In our series, The Way We Live, featuring homes, people and the way private residences are created, this week we visit a home by the river in Calicut designed by the architect-owner with one plan: give every member of her family a spot of their own
Whether you have a lush garden, a spacious patio, or a small balcony with a view, it is time to deck up your outdoor spaces and we have picked furniture pieces in an array of designs and materials for you to choose from
The design conscious brand has launched their latest collection of sofas, accessories, and modular sofas are the stars
In our series, The Way We Live, featuring homes, people and the way private residences are created, this week we visit a home by the river in Calicut designed by the architect-owner with one plan: give every member of her family a spot of their own
Shonali Mahajan, founder of Little Nugget nursery design studio, gave us a lowdown on what goes behind designing the first room for your child
Combine DIY, a bit of colour, interesting décor elements and personal effects to create a room that’s neither too childish nor too adult, the perfect room for a cool teen
Plan the décor of your bedroom around a beautiful headboard
A DIY that uses Origami folding techniques to create an elegant, beautiful envelope nobody will want to throw away
Painting the exterior surfaces of your home takes very different planning and preparation from doing interior spaces. This is a comprehensive guide to the entire process so that your home is ready for the cool weather
What does a bedroom need to become a sanctuary? These tips will set you on your way to having a cosy space to retreat to at the end of the day
It is the season of hosting friends and family for vacation and festivals. For our columnist being a good host is a double-edged sword, of fun, frolic and companionship against being overworked and under-appreciated
The right shade and texture of Asian Paints exterior paint, plus a selection of elegant accessories turned a small balcony into the centre-spot of a party
Our candle-obsessive writer explains the sensory appeal of the beloved home accessory, the best you should buy, and the rituals you must undertake in order to experience a candle fully
Don’t just buy a gift, personalise it with a handmade origami box. Watch our video for the steps
Celebrity wedding designer Devika Narain draws from her expertise in designing dream weddings to show us how to prep our homes for Diwali. In the fourth part of our series, she demonstrates how to fashion an efficient bar area with furniture that you already own
In the last of our three-part series on modern living, our columnist Sunaina Kumar speaks to inter-cultural couples to come to the conclusion that home is not just a physical location, it is not always a house that one grows up in, it can be a space you build anywhere in the world with a loved one
For our series The Way We Live this week we tour a holiday home in Karjat. Sitting under the shade of a mango tree on a farm outside the city, this home affords its residents a pause from their daily lives. The well-thought out design allows for unobstructed views of the farm, ample natural light and even reduces the temperature
Celebrity wedding designer Devika Narain draws from her expertise in designing dream weddings to show us how to prep our homes for Diwali. In the third part of our series, using creamy white, cool blues and a plethora of greens emerging from the fragrant blooms of jasmine and tuberose she styles a Diwali look that is an antithesis of the season’s typical style
A dining table with a built-in wine rack or a sofa with an arm chute, great-looking furniture with a lot of storage is just what we need
This cosy office is home to MuseLAB’s studio where light plays an important role
In the second of our three-part series on solo living, co-living, inter-cultural living, basically modern living, our columnist Sunaina Kumar documents the joys and travails of those in their 30s who have opted to live with flatmates and friends
With about 250 stalls, at The Blind Relief Association’s annual Diwali Bazar you can shop for jewellery, lanterns, handloom saris, home décor textiles and products that benefit non-profits, such as those made by Tihar Jail inmates
In the first of our three-part series on solo living, co-living, inter-cultural living, basically modern living, our columnist Sunaina Kumar writes on how the end of a long-term relationship made her introspect her idea of home and our attachment to the possessions that we think make it our space
A contemporary architect following in the footsteps of Laurie Baker and Mahatma Gandhi, Vinu Daniel says he is building for an apocalyptic climate
If your Diwali cleaning checklist is giving you heartburn, then it’s time for some outsourcing
Devika Narain draws from her expertise in designing dream weddings to show us how to prep our homes for Diwali. In the second part of our series on styling for Diwali gatherings, she creates a bright and cheery table setting
Plus, a selection of our top vacuum cleaners from Amazon that clean out the competition
Green smoothies, sustainable fashion, natural skincare, a plastic-free home – if this is the lifestyle you prefer, you can now add natural paints to your home renovation plans this Diwali. Launched this week, Nilaya Naturals is India’s first luxury organic paint collection and here’s everything you need to know about it
In our series, The Way We Live, featuring homes, people and the way private residences are created, this week we visit designer Aratrik Dev Varman’s house. Tour this home that is frugal in philosophy, and Gandhian in spirit. Plus, he gives us the best tips on designing small spaces
Is minimalism just a trend? Designer Sanjay Garg says it is, and he’s more interested in frugality as an approach to design and living
In the last of our four-part series on everything you need to know about moving, columnist and serial home-changer Arun Janardhan says that in your home, create areas where you perform certain functions. And try not to eat in bed!
This October 2nd is Mahatma Gandhi’s 150th birthday. As in many aspects, he had a strong impact on design in this country and understood its value as a form of communication and thoughtful living. British-Indian architect Laurie Baker was an ardent Gandhian who championed frugal architecture as a way to be sustainable and environment-friendly. Read about this icon and watch our exclusive tour of Pallikoodam, the school he designed for educationist Mary Roy, in Kerala
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