Anthony and Michelle were looking to renovate their home for the long term, not just for the next few years. Their four-bedroom, two-bathroom, single-storey house wasn’t small to start with and had been extended by the previous owner, but they wanted to reconfigure it with three aims in mind. Multiple Objectives The immediate need was more space and privacy for their four teenage children, as Anthony explains. “Our twin boys were sharing and our eldest son was in quite a small room and he’s 18 – we really wanted more space for the kids.” “We also wanted to build something…
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Set in the outskirts of Bangalore’s urban sprawl, Joytilak and Anushua’s home in Sobha Silicon Oasis is home to a family of five. HomeLane designer Shikha Gupta has dipped into an opulent theme to craft a picture-perfect home that makes the most of lush panoramic cityscapes from all angles. The driving aesthetic behind this home interior is one of understated luxury and timeless sophistication, with premium design touches that meld functionality and aesthetics. Joy, a Senior Product Manager in a multinational company, had first approached a well-known designer for the design concept and sketch. They were, however, very disappointed with…
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High atop a Gurgaon skyscraper, Simanta and Barnana’s home is awash with the warmth of vibrant colours. Rich, colour-blocked walls and bright furniture bring vivacious energy to the living spaces, with each room showcasing a carefully curated palette. Playful patterns in the furnishings add colour tonality, while statement sofas and beautifully put-together wall art create focal interest and capture attention. “When you buy your own home, you want to put your heart and soul into it!” says Barnana, taking us through her tastefully decorated apartment. “We have been here two years and everything is still functional and beautiful, just the…
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People often come to us with a very serious but completely justified question that sounds something like this: “I have a home improvement project in mind but I am worried it will be too stressful! How do I make sure my project is as stress-free as possible?” Sound familiar? If those thoughts have crossed your mind, you are not alone. It is true that undertaking a home improvement project can be overwhelming; from fleshing out your idea to finding the right contractor and executing your vision, home improvement work is no walk in the park, but it does not have…
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Every home is affected by persistent dust accumulating. It negatively affects your air quality and can contribute to allergies and respiratory problems. With the best helpful laundry hacks the reduction of home dust is effectively possible. According to MedlinePlus, home dust may contain tiny pollen and mold particles, along with fibers from clothing and fabrics that can trigger asthma and allergies. While that may sound disconcerting, don’t worry. We have tips to help you have a fresher and cleaner home environment. For a cleaner and healthier living space, use any of these 10 helpful laundry hacks to reduce dust in…
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The Team Behind the Rye Country House The creative minds behind this country house transformation include Elizabeth Roberts, Josh Lekwa, John Bassett, and Jamie Perez, whose collective vision and dedication have breathed new life into this historic New York property. The Colonial Revival house exterior was restored and every single building system within the house was completely replaced to improve the functionality of the house. A true home makeover inside and out. Photography by Elizabeth Roberts Architects A Central Kitchen Remodel: Navy Blue Modern Kitchen One of the critical components of this home renovation project was the central kitchen remodel.…