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    5 Simple Christmas Candle Decor Ideas For You

    5 Simple Christmas Candle Decor Ideas For You

    A few weeks back we kicked off the festive season with a post on Christmas decor ideas. That post had a list of 20 really easy ways to decorate your home for Christmas, and if you haven’t read it yet,

    Rittika November 27, 2017November 28, 2017 Festival & Party Decor, Tips, Trends & DIY 6 Comments Read more

    How I Get My Home Party Ready

    How I Get My Home Party Ready

    It’s festive time. Christmas and New Years are around the corner and that’s lots of reasons to have a party. Though if you like having your family and friends over there are always a gazillion reasons… birthdays, anniversaries, the first-day-it-rained pakoda

    Rittika November 20, 2017October 15, 2018 Tips, Trends & DIY 8 Comments Read more

    Decoupage Wine Glasses: A Sparkling Christmas DIY

    Decoupage Wine Glasses - A Sparkling Christmas DIY

    I’m in a chatty mood today, so I’m going start with how I got around to making these beautiful decoupage wine glasses. In case you’re not feeling so chatty or you’re simply short of time, you can skip right to

    Rittika November 14, 2017August 29, 2018 Tips, Trends & DIY 4 Comments Read more

    21 Cute and Easy Christmas Decor Ideas

    20 Cute and Easy Christmas Decor Ideas

    The best part about being in India is that the celebration never ends. Have you got your Diwali decorations down yet? Okay then, take a deep, relaxing breath. And let’s get ready for Christmas! Today I have some really cute

    Rittika November 7, 2017December 11, 2020 Festival & Party Decor 6 Comments Read more

    My Top 10 Amazing Experiences in Japan

    My Top 10 Amazing Experiences in Japan - Asakusa

    We just got back from a 10 day vacation in Japan and it was amazing. I’ve been downloading the photographs from my phone to my computer and categorizing and saving them. And I can’t help going through them again and

    Rittika November 2, 2017November 11, 2017 A Little Bit of Me 8 Comments Read more

    Rental Living Room Makeover For Em: Part 1

    Rental Living Room Makeover

    It’s time to introduce you to another project I’ve been working on lately, a rental living room makeover. Em recently moved into a rental flat which is neat and clean and has everything she needs. She had only 1 requirement…

    Rittika October 24, 2017April 8, 2019 Em's Living Room, Home Interiors, Projects, Rental Makeovers 6 Comments Read more

    My Home: Decorating For A Diwali Party

    Decorating for Diwali Dinner

    When you catch up with friends wearing Indian finery, for lots of gupshup and a little bit of taash, you know Diwali has arrived. This weekend we had a few friends over for a Diwali party which means I finally

    Rittika October 16, 2017November 1, 2020 A Little Bit of Me, Festival & Party Decor 6 Comments Read more

    Festival Special: Sofa Styling With Cushions By VLiving

    Festival Special - Sofa Styling With Cushions By VLiving

    The festive season is approaching and we’re all looking to decorate and spruce up our homes. To give our room that quick makeover. To make it bright, fresh and new. Adding or changing cushions is such a quick, cost effective

    Rittika October 11, 2017August 19, 2018 Accessories, Home Interiors, Shopping Hotspots, Tips, Trends & DIY 6 Comments Read more

    Diwali DIY: How To Paint Festive Glass Lanterns

    Diwali DIY - How To Paint Festive Glass Lanterns

    A couple of months back I saw these beautiful glass lanterns with pretty mehendi designs on Pinterest. It was love at first sight and I knew I had to try and make these for myself. With Diwali approaching I realised

    Rittika October 3, 2017November 1, 2020 Festival & Party Decor, Tips, Trends & DIY 4 Comments Read more

    9 Practical Tips For Coffee Table Styling

    Practical Tips for Coffee Table Styling

    Does your coffee table look like this? Do you swoon over the pretty coffee table styling pics in home decor magazines and then think that’s not practical?

    Rittika September 26, 2017August 19, 2018 Home Interiors, Living & Dining, Tips, Trends & DIY 8 Comments Read more
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    A soft sage-and-white palette keeps this kitchen f A soft sage-and-white palette keeps this kitchen feeling bright, while thoughtful details make it a joy to use. 👈🏻

• Sage green base cabinets grounded with crisp white overheads
• Slim handles that add a touch of vintage charm
• Tall appliance unit that houses the oven and the dosa batter grinder in the big drawer below it.
• A clean white countertop and backsplash that keep the focus on the cabinetry
• The loft above the hob concealed behind a louvred panel, allowing the AC to breathe without disrupting the design
• Open niches that break the symmetry just enough for a little greenery and styling

Quiet colours. Smart planning. A kitchen that’s built for everyday life.

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    The best seats in the house have seen it all— Morn The best seats in the house have seen it all—
Morning chai, midnight snacks, rushed Mondays, weekend gossip... and the occasional “just one drink.” 🥂

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These are our favourite breakfast and bar counters. Which one is yours? 

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    An #ARIYONAbeforeafter from this balcony (Swipe 👈🏻 An #ARIYONAbeforeafter from this balcony (Swipe 👈🏻for before)

Some makeovers are loud.
Some simply make you want to sit down and stay awhile.

This little balcony went from an overlooked passage to a favourite pause in the day.

A few thoughtful additions made all the difference:
• Comfortable seating for morning chai or evening conversations
• Layers of greenery to soften the edges
• Sculptural pendant lights that add personality without taking up space
• A small table that’s just enough for a book... and a second cup ☕

The best corners of a home aren’t always the biggest. Sometimes they’re just the ones that invite you to slow down.

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    A little floral, a little whimsy, and a whole lot A little floral, a little whimsy, and a whole lot of personality. 

Pink florals, little birds, soft lavender accents and a statement rattan headboard come together to create a room that’s playful without feeling too young.

• A wallpaper that doubles as art
• A sculptural rattan headboard adding texture
• Soft pinks and purples balanced with crisp white furniture
• Little layers that reflect a bright, cheerful personality

The kind of room that makes you smile every time you walk in. 

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    Wallpaper murals are like tattoos for your walls.. Wallpaper murals are like tattoos for your walls...
Much easier to explain to your parents. 😄
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They can bring in drama, tell a story, or simply make a room feel a little more magical.

These are our favourites. Which one is yours?

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    An #ARIYONAbeforeafter from this bathroom. (Swipe An #ARIYONAbeforeafter from this bathroom. (Swipe 👈🏻for before)

• A glass shower partition keeps the space visually open
• A floating vanity with drawers makes everyday storage effortless
• A vessel basin adds a sculptural touch without overwhelming the room
• A full-width mirror reflects light and makes the bathroom feel much larger
• Patterned floor tiles bring in personality while the walls stay soft and understated
• Warm lighting ties everything together for a space that’s as inviting at night as it is during the day

Proof that even the smallest rooms deserve thoughtful design.

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    An #ARIYONAbeforeafter from this study. (Swipe 👈🏻 An #ARIYONAbeforeafter from this study. (Swipe 👈🏻 for before)

This one custom unit became a library, TV wall, study nook and display space—all in one.

• Floor-to-ceiling bookshelves for a lifetime of reading
• A TV unit seamlessly built into the composition
• Deep drawers below to hide away everyday clutter
• A compact workspace tucked by the window with natural light
• Rich walnut tones paired with deep green accents for warmth and depth
• Adjustable picture lights that put the spotlight exactly where it belongs—on the books

One well-designed wall can do the job of four!

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    A home feels calmer when the colours flow from one A home feels calmer when the colours flow from one space to the next. 👈🏻👈🏻 

Here’s how we carried the same earthy palette across the living and dining areas to make the transition feel seamless.

• Gentle beige and taupe keeping everything light
• Warm walnut tones adding richness
• Muted greens bringing depth

See how the living room rug quietly pulling all those colours together, making the two spaces feel like one?

A cohesive palette doesn’t have to be monochrome.. just a few well-repeated colours that make everything feel naturally connected. 

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