we, at slats & silhouettes, love different textures in the same color really uplifts the style to work with details and here the hint of pearl completes the look of a table and adding light in the form of fairy lights or making it chic and en vogue.” candles brings warmth to the table. furthermore, make Shaurya Sachdeva & Sanaya Arora, Founders, Slats & Silhouettes sure to personalize your table with handwritten place cards, notes and even things handpicked by you. it extends warmth and your personality to your table.” Gunjan Gupta, Founder, Meraki Table by Gunjan Gupta 44 | December 2020 The Ideal Home and Garden
Special Feature “here’s a tablescape that we created using hues of blue, orange “They say, you eat with your eyes first, and i am a strong and gold celebrating the change in season. you don’t have to believer of that. i have planned a fuss free cozy warm and go all traditional with fall colors. have fun in mixing it all up an inviting table. using a dark mulberry base i have added and creating a striking display with the cooler tones. There’s a a sapphire blue soft flowy runner. This creates a beautiful rustic factor to this tablescape with an eclectic mix! we painted contrast. The peach roses and gypso add a little elegance pumpkins in blue and gold and threw in hydrangeas, pine when combined with the contrast of dry flowers, dry corn cones, dried pampas, white roses and to add that pop of color husks and candles to finish the look! The overall look we used orange candles. clearly, autumn is our favourite color.” is pretty and elegant with some rustic tinge, giving it a Jyoti Brar, Creative Director, Decoratories by Jyot Brar mysterious cozy feel.” Ami Kothari, Founder, Dining Couture The Ideal Home and Garden December 2020 | 45
Special Feature Luxury redefined WorDs: Neha JhuNJhuNWala 46 | December 2020 The Ideal Home and Garden
Special Feature Luxury, a word associated with many different Altered circumstAnces cAn give us the chAnce to re- meanings and interpretations for different people. AnAlize our priorities And understAnding of our own Merriam Webster describes luxury as “a condition lives. neha JhunJhunwaLaL shAres with us how And why of abundance or great ease and comfort.” It could the term luxury for her hAs moved towArds much more mean just a glass of freshwater to someone reAl things As A result of this unusuAl yeAr. and conversely owning a plot on the moon to another. Even for me, the meaning of this word changed through different phases of my life - during childhood it meant having an extra day to sleep in because the rains had flooded the road, in adolescence the curfew time being pushed to 10 PM and later when luxury was buying a Hermes bag. But this year has changed the definition of luxury, I would imagine for most of us. With what this phase threw at all of us, luxury today has a completely new meaning. It is now attached to more simpler things: the simple joys of life. The things around us which we always took for granted are the ones the proved to be invaluably priceless during troubled times. It proved the best things in life money truly can’t buy! Luxury now, at home, means having a more sustainable lifestyle which is more eco-friendly and utilizes elements which are more sustainable, more natural! And incredibly nature does give us enough to make our homes refreshingly beautiful! Brought together, flowers dried at home, some hay straw sticks, wooden twigs of coconuts, and leaves finished off with some candles and an alluring tablescape is ready. Furthermore having a kitchen garden gives one the space where we can grow some herbs and vegetables and cook with them. Indeed luxury is when your kitchen garden smells so strongly of the herbs that they make your meals appetizing even before you start cooking. Who would have thought of this as luxury in the pre-Covid times? And lastly but most importantly, the people who make your home a home, your family. Build a home that matches well with your family’s vibe and personality. And enjoy the biggest luxury of all time which is to be around people who love and celebrate you. This is a luxury, whose importance we were able to understand only in these trying times! After having been gifted these lessons, let us now cherish the real and the true luxuries that life has to offer. Like enjoying the full blooms of your bougainvillea flower, spending a Sunday getting all muddy trying to manure and repot your plants, having flowers at home, eating that rare meal at a restaurant and just being so grateful and happy for all that we have in our lives. Luxury has finally found its true meaning, even if it took a global pandemic to help us understand the deep essence of the word. The Ideal Home and Garden December 2020 | 47
TIHG Decor Swinging TradiTionS Swaying back and forth, a swing or a jhula is a common fixtures of older Indian households that adds whimsy, familiar comfort and relaxing familiarity which is rooted in the magic of traditions. Here are some architects that have reintegrated this symbol of cozy earthiness into contemporary designs, to produce results that are genuinely breathtaking. Research: Arushi Chaturvedi ranjiTha govind raj | Founder, deSignriTmo | image: ravi Kanade “In a scenario where urbanisation has taken over our lifestyle, it becomes the architects responsibility to bring in the sweet memories of the bygone lifestyle and elements seen in vernacular living into the urban setting. Due to space constraints many at times we are only able to provide glimpses of it. In this house we were able to carve out a space where the client is reminded of the essence of living within nature. A semi open terrace space, in a setting of green walls and grass engulfed in natural light. When a setting is created, we needed to decide how the client will engage in the space. The decision of adding the jhula was to emphasis on the idea of creating a touch of vernacular living. The jhula brings in a very special touch to the space. While being the main eye-catching element, it also brings in a calming effect subconsciously along with bringing in childhood memories of a swing.” 48 | December 2020 The Ideal Home and Garden
TIHG Decor rahul daS menon | PrinciPal archiTecT, STudio TaB | image: juSTin SeBaSTian PhoTograPhy “The swing “Indian jhula” is a very interesting piece of furniture. Traditionally, it was always an integral part of seating across all realms of Indian architecture. Urbanization and subsequent shortage of space resulted in the jhula giving way to more compact furniture. We at studio TAB always try to introduce the jhula in its pure form or an interpretation of it based on the conceptual planning of the project. The jhula adds character, flair and a distinct sense of home within the given space. It is functional as much as it is aesthetic. It is a piece of furniture that encapsulates multi-fold functions - be it leisure, lounging, reading or a siesta.” The Ideal Home and Garden December 2020 | 49
TIHG Decor PanKaj Poddar | co-Founder, hiPcouch | imageS:anuja KamBli “A cosy reclusive sanctuary built meeTi ShroFF ToPiwala & neeKeT ToPiwala | FounderS, FaBleS deSignS | image: ar. Prachi KhaSgiwala for a family of four, this 1800 “Any interior space is sqft home is structurally bold & enhanced by its furniture. beautifully simple. Soft hues and As much as we like to work dainty details help create a snug along the generic furniture heaven. Jhulas, swings or hinchko sequence, it brings in a sense are an essential part of a gujarati of excitement when our household. In modern times having clients give us the leeway to a swing in the house is more of a experiment with unusual memory that you connect to your pieces such as swings. Swings childhood. To revive the same we have been a part of the Indian at Fables Designs installed a small fabric for centuries now. wooden pattiya jhula in the living Swings or Jhulas, as locally area. The jhula acts as a connection termed, bring in a sense of between the living & dining area vernacular touch to the space. sparking a conversation in the It connects the old to the new, room. It witnesses various moments modern to the traditional in the house right from sitting while keeping a check on its together and enjoying a cup of tea, own distinctiveness. A jhula to spending ‘me time’ with a good can bring in a playful and book. The humble jhula is truly a cozy vibe to any part of the live presence in the home!” home. Added benefit for this furniture piece is the varied materials it can be made out of. Jhulas hold memories that are carried from one generation to the next. We believe, jhulas bring in a sense of openness to the room with its no legs formula and helps in nurturing relationships more organically.” 50 | December 2020 The Ideal Home and Garden
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