Spring is just around the corner and the color that is fundamental to all plant life will blossom in all its glory. Yes, I’m talking about the color Green which is my Color of the Month in anticipation of the lush greenery that we all will be surrounded with in the coming weeks with the advent of Spring! The green spectrum gives off a variety of vibes as you can see from the mood board above. It can go from calm and restorative and all way to vibrant and energizing. Green is understood to be the most restful and relaxing color for the human eye to view. And what better time of the year to ad ..read more

Whenever I look at this space, I cannot take my eyes off it. This space always reminds me of the philosophy of “Wabisabi— finding beauty in imperfection”. Beautifully unfinished wood shelving within a concrete finish textured display unit is a perfect place to display my handcrafted Murano glass art and a selective collection of my favorite books. I complemented this with an earthy ceramic vase with a few stems of clover leaf. Enhancing the look is a brass lantern that adds a perfect metal tone. The storage bench doubles up to stow away extra throws and pillows. Its one of my favorite place t ..read more

An empty and blank wall at the end of a hallway feels very cold and unappealing. To give this space some warmth, I decided to convert it into an art wall with a curated selection of boho/mid-century art pieces and a picture light to highlight this artwork. I accessorized the space with a bench, throw pillow and a serene statue to add some seating where one can sit and talk about the art pieces. Just by adding this feature, the hallway now looks dramatically different and it gives you a feeling that you are walking through an art gallery.  Blank walls in your hallways, foyer, end walls ca ..read more

WHERE IT STARTED When I first stepped into this bathroom, it was a builder-basic bathroom and clearly lacking a soul. The design challenge here was then to take this soul-less bathroom and transform it into a master bath that is serene, inviting and has a distinct personality of its own.  A completely blank vanity wall didn’t really do any justice to the bathroom and that was where I decided to put in a signature design feature that will be the focal point of this bathroom.  THE MATERIAL SELECTION With a design that dwells on infusing a serene, spa-like ambiance and a touch of el ..read more

We all want a perfectly elegant, visually catchy and beautifully styled bookshelf, but achieving it can be a daunting task. How do you know what is too much and what is too less? Have you tried it and found maybe it’s too sparse or have you gone overboard and it feels more cluttered than cohesive?  Your worries and the quest for the perfect “Shelfie” ends here. I’ve been thinking about how I’ve styled bookshelves and what tips & insights I can share with you to make it a little less daunting. So I’m going to walk you through step by step on how to put together and style the perfect b ..read more

Photo credit: Lulu & Georgia 4 THINGS TO CONSIDER WHEN DESIGNING YOUR OUTDOOR SPACE Summer is here and it’s that time of the year when your outdoor space starts getting extra love! BBQs, parties, a relaxed evening spent with family… yes your outdoor space is going to be the place for all the fun memories. And of course, to make great memories, you need a functional and stylish space and your outdoor is no exception. I’m sure that when most of us think about styling and decor, we think about indoors, but as an extension, your outdoor space also needs to be functional, stylish and comfortabl ..read more

Coffee table is one of the most important pieces of furniture in your living room. It’s much more than just a place to put your coffee/wine glass or plates. It acts as an anchor for the furniture around it (chairs, sofas, etc.) and is the focal point in your living room.  It is then quite apparent that it has to be designed to elevate your living area. Does throwing some books on it with some plant feels ‘Meh!’? Worry not my friends, my 6 steps will help you style your coffee table to the next level and with ease! Step 1: Use Trays as a Base Trays are a great starting point as they act ..read more

When thinking about organizing, nothing is more handy and versatile as the good old basket. With the variety of shapes, sizes, materials and styles that they are available in, you will always find one that will fit and work with any space in your house. Baskets are practical and stylish to capture that clutter in your home and are perfect for organizing every day items. Given their versatility, they can come in handy in almost every room and space in your room. So without further ado, let me share how you can incorporate the use of baskets in some key spaces in your home and go from clutter to ..read more

Daring and bold, the color red commands attention. Red is a very versatile color as it can be stimulating and powerful or it can also be tempered and rosy. Whenever I think of reds, I associate it with home and happiness, good luck, positivity and good fortune.  A very crucial aspect to keep in mind when using red in your color palette is to choose your favorite version and shade keeping in mind how it makes you feel. Reds always add warmth, depth and dimension to your designs. If you are thinking that reds can be overwhelming, you are probably imagining the more saturated version of red ..read more

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