This rented Mumbai flat is a study in subtle elegance

The foyer leads to a dining area where a dining table that seats eight is placed under a horizontal hanging lamp. Picked from a local store, it adds to the contemporary décor that is amplified with the art on the wall behind it. A console with planters completes the look, and brings in the greens as the client requested.

As one walks ahead, the large seating space envelopes the living room. Muted, off-white couches in different sizes and shapes with a coffee table with rounded edges take centrestage. The rug underneath blends with the flooring, giving it a subtle, elevated feel. “The client wanted a home that is modern, contemporary, and done up in pastel hues with plants and art around. We knew about his inclination towards warm whites, and consciously picked only self-textured fabrics. We also added warm shades of wood and tan to the décor to balance it out,” adds Pandey. 

Adjacent to the seating area lies the bar which was created in-house by the designer and her team. “We specially designed the bar corner for a family that entertains a lot and loves their spirits. The rattan bar table is visually light and full of character while smoothly concealing the storage space behind it. We used nostalgic materials to unite the old with the new,” reveals Pandey. The art on the wall perfectly frames this corner, and was a gift from a family member to the clients.

The home design, even though minimally decorated, is inviting and has several pieces that grab your attention. “We are strong believers of personalising spaces and so the client and us together picked pieces of art that reflected their personality. Since this was a rented apartment, ​​we did minimal finishes on the walls and focused on the smaller details that actually add to the experience. The entire shell was maintained as is without any structural changes,” she concludes.