Walidain – meaning Parents.

The house of one’s dreams and aspirations, dedicated to the parents who have spent prime years of their lives upbringing the children and fulfilling their dreams, often sacrificing the comforts and luxuries, to see them achieve heights and become something in life.

Living and preaching Sanskaar such as ‘Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam’ meaning the World is one family and ‘Sarva Dharma Sambhav’ meaning all that all Religions (faiths) are equal to or harmonious with each other, the philosophy directly reflects in the type of house is created.

Taking these two philosophical guidelines, the theme of the house was envisioned to be that of 'the World – in one house', by merging the function of the space to theme of Travel, also incorporating different religious faiths.

The clients, both being Doctors, one a Dentist and other practicing Medicine, the starting point of the house had to be eye-catching and relevant. The jaali grill thus depicts a tooth in center, with heart and pulse beats on sides, as symbolism. 

The Entrance foyer, to balance the dark brown of the Veneer tone outside, is kept White in order to enter the home in serenity. Vertical groove patterns on the side wall camouflage, door to Powder room and main Electrical distribution boards, which would disturb the theme otherwise.

Living area is seen first as one enters, is designed in theme of Asia. A vibrant Blue Lounger Sofa & Statement chair complement subtly with natural & turquoise toned Buddha, framed with blue stained backlit Veneer. Light marble floor, White wall paneling with metal strips and white ceiling with vibrant curves, denoting the waves of Oceans - connecting the different continents, all create an elegant contrast. Other prominent landmarks of Asia, i.e. Burf Khalifa of Dubai, Petronas twin-towers of Malaysia and Oriental Pearl tower of China, adorn the decor and enhance the theme of Asia.

Drawing room, which also converts to a Home theatre, merely by uttering a few words (controlled by Alexa & Automation), is set in the theme of World. All prominent structures of the world set a pastel coloured collage on wall with Projector screen above which rolls down as required. The Sofas with flexible backs serve both purpose of Drawing room and Theatre comfort. Subtle yet rich fabrics, wall textures, mildly vibrant stone wall cladding and the ceiling curves' theme, make Drawing room a Contemporary luxurious room to be in.

Balcony, which is the main area in the house to interact with nature, primly as this being a Riverfront area, is designed in theme of Africa. A Swing along with Coffee chairs & teapoy are the only furniture required. The wall behind Swing is clad in Stones carved in ancient Egyptian style cave paintings. The wall opposite is created as a Vertical wall with small animals denoting the Amazon Rainforest with its rich flora and fauna, with the Pyramid table piece to symbolize the golden age of Africa.

Kitchen designed in theme of Europe, is mainly White, with combination of a Glass band in Peach tone and small parts of deep Red in cabinets. Raised bar-platform designed in curves with diffused lights below complement with pendant and diffused ceiling lights above, in varied Hue tones (also controlled by voice automation). Red bar chairs act as cherries on the cake. The different technical materials, i.e. German DuPont Corian breakfast counter, which enables it to curve and bend as desired, the imported Quartz counter tops, German & Italian hardware used, Italian appliances, etc. along with decor of Eiffel tower wallpaper and little decor of French Chef, leaning tower of Pisa, give the feel of being in Europe.

The house is divided into two major zones, the common and the private areas. Common being the Entry foyer, Drawing & Balcony, Living, Dining and Kitchen, which are open planned. The private areas are mainly the Bedrooms, along with Puja & Library area. These two zones are connected via a passage, which being bit narrow as compared to the rest of the house, is thus designed with full wall digital printed Glass, denoting a huge Compass, giving it the theme of World, added with Led profile lights for extra glow. The passage has the Puja on one side and a Library & reading space on another. All religious faiths have their space here, i.e. Digital glass printed photo of the Guruji & Gayatri Mantra in the Puja, a frame of Mahavir Swami on one wall and frame of Judaism & Islam on another. A Globe & a Sailing ship add to the theme of Travel.

The Parent's room, designed in the theme of India, is an elegant contrast of Dark & Light. The dark tones being of the floor tiles and wall Veneer complimenting with lighter tones of white walls & wood polish, along with geometrical shaped bed back paneling and ceiling with diffused lighting, gives the room touch of vibrancy along with cozy and elegant luxury. The decor items, i.e. Golden temple wall frame, Rajasthani Folk singers, the Taj Mahal, etc. symbolize the varied and rich cultures of India.

The Guest room designed in theme of Australia gives glamour to the house. Circular Bed with similar sized circular ceiling and curved bed back wall paneling with the wallpaper of Sydney Opera house, make the theme more visually appealing. The prime colours are the Blue and White, in wood polish, wall paint and fabric textures, contrast subtly with the Mustard yellow lounge chairs. The basin wall mirror in ensuite is also laser cut in shape of Australia to add to the theme.

The Activity cum future Kids' room is designed in theme of Antarctica. The current use to exercise and play could easily turn into a Bedroom via a wall collapsible Bed. Subtle wall textures contrast with the vibrant wallpapers used, which can be easily changed with the Kid growing up. The ensuite also has a basin wall mirror cut in shape of Mickey mouse with a digital glass print Penguin family completing the theme.

The Master suite, consisting of a Bedroom, walk-in wardrobe, ensuite and Jacuzzi, are designed in theme of North America. The colours used in Wood polish, wall textures, upholstery fabric and even the decor, all denote a Contemporary luxury. The Master bed being the focal point and of most functional use, is designed merging the ergonomics with grandeur. It’s decorated with pebbles on either side covered with glass panels and diffused lit from inside, giving it a name of ‘Pebble Bed’. Furniture around the Bed complements the overall theme of the room in both curves & colours. The New York night skyline over study table is a back-lit digital print glass for effect, is seen as the jewel of American culture.

The walk-in wardrobe is mostly White, continues the Contemporary American theme and also enables the room look bigger. The Dressing wardrobe has translucent glass shutters for Coats, bags, shoes & other accessories, which were desired to be seen partially both for the looks and function. The main wardrobes are in Wood polish and back painted glass with profile shutters, also in white theme, with a Red tufted Puffy couch and a vibrant poster of Marilyn Monroe as a contrasting American symbolism.

The Ensuite is in full white marble finish walls & floors, the Shower area in black for contrast. The eye-catcher here is the mirror, laser cut design with LED back-lit enhances the function. The way from ensuite leads to a full white Jacuzzi room with a tub in white too, facing a LED frame Tv and a beach resort wallpaper to give the feel of a sublime vacation in one's own home.

All the furniture is made on site or in local workshops, to fulfill the client’s requirements of custom shapes, colour choices and combination of materials. The Lounger & Modular Sofas, Statement chair, Metal+Stone and Wood+Glass center tables in Living & Drawing, Brazillian granite top Dining table & chairs, Corian top breakfast unit, the circular Bed in Guest room, the Pebble Bed in Master bedroom, etc. are all bespoke, designed as per the taste and detailed inputs from the clients.

Knowing the client’s taste, requirements, budget range and site constraints is how one designs and executes the design of a house. But, when the inputs in the start are deeper in philosophical level and continued on all stages of the work, the house in the end becomes a remarkable and memorable home to live in.

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