Home Styling

Hi, I am back after a while. Was missing this place a lot. But relocating to a new city and setting up my home, kept me preoccupied. Not yet fully settled though! But thought of  doing a post on home decorating.

            I often say that your space reflects your personality, your taste and sense of aesthetics. We do spend a lot of money on clothes, accessories, cosmetics, perfumes etc. Most of us can surely allocate some of our fund to buying some decor items; or you may pick up some souvenirs during your trips. Do look out for online stores. And of course, do not miss the sale/discount offers.

            Uses of one or several trays on your tables, shelves or consoles will help your anchor your stuff. They will give neat look to the space. So bring out your decorative boxes, lamps, vases, bowls, books, plates and whatever you have and earn the wows of your friends and acquaintances. And don't forget to go through blogs and magazines to refresh your ideas. Take inspirations here:

Via bestfriendsforfrosting 

Buddha statue, mother-of-pearl box, ceramic flower, lamps

Via Traditional Home 

Vanity Fair

They are known in different names-- vanity room, powder room or simple bathrooms. In many houses this is the most neglected space while some people, with their imagination and creative skills, create a serene and relaxing space where we spend some private moments with ourselves.

So here are some of the bathrooms that I adore and hope that you will also appreciate. Some are colourful, some muted, some small, some huge....

Vibrant Moroccan style

Green Accents

 

Asian Style

Small Space

Pale Pink

Sharp Lines

Oriental Touch

Storage Savvy

 Vanity Space in Taupe

Space Utilisation

Posters and Pictures Galore

Patterned Wallpaper

 

Chocolate and White

Traditional With a Twist

Photo Credits: Elle Decor, Apartment Therapy, Style at Home, Better Homes and Gardens

Living with Art

Many people love to collect paintings and other pieces of artifacts. And these items add a dimension to their rooms and tell something about the owners' taste. Some even collect quirky things. So let's see how art enhances an interior and add a touch of colour?

Vibrant Versace room-- Over the top

Mix of Classy and modern

An opulent look

Pictures grouped together...

A bedroom looks serene with a painting, a wall hanging....

or a painted cabinet can be teamed up with a statue...

 

 

 I also love the golden edged bed cover

Kitchen is one of the most important rooms in the house. So do not ignore this space....

A multi-coloured print against a white background

 

Hippie posters on kitchen wall

A cute wall sticker from Ferm Living

Quirky pieces create a point of interest

Some may find it obnoxious!

Pics courtesy: Elle Decor, Apartment Therapy, New England Home, Female network, Architectural Digest, House to Home and Apartment Therapy

Beautiful Gardens

During winter, Delhi roads, gardens and traffic islands turn into riot of colours as the season-flowers are in full bloom till mid-March.

Be it at Lodi Garden, Nehru Park or just the colony gardens, you will spot flowers of different hues and varieties.

 

Rows of Dahlias, Pansies, Poppies, Roses, Aster, Calendula, Carnation, Petunia.... will instantly uplift your spirit.

While houses in Delhi still boast of huge gardens, those living in Mumbai have to be happy with just a few pots on the window sill. But don't lose heart. As poet Rabindranath Tagore said: "Kothao amar hariye jabar nei mana mone mone...." (Nothing impedes my wanderlust,
I spread my wings to the chimes of my song, in my imagination). You can surely visit places through your mind's eye.

So feast your eyes on these beautiful gardens and outdoor spaces, nestled in the lap of nature.

Way to wonderland? 

 

Great for a tea party with your pals...

Straight out of a painting book....

Best for curling up with a novel!!


Images courtesy: House Beautiful, New England Home, Apartment Therapy and Elle Decor.

Designer Duo

Hi! I am back from my holidays and am a bit excited!

          In this post I will feature the house of a designer couple Chaitali and Anando Banerjee and their little son Dhruv.  This Delhi house of my sister-in-law Chaitali,  a textile designer, and brother Anando, a game designer, reflects an understated elegance. The furniture have been deliberately kept minimal to allow a lot of open space. The elevated ceiling, open staircase and low seating add height to the room.

A cozy corner

Lord Ganesha bestowing blessings from atop a hand-painted cabinet with an antique look

Do not miss the beautiful red and gold hand embroidered curtain

The focal point of the room, of course, is the bling staircase!!

An ornate mirror reflects the other corner, adding depth to the room....

The blooming garden on the rooftop...

 

     

            

The charming duo is very popular among friends and this terrace garden often transforms into a party venue in the evenings!!

  

          

           Chaitali's workshop overlooks her colourful garden. The bright flowers in the outdoors inspire her creations on textiles. Her specialities are printing, hand-painting and embroidery on sarees, dresses, t-shirts, jackets, skirts and even furnishings. She mostly retails from home, but one can catch her at exhibitions at the embassies and other such venues.

Fiery red flowers painted on a black and gold sari

Prints and paintings on Tussar saris

An elegant kurti 

 

 

Applique, print,painting, embroidery... you have it all here

Hand-painted skirt

Hand-painted Jacket

A Chiffon Sari

A Hand-painted Scarf/Dupatta

           
You may contact Chaitali to buy any of these  designer stuffs at mobile no: 919818884959.



Chaitali and Anando's artistic sense and an eye for detail could be noticed throughout the house-- whether it is their embroidered curtain, or lamp shades,door knobs or hand-painted cabinets.... 

A floral door knob

A painted shade

A painted cabinet acts as Chaitali's dresser!!!

    

I thank Chaitali and Anando for allowing me to showcase their beautiful house. Do feel free to leave a comment. We all would appreciate it!

      By the way, my fortnight long holiday was quite rejuvenating as I spent time with my parents, my brother and his family-- I specially treasure my time with my nephew. I went on a shopping spree with Chaitali and also bonded with an old school mate and some relatives! So what else do I need? 

Ciao....