Abundant Terraces: A Spot of Calm Amidst Frenzy

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ITALY’S LEADING INTERIORS AND DESIGN MAGAZINE VOL. 4 ISSUE 11
THEME OF THE MONTH

a work in progress
SOLUTIONS
a masked wall
DESIGNER IN FOCUS
satyendra pakhale
HABITAT
classical
irony
abundant terraces
a spot of calm amidst frenzy
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November 2012
THE THEME OF THE MONTH

WORK IN PROGRESS
22 UNRULY TEXTURES
24 WARM, NEUTRAL TONES
26 UNCONVENTIONAL IDEAS
28 DARK TONES REJUVENATE
SHOPPING & NEWS

30 NEWS: OPENINGS, LAUNCHES AND MORE
36 SHOWCASE: A STORAGE SAGA
38 SHOWCASE: CARE FOR COFFEE?
THE HOUSE OF THE MONTH

MILAN, ITALY
41 A BIG, FAT & BREEZY APARTMENT FOR SIX
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LIVING SPACES
62 CREATIVE SPACES: SEDUCTIVE LUXURY
76 HABITAT: CLASSICAL IRONY
84 LIFESTYLE: INDUSTRIAL POETRY
96 DESIGN BASICS: SEAMLESS SPACES
97 SOLUTIONS: A MASKED WALL
DEPARTMENTS
16 EDITORIAL
102 NOTES FROM CERSAIE
100 TIPS & TRENDS
103 SHOPLIST
104 DESIGNER IN FOCUS
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THEME OF THE MONTH

a work in progress
VOL. 4 ISSUE 11
SOLUTIONS
a masked wall
DESIGNER IN FOCUS
satyendra pakhale
HABITAT
classical
irony
abundant terraces
a spot of calm amidst frenzy
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EDITORIAL
Designers of Indian origin are kicking up a storm globally.

Last month, we featured Indian-born Nipa Doshi and
her British husband Jonathan Levien’s Chandigarh
collection of sofas for Moroso. Earlier, we also featured
Sahil Bagga and Sarthak Sengupta who showcased
their Katran collection at the Milan Furniture Fair
and the Victoria & Albert Museum in London. This
time, it’s IIT Mumbai alumnus and now Amsterdam-
based designer Satyendra Pakhale’s Swan collection in
marble, which has recently been presented at the PAD
(Pavilion of Art & Design) fair in London.
In Design Basics, we feature the interesting exterior
of a house in Bangalore, where its trapezoid shape
has been its biggest advantage, accentuated with a
curving and external staircase. The architect explains
how the fluid structure has become a talking point in
the neighbourhood.
With the spirit of celebration in the air, it’s time to shop. We present Karthik Vaidyanathan’s
Varnam collection, which gives a contemporary twist to the rural craft of lacquerware from
Channapatna, on the outskirts of Bangalore. There’s also Sarthak Shah’s custom-made
cutlery to impress your guests. And for a touch of fun, try out some quirky doormats,
which promise to be practical and entertaining as well.
Enjoy the festive season and pick up some renovation tips here. Location courtesy BoConcept
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and simple lines allow both, an exclusive unit combination as well requirements. Accessories include free-standing dressing table with
as a comfort-oriented modular design. The sleeping system can be lively curves and mirror along with open ancillary trolley which can
equipped optionally, with a remote control (Cable or Infra red be used while sitting on bed. It also has mobile consoles as well.
remote) whereby one can raise the head and the foot level. There The collection includes efficiently indirect and continuously
are two different headboard cushions, leather footboards and dimmable lights in the headboard section. It also has LED bedside
headboard options in fabric/leather. lighting with motion sensor which can be slid in and out. The finishes
The collection also has semi-walk-in and combined sliding/hinged in the range include Oak Anthracite, White Lacquer and Walnut.
Elumo II
Elumo II is a contemporary and highly functional bedroom range
with gentle colours, simple design and light surfaces. The range
offers two different bed frames and four different headboard designs
which can be combined to create eight different bed versions. The
standard or functional headboard is finished in genuine leather with
white lacquered headboard. The low headboard is done in core
walnut with genuine nougat leather. The bed surround frame can be
selected in wood/lacquer version or of genuine leather. Bedside
tables and side chests are also available with open compartment with
LED light panels and LED motion light that reacts to hand
movements. The beds have high-grade quality spring base frames
and mattresses.
Customised wardrobes are also available with an all-round passé
partout frame and energy-efficient LED surface-mounted lights.
The finishes include white lacquer and core walnut along with
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WORK IN PROGRESS. Renovation, maintenance or
simply introducing a new element, our houses are always
a work in progress. From upholstery to appliances,
fittings to furnishings, everything is open to refashioning
or replacement. Get inspired with four moods for four
different rooms.
By Chiara Dal Canto and Monica Pilotto
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In the dining area, unplastered walls
dictate the rules. The unruly, textured
bricks and heaters are inspired by an
industrial environment.
A wide range of
low-maintenance materials can
be applied to walls with different
effects to illustrate the work-in-
progress theme. By Oikos.
Reminiscent of cast-iron
heaters, but miles ahead in
technological innovation, these
sculpted modular aluminium
heaters are ideal for your holiday
home in the hills. Agorà by Tubes.
The base is in glazed

ceramic and the upper portion
in cast brass. The switch in
view is an exposed duct in
brass detailing, designed by
Aldo Bernardi.
This looks like old bricks,

but is instead a wall, printed In stainless steel, crystal, glass
with an eco-friendly material or any material you please, the
that creates different effects, stairs from the La Font series are
from stone to wood. tailormade to cater to individual
By Ideal Work. tastes. By Fontanot.
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In the living room,
neutral tones and
delicate textures
create a warm
atmosphere.The
sliding walls are a
stylish addition for
a modern look,but
without coldness.
Rigorous and
sophisticated, need
we say more?
Panels in lacquered glass and minimum thickness aluminium

that slide onto walls and ceilings, characterised by a matching
recessed metal handle. Graphis Plus system by Rimadesio.
The punched texture

in these copper sheets is inspired by
the abstract patterns of nature in Greek
decor. By KME Agency.
A light control that’s different

from the rest: A dot on the wall,
Neo looks modern and offers an
option to insert an LED to make it
visible in the dark. By PLH.
Enamelled porcelain
stoneware tiles, inspired
by colours and textures
found in petrified wood. A decorative and durable
They come in black and laminate, Parqwall can cover any kind of
white and are available in wall. This laminated modular system is
two formats—60x60 and available in 95 colours and textures.
30x60 cm. By Ragno. By Abet Laminati.
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Unconventional ideas for the kitchen,
a curious place where hi-technology and
aesthetics coexist, from hand-painted tiles
to disappearing hoods.
The dry-stone Mone Napoleone Fast

is a porcelain stoneware covering, which
is easy to clean, non-porous and highly-
resistant to abrasion and comes in the
above four colours. By del Conca.
Used for different surfaces,

the veneered panel Nadir features
a geometrical texture on a square
background. The intersection of lines
lends the surface a visual 3D effect and is
available in numerous finishes. By Cleaf.
Inspired by the Orient, these

terracotta tiles from the Komon
collection borrow from the 300-year-
old traditional Japanese decorations
by the same name. These hand-
decorated tiles come in various
colours. By Made a Mano
The washbasin Aton

uses stainless steel,
which is most resistant
to rust and chemical
attack.The curved lines
that accompany the
draining tray prevent water Disappearing when not needed,
overflow and are designed the Fabula kitchen hood consists of a panel
for optimal functionality. that is automatically lowered to create a
By Franke. homogeneous surface with the burners when
not in use. An LED bar lights up the cooking
surface, creating a cosy and functional corner.
By Faber.
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In the bedroom, the shades go darker
with dark-toned wall paints, upholstery
and floors surrounding each other in a
harmonious manner, protecting our need
to rest and rejuvenate, so that we can get
the perfect night’s sleep.
Colours and textures

that signify warm sunsets and recreate
a rustic atmosphere. They can be used
for walls and floors and are water-based,
eco-friendly and solvent-free products.
By Metropolis Ivasa.
An intelligent switch,
touch it to turn on the light and if you
forget to turn it off on the way out, it
does so by itself through its infrared
motion sensor. Green Switch
by BTicino.
The porcelain stoneware

floor is a new product that
allows you to cover the floors,
furniture and even shower
cabins with a resin sole. These
have an excellent resistance
to yellowing and are easy to
clean. By Rezina.
A new product,
the Arbor is a collection of
wood-inspired floors with a
grosgrain finish. It’s made
from the digital jet system, to
make the tiles non-absorbing Capitonne’, a decorative modular
and chemical-resistant and panel in ceramic chalk, is designed by
comes in white, grey, beige, Jacopo Cecchi. It comes embossed with
black and brown. By Century 3D elegant triangular cushions and adds
Fincibec Group. softness to the bedroom. By 3D Surface.
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SHOPPING & NEWS

Give in to the festive spirit around you with
news from the world of interiors. Take your
pick from interesting storage options and
coffee tables too.
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NEWS
WALL COLOUR TRENDS
GO FOR INDIGO
STORE LAUNCH
AkzoNobel, the maker
An Aroma Boutique of Dulux paints in India,
unveiled its Colour Futures
Iris, from Ripple Fragrances, has launched 2013, an annual colour trend
its home fragrance boutique at Lavelle Road, research revealing indigo as
Bangalore. The boutique offers both eclectic the dominant colour for the
and affordable luxury and includes accessories season. A benevolent colour
and home décor artifacts, besides an extensive that combines a trustworthy
candle range. IRIS Aroma Boutique keeps in nature and evocative
mind the burgeoning expectations of a woman elegance of robust blue,
who prides herself on having the best for her indigo is a striking statement
home. Ripple Fragrances is an initiative of the colour that is perfect for
Mysore-based N R Group. For a gifting option or modern homes. For more
to give your home a fragrance makeover, check information, visit
out the store. For more information, visit www.colourfutures.com.
www.ripplefragrances.com.
GIFTING IDEAS
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ACCESSORISE
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The Home Collective is a home utility store set up by Pooja Kejriwal and Anay
Choksey which deals in affordable luxurious home accessories such as basic
kitchen tools, designer flatware and leisure products from 27 different brands and
includes magazine racks, letter boxes to bar and garden accessories. It also has
quality products for children, including animal face hooks and cutlery. The Monad
Pitcher Set is designed so that the pitcher and glasses fit coÜactly in the round-
shaped tray. You can put the filled pitcher and multiple glasses on the tray and
bring to your guests in one go. The Nexus Pen Holder is not another ordinary office WATCH OUT FOR
desk line, but crafted in German quality and design. Also part of the collection is an
elegant yet practical coffee set-for-six made of high-quality porcelain and a siÜle
yet sleek table-top water fountain. For more information, visit
STYLISH CUTLERY
If you love throwing parties,
www.homecollective.in or call 022 66555390.
check out Sarthak Shah’s cutlery
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WEBSITES TO FOLLOW
conceived in 2009. It’s great for
■ www.designwali.com Read updates from an Indo-Canadian self-
gifting as well. Says Shah, “I was
confessed design junkie, who moonlights as an interior designer. at a formal dinner at my friends’
■ www.soundhornplease.blogspot.in Check it out for design
house, where everything including
inspirations and online resources. ■ www.rangmadeinindia.blogspot. the service was iÜeccable, but
in The blog archives colours, patterns, typography and forÙ of I found something missing on
colourful Indian.furniture design. the dining table. I immediately
thought of decorating cutlery to
RE-IMAGINING INDIA
match one’s crockery set.” They
INSPIRED CRAFT believe in adding a personalised
touch for every customer and
At Varnam, Karthik Vaidyanathan has customise designs to match the
mix-and-matched the craft of “lac-
client’s crockery. They take orders
turnery” or lacquered woodwork from
Channapatna with the khanaa fabric for wedding gifts too. For more
that is worn as blouse pieces by women information, drop him a line at
along the north Karnataka border and sarthak@kenilind.com.
Maharashtra. Its products are available
DESIGN DECODED
at select stores in Mumbai, Bangalore,
Chennai and Hyderabad currently. The
lighting range includes floor laÜ bases
Capitonnè:
from Channapatna, Villakku table laÜs The Capitonnè effect refers to
with khanaa shades and drop cylindrical the tufting or quilting used as
lights with Channapatna accessories, padding for sofas or armchairs
while the dining accessories showcase and developed around the
wine bottle stoppers, salt-and-pepper
shakers. For more information, drop
year 1800. Originally, quilted
him a line at myvarnam@gmail.com, call Capiton refers to a deviation of
9980735911 or visit www.varnam.co.in. spun silk.
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CARE FOR COFFEE? A coffee table is the centerpiece of a living room.

Casual or quirky, we have the right fix for you.
Exhibit D: The Poppy table is in Pallate: The floral-patterned Bouquet Pinakin: With fretwork legs and
Burma teak with stainless steel legs. table has a resin top and an uneven hollow velvet inside, it offers storage
Priced at Rs.1,40,000. surface. Priced at Rs.1,35,000. as well. Priced at Rs. 85,000.
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The restructuring illustrated in these pages shows how
a large, but confined place, by virtue of being inhabited
by six residents can happily accommodate the needs
of each. The special location obviously helps.
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Yes, we are in the The Superarchimoon

centre of the city: is an outdoor lamp
This terrace serves as with enhanced weather
an actual living room, resistance, by Flos. The
overlooking the scenery small, round table-on-
outside and taking wheels has an MDF
every advantage of the surface and is by Roche
unique setting. Here, Bobois, the tea tray by
the main protagonist is L’Oca Nera, coffee set by
the outdoor sofa Spool Tescoma and tall vases
003 in steel and rope, by Corradi. The flooring
with cushions by Roda, is elegant, done in teak.
accompanied by the
small, square side table.
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A big, fat and breezy

apartment for six
M
Is it California, or the assimo Corsico (in the photo) is fortunate to
have got an opportunity to showcase his talent
south of Spain? No, in redesigning the layout of this apartment,
this is Milan, the most located in an exclusive and brand new
building, designed by the master architect
frenzied metropolitan Antonio Citterio. His friends and clients, a young couple
city in Italy. The house with two children aged three and five, had clear ideas, like
him—this had to be a true family home, comfortable and
here, though, serves cosy. It had to be kept in mind that besides the four members of the family,
an au pair or nanny and a housekeeper was to live here as well, all in 150
up calm spaces— square metres. With the apartment located on the 17th and top-most floor of
terrace-like rooms with the tower, they wanted to make the most of the tower view. The idea was to
explore the wonderful, unusual relationship between the interiors, the city
breathtaking views. and the terraces (three of them!), unusual in a city, to communicate through
Not only beautiful, but open spaces, with windows reflecting the surrounding scenery that resembles
paintings on a wall. “That’s why I created a neutral, white ‘box’, suspended
functional too as it over the skies of Milan,” says Corsico.
caters to the needs of Redesigning the apartment was not easy, with rigid constraints regarding its
layout. “The walls and ceilings of the building couldn’t be touched,” he explains.
a large family. So he redesigned the bathrooms and introduced finishing materials consistent
with the poetic objective of opening the apartment to the “outdoors”. Light
Interior design by Massimo Corsico floors in beech-wood and snow-white walls were used, as white enhances
(Luxhabitat), Styling by Valeria Girardi, the light, and there can never be too much of it. Speaking of lighting, but
Photos by Max Zambelli, Text by Anna artificial, here’s the twist—a slight lowering of the ceiling was enough to
Assumma, Rendering by FezCreation,
Collaborators: Elena Cattaneo and
introduce luminous chain-lighting, which like an arrow with its oblique flow,
Silvia Magnano points towards the best view for the eye, one that takes us to the spire of
the cathedral. The kitchen is custom-designed, like the mirrored wardrobe in
the bedroom. And then, there’s the very wise and feminine décor by Valeria
Girardi. Look what she’s made of the main terrace—it’s now a mini-suite in the
open air, almost twice as large as the apartment. It’s possible, even in Milan!
Terraces framed like paintings:

The Milan residential complex,
where the apartment is situated,
is called 52Greenway. The project
is immersed in greens despite
being located in the city centre (via
Paolo Lomazzo 52), and is built by
Antonio Citterio and Partners and
Anna Giorgi and Partners.

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The parents’ world. Behind the
door, ahead of the short corridor,
is a suite just for themselves, with
an almost square bathroom on the
left, where two basins rest on a flat
surface. Behind the mirrored wall,
in the second part of the L-shaped
corridor, there is a recessed closet
built into the wall for free space.
There are never enough cabinets.

Six people live here and despite the 150
square metres, which is not less, it’s not easy
to hold everything the household needs. But
the family has accomplished it, with eight
wardrobes and containers, big and small,
placed one behind the other, in an L-shape.
A clever play of snap-fits. The access-

room of the sleeping area articulates two
bathrooms (one containing the shower and
the other, the bathtub). The room adjoining
the parent’s room is for the au pair. Next to
them, is the children’s room with the privilege
of a small terrace.
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An open, but not too open, The terrace doubles the space.
living room. Here, the entrance is A terrace like this is precious not only
placed exactly in the middle of the because it invents an open-air living
living room, allowing the layout to room with dining possibilities but also
distribute the flow. To the left is the because its narrow and very long form
night area and to the right, is the embraces the kitchen (the only room in
heart of the day zone. But, mind the apartment with somewhat sacrificed
the wall that fences it, guaranteeing dimensions), giving it some air-flow.
privacy and suggesting the corridor.
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Living outdoors and Luxhabitat. The grey-blue

indoors. curtains by Fazzini, in linen
This house (above) exists gauze, veil the landscape,
in two worlds—one if required, that is. The
behind the glass wall of tracking lamps Sistema
the terrace with Milan in 094 (Viabizzuno), with a
the background; the other combined spotlight, direct
in the living room, which one’s gaze decidedly. On
seems to be suspended the facing page, the other
in the sky, furnished side of the terrace can
by the black leather be seen, inhabited by the
armchair by Poliform. Tornado table with a teak
The ethereal bookcase is surface, by Roda. Around
by MisuraEmme; picture it are Louis Ghost chairs, a
frames by L’Oca Nera classic by Philippe Starck
and vases and boxes by (Kartell) and a blue Gipsy
Calligaris. The light tower chair from Bontempi.
in the corner (placed The cloth basket is by
next to the bookshelf) is Tescoma and glass
the unique Albha lamp candle-holder by Corradi.
with a cylinder in fabric
print, of 208 cm height by
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Classic comfort:
A sofa like this can only be
an invitation to relax. Titled
Mood, it’s snow-white
and 229 cm in length, by
Pianca. As a contrast,
the armchair is in black
leather, with a light steel
structure (Poliform). The
hand-knotted carpet is
black too, 240x170 cm, by
Wisenbach; the mirrored
glass tube with small steel
legs is Drop by Natuzzi;
the tall vase and glasses
are by Calligaris. On the
cabinet is a family heirloom,
the black and white table
lamp Snoopy, designed
by Castiglioni in 1967 and
made of varnished metal
with a marble base, by
Flos. The play of colours
includes the clear beech
parquet with long staves,
snow-white walls
and pillows in shades
complementing
the curtains.
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The scenic verandah:

An eternally picturesque
décor idea—covering
the table with large fabric
drapes. It doesn’t matter
what colour or material,
as long as the tablecloth
is a large one, falling on
the floor in rich folds, like
the linen one in this picture
(by Fazzini), coordinated
subtly with Gipsy chairs
by Bontempi. This makes
for a gorgeous open-air
dining area. The ceramic
centerpiece is by Calligaris
and the Soffio linen
curtains by Fazzini.
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Comfortable, yet
sophisticated:
That’s how a kitchen
designed by Massimo
Corsico can be described,
made from modular fittings
by Arredo 3. The shutters
are white lacquered, the
highly-resistant desk is
made of Corian. In the
column are household
appliances (Samsung
refrigerator and AEG oven)
and some containers. The
Tray Roller food trolley is
by Calligaris. The other
accessories include
the Brandani thermos,
Tescoma tea-kettle and
cutting board, L’Oca Nera
rattan cutlery holder and
tablemats. The floor too is
“family-proof”, made using
EvolutionStone tiles in
120x60 cm by Marazzi.

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Plissé silk satin

ADD THE VIOLET… for Elba tapestry
by Elitis, in nine
colours.
The fashion world has defined it
as the protagonist of the season Azure-grey,
and we decided to steal some a recurring shade
in our house in this
inspiration from autumn berries Maritime armchair
to create chromatic variations in by Casamania.
our pallette.
Kandy Her
Majesty
Doors, walls and the
wallpaper with
ceiling are covered
a shuntung
with oak solid wood:
effect by Elitis.
by Itlas.
Colour samples
in resin cement
CL08 by Kerakoll.
Wooden veneer
for furniture and
walls. Concept
Boreas, 250x65
cm. By Alpi.
Mapecolor
Epoxy stone grey
self-levelling resin Pral artificial material
by Mapei. by Abet Laminati,
to create tailormade
coloured surfaces in the
bathroom and kitchen.
A cement effect
for Taiga laminate by Scratch-
Mural metal with Abet Print, wear and resistant
watercolour effects: vapour-resistant, ideal surface in grey,
Klondike Light 429A for kitchen surfaces. used for kitchen
by Valpaint. and bathroom
surfaces. Aida
Piasentina stone by Okite.
with minimum
thickness of 4mm,
to cover interior
and exterior walls.
Cartapietra
recomposed
quartz by
Antologhia Stone Italiana—
mosaico net by an interior
Appiani; 5x5 cm card. covering
Iris and prune
available in
colours for Seta
different shades.
and Anthologia
mosaics by Appiani;
2.5 cm each side.
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Berger
Kitaka Kiss
6D 1366*
Madras Texture
satinised silver
glass collection by Asian Paints
Vitrealspecchi, ideal for Italian Iris
doors and wardrobes. 7144*
Dulux
Amethyst Purple
Grande cornice 7889*
tapestry N° 13940 sold
by Jannelli&Volpi.
Berger
Velvet Queen
Fabric effect and 6A 1376*
4 shades of lilac for
Polistof varnish by
Valpaint.
Asian Paints
Berry Bloom
9429*
Bardiglio Imperial Jotun

marble by Antolini Chocolate
Luigi, who creates 2365*
tailormade products
and floors.
Berger
Castle Ford
8D 1695*
Striped wall with
Shiring tapestry
code 86/6022
by Westwooddi
Cole&Son; 10x53. Asian Paints
Bentonite
8230*
Moon aubergine
soft moquette
by Jab, 7mm nap
height.
Jotun
Fenomastic Enamel
Gloss*
*Disclaimer: Actual paint shades may vary

from the ones printed in the magazine.

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A play of lights:
With certain highlights, you
can create a play of light
reflecting on the walls, in
this case through the black
CLD2 lamps by Viabizzuno.
In the background, the
bed covered with azure-
grey colours is a leitmotif
of the house (by Fazzini).
On the facing page, there’s
abundant light in the toilet
too, with the suspended
sink and furniture (by Hatria),
Evolutionstone malaga
shade floor 60x60cm by
Marazzi, with clay-coloured
tiles for the bathtub and an
anti-splash crystal door (by
VismaraVetro). The Modo
taps are by Zazzeri, bath-
accessories by Regia, carpet
and towels by Fazzini.
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Open spaces
The look is minimal and
informal. The wardrobe can’t
be perceived as its volume is
covered with mirrors. In front
of it sits the lucid Ebo stool,
by Bontempi.
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A contemporary boudoir
On the tailor-made textile
bed, is a linen duvet cover
from the Soffio line by
Fazzini, over Nuvola sheets
in traditional white lace.
The Danish dresser is in
1950s style retro design
by Be Modern; above is a
“Ktribe” lamp by Flos and
croc-skin Brandani jewel
box; the mixed media art is
by Gaetano Grillo. The small
Majordome table by Roche
Bobois was the winner of the
Wallpaper Design Award and
the informal lamp next to the
bed is by Viabizzuno.
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BETTER HOMES & GARDENS EVENTS
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BoConcept Store
In Association with
Presenters of the night: Architect

Jaideep Chatterjee, Interior Architect
Ragini Mehra & Visual Artist Siddhartha
CREATING
A EXCEPTIONAL SPACES
Tawadey
Celebrating A Night of
Vivek Sabherwal, Dalip Thareja & Ashok Dhawan Tanya Kohli
Design Excellence
BoConcept Store
Rajender Kumar, Suneet Paul, Mr &Mrs. Uppal, Anil

Laul & Minesh Parikh
Under the October sky, it was an

occasion of debate and stimulating
conversation when Better Homes &
Gardens and BoConcept celebrated
an evening of design excellence in
association with Junckers.
The evening’s itinerary included
an intriguing talk by architect and
anthropologist Jaideep Chatterjee; a Varun Gupta, Suresh Kumar Mansukhani, Pankaj Arora &
montage of breathtaking visuals by Manoj Sharma Baljit Khurana with Renu Tawadey
visual artist Siddhartha Tawadey;

and a conceptually commendable
presentation of shifting spaces by
interior architect Ragini Mehra.
The beauty of design was at the
forefront, while its myriad nuances
were the talk of the evening. The
guests revelled over wine and cheese,
Vandani Mehta, Rohit Raj, Anil Laul, Baljit Khurana, Mr & Mrs. Virmani, Suneet Paul, Amita Mahajan, Pooja
as the enriching dialogue continued Kaul, Sandeep Khanna, Pankaj Arora,Priti Sayeed, Geeta Uppal, Ravinder Singh Sethi, Nandita & Minesh
late into the night. Parikh, Sandeep Uppal, Kenneth Extross, Manoj Sharma
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LIVING SPACES
Visit a home with a past, witness how an
industrial inspiration makes for chic spaces
and a masked wall is transformed into a
bookcase-cum-reading area.
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CREATIVE SPACES
The made-to-order sofa, covered in twill

fabric, has been placed in the centre of
the large living room. It separates the
dining zone, overlooking the study from
the wall that holds shelves, drawers and
the TV.
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SOFT AND
ELEGANT
LUXURY
Overlooking the centre of
Milian, Italy, the interiors
of this apartment bear the
imprint of early 20th century
style, carrying a signature
of the past, with a few soft
concessions for luxury.
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A
ndrea Castrignano is a young professional
who straddles several fields as a real
estate agent, interior designer, creator
and host of the television show Cambio Casa,
Cambio Vita (Changing Home, Changing Life),
besides authoring the book Change Home With
Andrea, published by Vallardi. The common
thread in all his enterprises is a passion for
interiors and spatial solutions. Respectful of
renovation but not blindly obedient, his style
is visible in this contemporary apartment in a
traditional building, overlooking a street in the
centre of Milan.
His skill lies in being able to retain the reassuring

elegance of the space while re-proposing it
in terms of size and decor. The most radical
decision was to pull down two walls in order to
obtain a living room towards the street side from
what used to be three separate rooms. This area
is divided from the study-cum-guest room by
two sliding doors which disappear when opened,
creating continuity. “A loft in a 20th century
building,” is how Andrea Castrignano defines his
not-so-humble abode.
Woodwork is predominant in the entrance hall

and the study, realised in open-pore durmast
in a shade of rather dark green, reinterpreting
the regular-grid traditional theme, imbued
with a sombre rigour. “I was inspired by the
design of the building’s main entrance door,”
says Castrignano. It’s a brilliant solution to hide
wardrobes, animate the ambience and play with
other chromatic choices. It complements the
background of the bookcase and absorbs light
from the window, offering a contrast to the wall
in silver-leaves, which reflects and diffuses light.
The floor is of the industrial kind, but with bigger
blocks, chosen with an intention to diffuse the
tension. Stone-work prevails on the walls and
floors of the bathroom and in the flat surfaces of
the kitchen. The sofa in the centre of the room
and the two round tables tell very different
stories. Some carefully selected accessories are
consistent with the surroundings and confirm the
absence of strong colours, leaving a symphony of
soft, natural shades that invite you to relax.
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Here is a look at the wall that forms the background for the
library. The wall panel is dark-green and visible to guests
from the entrance. The design is extended by the regular-
lined drawers at the bottom. The prevalence of white in the
accessories and furniture is an elegant statement.
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In the images below, the facade of the building and

wainscotting in the guest room that hides a series of
wardrobes, is visible. Below, two contrasting tables—
the dark one is from the 19th century, discovered at a
flea market and later lacquered; the bright one is an
icon of modernity (Knoll International)—placed before
the wall, covered in silver-leaves. On the right are two
design classics—La Chaise by Charles Eames (Vitra)
and the Atollo lamp by Oluce.
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White objects and furniture find

the ideal background in a dark
wall. The intermediate shades
elegantly soften the contrast.
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The wash-basin cabinet

leans on the bathtub wall
and has mirrored steel
doors. The mirror on the
wall hides a small, handy
cabinet. The walls and
flooring are in marble, in
contrasting colours.
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The custom-made kitchen’s front

is in wengè wood and the working
surface in bush-hammered granite.
The same material is used for
the console table, intended for
breakfast use.
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The walk-in closet overlooks the bedroom and the

hallway that runs parallel to the living room. (Below)
Next to the bathtub, through the shower area is an
access to the guest bathroom (which has another
entrance from the corridor). Two chairs from the 1950s
and a mirror from the same period furnish the bedroom.
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Like a piece of furniture-sculpture,

overlapping boxes are the only
coloured objects in a space
otherwise filled with natural nuances.
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HABITAT
CLASSICAL
IRONY Interspersed with family
heirlooms, salvaged furniture
and contemporary furnishings,
a young architect has chosen a
typically historic setting for his
home in Turin, Italy, fused with
modern decor and colour.
By Barbara Vergnano,
Photos by Denise Boneti / Vega Mg
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The house is tastefully

furnished, for instance, with
the photographic trompe
l’oeil of the Castle of Agliè
by Massimo Listri, which
creates a dialogue with
the furnishings of the living
room and whose classical
perspective increases the
depth of the room. The
powder-blue walls are
complemented by furniture
from different periods (see
facing page). The black
console, repurposed from an
old table, exudes a classic
appeal and is a part of
the bedroom.

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The rather conventionally-

shaped blue-painted living
room acquires personality
with the framed white
borders (on the left). The
original wooden parquet has
been retained. Apart from
the sofa (Ikea) and table
lamp (Kartell), other pieces
of furniture including the
salvaged armchair, resonate
in black. In the foreground,
two sculpture-bowls by
Dominic Wilcox are seen on
the wall. The entrance (facing
page), which overlooks all
the rooms of the house, has
an individualistic yellow and
black floor, diffused by the
black butterfly motifs on
the wall. The heater,
also painted yellow, is
harmoniously incorporated
into the spectrum.
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A soft putty shade dictates

the tone of the bedroom (on
the right). The colour theme
is seen across some of the
walls, the bedspread and
the striped wallpaper, which
emphasises the headboard.
Several historic photographs
in black frames hang on
the plasterboarded wall
that marks off the dressing
room. Back at the entrance
(opposite page), in front of the
wall, is an old cupboard used
as a wardrobe, whose large
mirror effectively magnifies
the space. To streamline and
brighten the environment, the
vintage frosted glass doors
are painted white.
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attia Vayra, a young architect from Turin, Italy, graduated in Restoration Architecture
and Valorisation of Architectural Heritage and Environment, sharpening his skills in the
studio of Paolo Genta Ternavasio, an eclectic, free-spirited and sought-after interiors
professional. For his own home, he has chosen an old family apartment, overlooking a large
avenue in the historic centre of Turin, on the fourth floor of a beautiful building from the 1930s.
The interiors have retained certain aspects—the square entrance overlooking the rooms but
not large enough to contain furniture, high ceilings, coloured terrazzo tiles, rooms of restrained
dimensions (the bedroom, living room, kitchen and bathroom account for a total of around 70
square metres). Mattia has respected the division of spaces and existing materials, including the
fixtures, and succeeded in giving new life to the interiors by making minimal changes. He has
used the high ceilings and windows, opening on different sides, to provide abundant light to the
apartment and carried out a transformation consisting of décor, colours, salvaged furniture and
family heirlooms. “Maximum performance with minimum effort,” says Mattia, smiling and quoting
his mentor, architect Genta. The ability to integrate the old with the new is manifested right from
the entrance, where the vintage tiled flooring dictates the chromatic choice—yellow for the wall,
black for the wainscot and the door casing (the doors are white, in order to soothe the eyes from
all those colours).

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On the left is a delicious

chromatic stylistic
ensemble—a small piece of
antique furniture with flowers
and golden decorations,
a vase in coloured glass
and a family portrait. And,
hanging on the wall, is a
dramatic plastic bowl in a
contemporary design. The
kitchen, to the right, retains
the red-grit flooring, in tune
with the furniture, such as the
translucent polycarbonate
chairs and a made-to-
measure lampshade (Tolomeo
Mega Wall by Artemide). The
clock is Mattia’s creation and
the table is from Ikea. Yellow
and black return in the main
bathroom (facing page),
where they cover the old
wall tiles in horizontal stripes.
A small cabinet hides the
washing machine and creates
a useful resting surface.
T
he magic lies in the unexpected lightness—from the wainscot rises a border of glass and
on the wall Mattia has drawn a swarm of butterflies, black naturally, as in a vintage winter
garden. The black, plastic drop-chandelier from Maria Teresa adds modern appeal, bringing
in an effect of luxury, but with irony. A fine dark contour separates the wall from the ceiling,
highlighting the filler frames running around, reminiscent of the beginning of the last century. In a
quick and inexpensive solution, different tones are used to give individual character to the rooms
clustered around the entrance. Mattia has chosen colours from the Farrow & Ball palette, a classic
of British decor because, he says, “they are mellow and their nuances are truly special.” In the living
room, the walls are powder-blue and in combination with the white of the ceiling, create a cosy
atmosphere. Against this background, the salvaged as well as modern pieces of furniture stand out
equally. In the kitchen, the dominant colour is red; the flooring, re-polished and waxed, is graced by
vintage deco framework, adopting a contemporary look and suggesting the colour for the furniture
and wall cabinets, most of them inherited and refreshed with a single coat of paint.
A soft putty shade, original wooden flooring and salvaged pieces of furniture define the bedroom,
while the small master bathroom resumes the dual tone of the entrance—yellow walls and decorative
black stripes. Here, however, the series is calibrated to adapt to the pattern of the old rectangular
tiles, discovered in the apartment and given a fresh lease of life.
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THE OWNER’S SECRETS
■ The colour allows existing materials to
become accomplices in the new domestic
scene. Even difficult elements, such as the
heaters, are incorporated into the environment
without clashing, covered in the same colour
as the walls.
■ The door and wall frames, in matching
colours, provide rhythm to the spaces,
contributing to the overall elegance.
■ Before throwing something away, try the
black effect! An old object painted dark
changes its look, transforming itself into a
bold, elegant and snobbishly chic piece.
■ The mirrors break down the wall and double
the depth. It’s a good idea to position them on
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A view of the lounge area

from above: The custom-
made table has been
created using planks
from the site. The sofa is
born from an industrial
trolley which was used for
transporting fabrics. Self-
coloured and dual-coloured
cushions from the Blow
collection by Fazzini adorn
the sofa. The curtains are in
linen (Fazzini). On the facing
page, the staircase which
leads up to the first floor has
an exceptional background,
in the brick wall.
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POETRY IN AN
INDOOR SPACE
A LOVE FOR INDUSTRIAL SPACES,
INSPIRED BY THE HISTORY OF HIS CITY,
LEADS THE MOOD AND DESIGN OF A
YOUNG ENTREPRENEUR’S HOUSE.
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A GAME OF CONTRAST GOES ON BETWEEN THE WALLS,

MADE UP OF OLD, SECOND-HAND FURNITURE TURNED
INTO WALL UNITS, AND THE SEVERE VOLUME OF A
KITCHEN MADE COMPLETELY OF STEEL.
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The kitchen, overlooking

the living room, consists
of two diiferent parts.
One part is a sturdy and
functional central island,
which contains big drawers,
a sink and a cooktop.
The second part consists
of second-hand units—
drawers, bedside tables and
cabinets hung over the wall
as cupboards—bringing a
note of irony and softening
the severity of steel. The
coloured stucco floor is
by Acquilinea.

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W
hy would a young entrepreneur decide to live in a space that clearly states its industrial
origins? Because of a sense of belonging that makes him feel at home. It echoes the
story of his family and the area where he lives. This is Gallarate, in the province of
Varese, a city that in the last century went through a glorious time thanks to its factories and
came to be defined as the Manchester of Italy. Twenty eight-year-old Paolo Fazzini (in the
photo) represents the youngest generation of an industrial textile family which, although
deeply changed, still carries the culture of its industry’s past. For a long time, he had been
looking for a warehouse to turn into a house cut around his needs and eventually settled for an
old, historic building, which houses a series of wide and luminous residential spaces.
The space where Paolo lives is set upon three levels—the first is a wide room with the kitchen
and living room, dominated by very tall windows; on the second level is the bedroom and at the
top is a large terrace. Paolo is the architect of his house, right from the choice of materials to
the furniture. Although he belongs to the marketing and communications field and assists his
mother with product ideation, he has demonstrated an ability to give the interiors a uniform
language. “The pursuit of identity is something that relates to my work, including defining a
corporate image and product assembly,” says Paolo with a genuine modesty.
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The two antique green vases are
unique pieces of French origin,
by Raro26; the floor lamp is
Toio by Flos. In the living room,
on the facing page, instead
of a traditional sofa in front of
the fireplace, there are eclectic
chairs in wood sourced from
old cinema halls; the family
armchair is in the foreground
and the original sofa on wheels
is covered with linen cushions
(Fazzini). The striking
fireplace design is by Focus, the
lamp by Maisons du Monde and
rattan basket is by Raro26.
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The bedroom uses relaxing

shades. The bed is covered
in linen from Soffio and a
stonewashed, plaid cotton
honeycomb blanket Nettare,
from the collection Blow
by Fazzini. The furniture is
restrained, made of wood
from the construction site.
Upon the built-in chest
of drawers rests a vase
by Melvin Anderson and
Parentesi lamps by Flos
on the either side. On the
facing page, the staircase
leads to the roof terrace.
The industrial lights are by
Chehoma and paper sofas
by Malafor.
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THERE SHOULD BE NO FEAR OF CONTRASTING

MATERIALS. INSTEAD, FIND A WAY FOR THEM TO
COMPLEMENT EACH OTHER. THIS WILL MAKE THE
ENVIRONMENT MORE PERSONAL.

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W
hen he began university, he was seriously tempted by architecture, before deciding to
dedicate himself to economics. However, he kept the curiosity alive, keeping abreast
of trends by leafing through magazines and visiting exhibitions. There are three things
in his current residence, which strike you at first glance—the brick wall, which goes up to the
second floor, the choice of scaffold-boards for tables and an original kitchen corner wall, where
traditional cupboards have been replaced with a series of small furniture pieces, found at local
second-hand shops, hung in a nice composition and painted a sophisticated dull green, in the
same shade as the background. The bricks had already been plastered, but Paolo chose to
remove the layer since “it didn’t allow us to understand when the wall was built”, reverting them
to their original form. They bring character and catch the eye, also creating a background for the
staircase and balancing the high windows. Equally successful is the choice of unsophisticated
wood for furniture, but which is in harmony with the floor, not made of resin as it may seem
at first sight, but with the softness of a stucco made of lime, marble powder and water. Bricks,
wood, lime, all recall the old world of hard labour, with which Paolo Fazzini loves to surround
himself, with an attention to the past worthy of an archeologist’s. He also brought home some
pieces of furniture belonging to the family firm. The cart used to transport fabrics became the
sofa on wheels; the iron lockers, once used in locker rooms, are now useful containers in the
large area opposite the bedroom. The artefacts have been conserved with particular affection.
And there are still those who dare to say that the youth don’t have a sense of history!
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The sleeping zone contains

the wardrobe, made of
salvaged boards, leaning
against the wall, making the
head-board of the bed. In
front, the hand basin has
been placed on the custom-
made shelf case. On the
facing page, the succession
of wardrobes was once
part of a factory locker
room. The Tolomeolamp
is by Artemide; the obece
wood pencil is by Giorgio
Vicentini. The ground floor
bathroom can be seen in
close detail.
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Seamless
spaces
The curving, interlocking exterior
gives this house an edge.
B
uilt on 2100 sq ft, the Prasanna residence
in Bangalore is a unique trapezoid in
shape, attracting the attention of curious
onlookers. Why ? We were curious too. Smaran
Mallesh from Cadence, the architectural firm
that built the house, explains, “The client
wanted the building to make a strong visual
statement in the neighborhood. They were
very clear that they wanted something that
would have a strong visual identity compared
to the otherwise drab surroundings. Also, since
space was a constraint, efficiency in planning
and creating spaces was equally important.”
The visually-strong exterior, with a protruding
cantilever curve, is an extension to the
rectangular form of the house and connects
the different levels. Remarks Mallesh, “We
were interested in sculpting a sensual form.
However, we were also interested in spatial
implications that these curvilinear forms would
have on the internal space. The interlocking
and other formal actions cause interesting
spatial results both on the outside and inside.”
It also had a practical implication. Remarks
Mallesh, “Although the site was tight—less
than 1,600 sq ft—it was a corner property with
a length of 60 feet facing the road; we wanted
to exploit this condition through the form and
also formally express the staircase as opposed
to merely looking at it from a utilitarian point
of view.”
The exterior also reflects the fluidity of the
The visually-strong exterior, spaces inside, he adds, “The inside is as
a protruding cantilever sensual as the outside; in fact, it feels like they
curve, reflects the fluidity both came out of the same mould, completely
of the spaces inside. The seamless! The undulations of the outside
inside is as sensual as the resulted in varying volumes on the inside.” For
outside, with abundant the owners, it’s therapeutic as the perforations
light and a modern feel. outside bring in a distinct play of light inside.
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A masked wall
Bang in the middle of the entrance hall, a load-bearing wall
threatened to ruin both aesthetics and functionality. Our
experts managed to convert the defect into an opportunity.
The wall was lined with a wooden library in a blue china colour,
carving out an unexpected and welcome reading area.
By Valeria Girardi, Photos by Helenio Barbetta, Text by Marina Jonna
A
lmost six metres long and 70 cm wide, set in
front of the entrance door to the flat, was the
“spine wall” or the central supporting element
To the bedroom of a building, which means it couldn’t be removed.
The cumbersome presence was transformed by our
architects into a utilitarian and resourceful library.
The wall was completely covered with a tailored
wooden framework organised along its length with
compartments and containers. The attractive design
of solids and voids was complemented by the choice
of blue-china as the colour, which emphasised the new
element, making it the real protagonist of the entrance
hall. The solution was strategic as it disengaged the
widest part of the hallway into a quiet reading room.
To the lounge room
ENTRANCE
The Plan: (Above) This shows the existing central wall in grey and the unit that covers it; (above, right) the photo
presents a section of the reading area, which has open compartments in the central area with containers above and
below; the frames are by Brandani, the lamp by Penta and vases by Natuzzi and Dialma Brown.

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The central wall, now transformed into a library, divides the hallway in two areas (see the plan on the previous page). One
area acts as an access for the living area (left) and the bedrooms (in the background), while the other end accesses the
reading area (above) with a Liu armchair and Paz occasional table, both by Natuzzi. A large hand-woven rug in taupe
shade (Calligaris, 170x240 cm) goes perfectly with the new lounging area; the China lamp is by Penta, frames and trays
by Brandani, crystal objects by Dialma Brown. On the opposite end of the room, the open-compartment bookshelf
stretches along the hallway that leads to the bedrooms and the lounge; the Kimilla lamp is by Penta, vases by Natuzzi,
photo frames by Brandani, boxes by Dialma Brown and in the foreground, to the right, is the Nido armchair by Calligaris.
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FOR A GOOD
Using full-
spectrum
lights can
NIGHT’S SLEEP
The right bed is crucial
help in
regulating
one’s
to avoid sleeping sleeping
disorders, says Akshay cycle.
Shetty, spokesperson
from Hästens.
Choose a bed that’s

comfortable. The ideal
surface is supportive
and firm, not rock-
hard or squishy.
The mattress should
mould and take the Keep a good read
shape of the body beside the bed like on
while supporting it. this bench, that can be
used to keep books
and pillows.
CREATE MORE SPACE

Designer Monica Kamal tells you how to get more from your home.
AVOID CRAMPED SPACES: TOO MUCH TECH:

Too much furniture makes a room look Don’t let electronics dominate your
cramped. Often, a second sofa or futon apartment! The smaller the space, the
can be replaced with a stylish arrangement smaller the things you need to fit into it.
of small, space-saving chairs. Don’t try to Instead of a huge stereo system, use a
fit a full-size sofa or a queen-size bed into desk-top executive unit. Get a TV that is an
tiny rooms. appropriate size. Anything you need in the
kitchen usually comes in smaller sizes, too.
EVERY INCH COUNTS:
Buy rolling bins for under-the-bed storage AN ILLUSION OF SPACE:
of linens, seasonal clothes, shoes, etc. Whether you choose to use curtains or
Make the most of your closet by adding screens, space dividers can help split your
hooks, shelves and plastic storage bins. studio apartment into different rooms.
Use your bookcases to store remotes, Mirrors give the illusion of a bigger space,
photos and more. and a pretty frame adds to the decor.
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Keep it basic, bold and structural, says

Less is more Vishal Bhawani, Ventura Interiors.
● CLASSIC COMFORT: Simple and sophisticated and colourful tiles such as

elegant pieces can transform any room into Clouds by R. & E. Bouroullec for Ligne
a sophisticated living space and an ideal Roset, which can be hung from a wall or
combination of luxury and comfort. ceiling and used as an installation. Such
statements turn heads and have the
potential to become a talking point.
● ACCESSORISE: Add a pop of colour
by choosing accent pillows in bright
green or yellow. Additionally, choose side
chairs to complement the larger sofa. A
● KEEP IT SIMPLE: For the bedroom,
clean, classic lines are recommended.
Define and highlight spaces in a subtle
Eco Homes
contemporary and ergonomic chair can yet bold manner using decorative lighting. Live guilt-free in a green
ensure maximum comfort. The dining/bar area can be adorned with home, says architect
● BE INNOVATIVE: Add a surprise
futuristic looking chairs, dining table, and Chitra Vishwanath.
bar stools. The furniture can be functional
1
element into the frame by using innovative, ECO-FLOORS AND WALLS:
as well as classy.
Flooring can be of tamped
earth, local stone set on sand—
not cement—to allow for reuse
without breaking. To reduce
maintenance and cost, the walls
should be built well and then left
unplastered and unpainted.
2 NO AIR-CONDITIONERS:
Desert-coolers, khas chatais
soaked in water during the
summer, fans in the monsoon
and angithi in winters are
recommended. Glass can directly
control the amount of sunlight
entering the house.
Q&A
SAVE SPACE Use space wisely, says Sapna Aggarwal, Ansa Interiors.
3 OWN ELECTRICITY:
Solar panels can generate
power to run the house. In fact,
it’s possible to generate electricity
Q How can modern
furniture save space?
good idea to create smart
niches inside the wall.
to ceiling height, bunk
beds, standing wall
not only for oneself but also to
feed into the grid.
A. It’s a smart idea to Instead of having a shelf cabinets, etc. Sliding
use convertible furniture.
Opt for furniture that can
for accessories protruding
from the wall, one can
create a niche and utilise it
wardrobes are definitely a
space saver. 4 HARVEST WATER:
You can place an underground
storage on a clean roof. With
be extended, such as a
four-seater dining that
can be converted to a
for putting accessories .
Q What about the
living areas?
rapidly falling underground
water levels, there is mineral
six-seater on a simple and
convenient pull.
Q Any other ideas?
A. Go vertical. Since
A. A bedroom can be
converted into a home
contamination, besides other kinds
of pollutants. Rainwater is as clean
a small house has limited theatre lounge with a as the catchment and the roof
Q How can one put
walls to good use?
floor area, it is advisable
to utilise the vertical space
simple sofa-cum-bed
and wardrobes can be
must be kept clean. Harvested
water is a lifeline. It’s also the best
A. In a small house, it’s a available. Have cupboards camouflaged with walls. water to drink.

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SCRAPBOOK
Notes from Cersaie The elegance of ceramics comes alive in these

collections showcased at the Cersaie exhibition held recently in Bologna, Italy.
ORCHESTRA BY DAVIDE PIZZIGONI

Host a chamber orchestra, with the joyful
approval of clattering teaspoons on cups. For
more information, visit www.bardelli.it.
CERAMICA VOGUE
The Area40 collection of glazed porcelain frost-resistant tiles
has been created in a satin finish, making it ideal for large
surfaces. For more information, visit www.altaeco.com.
L’ISOLA DEL SUD The South Island collection

of hand-showers, shower-heads and mixers aims
to deliver on the promise of a practical, functional
and original bathroom. For more information, visit
www.isoladelsud.it.
MIRAGE CONCEPT HOUSE

APPIANI The Mirage project is developed with
Create a carpet with Russo from the house of with young Hungarian architects
Appiani, founded in Treviso, Italy in 1873. For Kata Suto and Laszlo Suto. For more
more information, visit www.appiani.it. information, visit www.mirage.it.
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SHOPLIST
GABBIANELLI Design Emporia

The Accordi range from the Italian Online retailer, ships throughout India, Tel:
Gabbianelli has hand-decorated 0120/3870-498. www.designemporia.in.
tiles. For more information, visit
www.gabbianelli.com.
Ebony Gautier:
Gurgaon: JMD Regent Arcade, MG Road,
Tel: 0124/421-4570.
www.ebonygautier.com.
Exhibit D:
122-123, Meher Chand Market, Lodhi
Colony, New Delhi, Tel: 011/4905-2210.
Furniturewalla FW:
Mumbai: 55, Dr. E Moses Road, Near Four
Seasons Hotel, Worli, Tel: 022/6117-4444.
Home Town:
LA PREMIÈRE The wood-effect
Gurgaon: 5th Floor, Atrium 3, Ambience
floors are in porcelain stoneware.
Mall, Ambience Island, NH-8, Haryana
(Below) The Stone Track collection.
For more information, visit 0120-4028100, www.hometown.in.
www.supergres.com.
Navitas International:
109, C-wing, Morya House, Off New Link
Road, Andheri (W), Mumbai, Tel: 022/
6593-0825/26. www.navitasintl.com.
Pallate
Badamia Manor, 34 Clerk Road, Off Race
Course, Mahalaxmi, Mumbai, Tel:
022/4220-6000. www.pallate.com.
COCKTAIL The white glossy
paste cladding is the ideal Pinakin
material to tile bathrooms with 2nd floor, Raghuvanshi Mills Compound,
class. For more information, visit
S. B. Marg, Lower Parel, Mumbai, Tel:
www.supergres.com.
022/6500-2400. www.pinakin.in.
The Furniture Republic

A-32, Sector 63, Noida, Uttar Pradesh, Tel:
0120/434-5281. www.furniture-republic.
The Purple Turtles

128, 1st Main Road, Domlur 2nd Stage,
Indiranagar, Bangalore, Tel: 080/4152-
8039.
ARMANI ROCA World SMART TOWN A collection in porcelain Urban Ladder

leaders Armani and Roca stoneware, it creates a neutral background, Online retailer, ships free in Mumbai, Delhi
combine their experience. suitable to any style—dark, grey, silver, ivory, and Bangalore, Tel: 92437-67667.
For more information, visit sand and nut. For more information, visit
www.roca.com. www.urbanladder.com.
www.supergres.com.

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Seduced by
(Clockwise from right)
swans
Satyendra Pakhale, Black Satyendra Pakhalé is
Swan chair and pouffe, Fish inspired by swans and
Chair, Add-on radiator and sensual marble.
Alinata shelving system.
I
ndia-born, Amsterdam-based
industrial designer Satyendra
Pakhalé’s latest collection in
marble, Black Swan, uses the swan
as a poetic analogy. Says the IIT
Mumbai alumnus, “The collection is
made in the beautiful black marble
Nero Marquinia from Spain. Nero
means black in Spanish, hence the
name Black Swan. Marble is an
nam
extremely sensual material; being
extre
born naturally, it ages beautifully. So
searching for the right kind of marble
sear
block itself was a huge challenge.
bloc
took several trips to the Mecca of
I too
marble, Carrara in Tuscany, Italy.”
mar
After its debut at the PAD London
Afte
recently, the limited edition collection
rece
be presented at Design Miami,
will b
USA. On his design philosophy and
USA
India connect, he says, “My focus
is to create industrial products that
are rrelevant and accessible to a
wider audience. I’m Indian, born
wide
and raised in India, but I am by no
means a traditionalist. Innovation,
mea
even cultural innovation, is essential,
especially within the Indian context.
espe
There must be a constant evolution
Ther
of oold values. Through design, we
are eengaged in doing just that.”

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