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    Project Comeback: We Start The Woodwork

    Project Comeback: We Start The Woodwork

    The carpenters came on to site this week and we finally began the woodwork at Project Comeback.

    Rittika August 26, 2016August 27, 2016 Bedrooms, Home Interiors, Project Comeback, Projects 2 Comments Read more

    Kitchen Cabinets: Placing Them Right

    Kitchen Cabinets: Placing Them Right

    A while back we had finalised the kitchen layout for Project Comeback. Once the layout is final, we move on to the next step in kitchen planning. We decide where we want to place all the kitchen cabinets and equipment. If you

    Rittika August 19, 2016May 11, 2017 Home Interiors, Kitchens, Project Comeback, Projects 4 Comments Read more

    Mosaic and Other Wonders for Your Floor

    Mosaic and Other Wonders for Your Floor

    A few days back I decided to visit the Nitco Le Studio. Nitco tiles are available all over and I have seen them at various outlets, but I had seen their mosaic only in catalogs and online and so, wanted to see this for myself. The

    Rittika August 12, 2016 Shopping Hotspots, Tile & Stone No Comments Read more

    Make Your Electrical Plan: Step-by-Step

    Make Your Electrical Plan: Step-by-Step

    In the last post, we figured out all the important things to keep in mind while making our electrical plan. Now we know exactly what electrical points we need and where. But how do you convey this to your electrical contractor?

    Rittika August 5, 2016September 11, 2017 Home Interiors, Tips, Trends & DIY No Comments Read more

    Electrical Plan: 5 Things to Remember

    Electrical Plan: 5 Things to Remember

    Do you remember the time you pulled your blanket over yourself and snuggled into bed… and then realised that you wanted the fan a little faster… and the regulator was across the room on the opposite wall? Do you remember

    Rittika July 30, 2016September 11, 2017 Home Interiors, Tips, Trends & DIY 2 Comments Read more

    Home Office: Beautifully Organized

    Home Office: Beautifully Organized

    Next, we started planning the home office. Missus is queen of her castle and she plans to rule her little world from here. She will spend most of her day working from this room so she is looking for a comfortable, organized and beautiful space.

    Rittika July 23, 2016May 18, 2017 Home Interiors, Home Office, Project Comeback, Projects 1 Comment Read more

    Home Decor: Shopping Away the Monsoon Blues

    Home Decor: Shopping Away the Monsoon Blues

    The rains are here, and how! It’s time for hot chocolate, monsoon treks, fire-flies and, of course, monsoon shopping!

    Rittika July 15, 2016August 5, 2016 Accessories, Furniture, Shopping Hotspots 4 Comments Read more

    Kids Bedrooms

    Kids Bedrooms

    Designing kids bedrooms is a bit of a balancing act. Whether it is sleeping or studying, rest or play, me-time or socializing, for children it all happens in their room. Also, their requirements are constantly changing as they grow up. So

    Rittika July 8, 2016July 12, 2016 Bedrooms, Home Interiors, Project Comeback, Projects 2 Comments Read more

    Master Suite: Planning the Layout

    Master Suite: Planning the Layout

    I had great fun planning out the Master Suite. Mister and Missus specifically wanted the master bedroom to have separate dressing and sleeping areas. I pictured a spacious, elegant, well planned master suite and got to work. 

    Rittika July 2, 2016April 10, 2017 Bedrooms, Home Interiors, Project Comeback, Projects No Comments Read more

    Kitchen Layout

    Kitchen Layout

    Designing the kitchen layout requires the maximum amount of thought and planning. There are many different functional areas in a kitchen. The ‘main’ areas are for food preparation, cooking and cleaning. Then there are the ‘extras’.

    Rittika June 23, 2016September 11, 2017 Home Interiors, Kitchens, Project Comeback, Projects 1 Comment Read more
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    The living and dining of Vahaal are where the home The living and dining of Vahaal are where the home truly comes to life. Every material, colour and handcrafted detail creates a home that quietly celebrates the family’s roots while feeling perfectly at home in present-day Mumbai.

Wooden ceiling beams bring warmth overhead, a handcrafted swing bridges the living and dining spaces, and a mix of contemporary and traditional furniture gives the room its character. 

This gorgeus space is live on the blog today. Click link in bio to explore the details. 
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    Sideboards: because apparently every dining room n Sideboards: because apparently every dining room needs one piece of furniture whose main job is to quietly hide all the things we don’t want on display. 

And yet, they can do so much more:

• Extra storage, without making the room feel bulky
• A surface for art, lamps, books — and the occasional bowl of something decorative
• A chance to bring in a different material, colour or texture
• The perfect spot to make a little styling statement

Some are subtle. Some are sculptural. Some are doing a lot of the heavy lifting.

These are our favourites. Which one is yours?

Photography: @bizou.photos
    When I asked our client what she’d like to see on When I asked our client what she’d like to see on the foyer ceiling, her answer was simple: a monastery vibe.

We loved the idea, but there was one little challenge. This ceiling had to feel peaceful and contemplative, while still belonging to the colourful, layered world of Vahaal.

So we took that feeling and interpreted it in our own way. Rich earthy tones, intricate geometric patterns and a warm brass chandelier come together to create a ceiling that feels almost meditative, but still carries the character of the home.

Sometimes the most interesting design ideas start with just three words: “I want this.” 🤍

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    A room that has to do a little bit of everything — A room that has to do a little bit of everything — work, read, watch, lounge… and apparently supervise the cat.

The brief here was to bring study and entertainment together without making the room feel like an office.

• A full-height walnut unit combines the TV, bookshelves, storage and a compact work desk
• The deep teal backdrop gives the joinery some depth and makes the warm wood stand out
• Open shelves keep the unit from feeling too heavy and give all those books a starring role
• A vintage-style upholstered chair adds a softer, more collected note
• Layered curtains filter the daylight and make the room feel cosy when it’s time to switch from work mode to movie mode

And the best part? Everything has its place, but the room still feels like a living space rather than a piece of cabinetry.

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    Every home has a story. Some begin with a floor pl Every home has a story. Some begin with a floor plan. Others begin with a feeling. Vahaal is one of those homes.

It was gifted to our client by her late father. The interiors, in turn, were lovingly commissioned by her brother. Before we even picked a colour palette or sketched the first layout, this home was already wrapped in love. Designing it was simply our way of carrying that story forward.

Some places feel like home the very first time you step inside...
Vahaal is exactly that.
Some people feel like home even though you’ve only just met them...
@riddhi_biren_savla and @rishitsavla are exactly that.

This home is warm, personal and full of little stories. And perhaps that’s what makes it feel like home.

I can’t wait to take you through it...
Welcome to Vahaal. 🤍 

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    There are two kinds of people: those who take thei There are two kinds of people:
those who take their shoes off at the door… and those who somehow manage to leave them everywhere else. 😂

So, here’s to shoe storage that keeps the foyer looking considerably more civilised.

A few of our favourite ways to tuck the footwear away — from sleek and minimal to storage that makes a feature of itself.

These are our favourites. Which one is yours?

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    A girls’ room that gets its warmth from mixing mat A girls’ room that gets its warmth from mixing materials, not matching everything.

• White wardrobes keep the room light and airy
• Warm wood on the bed and bedside table adds depth
• Soft peaches bring a gentle, playful layer
• Greens from the tropical mural add freshness and contrast
• Woven textures and fabric details keep all those colours feeling cosy rather than busy

The mix of wood + fabric + painted finishes + pattern is what gives this room its warmth. Nothing feels too polished, and nothing feels too precious — which is exactly what a girl’s room should be.

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

From concrete shell to a bedroom with a point of view.
• A deep blue-and-white palette with a distinctly Indian-inspired feel
• Custom wardrobe shutters with floral detailing
• A traditional carved bed bringing warmth and character
• Patterned textiles tying the whole room together

The biggest change? Not just what was added, but how the room went from construction site to a space that feels like it belongs to someone.

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