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Delhi Houzz: This Home Celebrates Recycled Furniture
Tactile finishes, recycled furniture & artful spatial planning are the highlight of this home designed by Group DCA
This Delhi home needed to be redesigned to work as a space that would cater to the individual needs of three generations of a family. It also had to be a space which felt unique and special. This was the brief given to Amit Aurora and Rahul Bansal, principal architects and partners, Group DCA, when they were asked to renovate the house. “Vishal and Aarti desired a modern abode but with traditional elements as accents. Also, retrofitting and redesigning of this house was an opportunity to innovate towards the creation of a home that uses recycled materials for furniture,” Aurora says.
Within the parameters of the existing building, the architects made structural changes, such as pulling down some walls, repositioning them and modifying the windows to optimise the space and let in natural light. “In order to amplify the spatial perception and maximise the space and daylight, the existing windows were enlarged and bay and corner windows were created wherever possible,” Bansal says.
Within the parameters of the existing building, the architects made structural changes, such as pulling down some walls, repositioning them and modifying the windows to optimise the space and let in natural light. “In order to amplify the spatial perception and maximise the space and daylight, the existing windows were enlarged and bay and corner windows were created wherever possible,” Bansal says.
An earthy stone floor has been installed in the living room. This room uses handcrafted reclaimed wood furniture juxtaposed with an ornate medieval-style chandelier and the family’s collection of unique artefacts, family portraits and accessories from their travels across the world. “We were focused on delivering innovation in every material and element we chose while also ensuring quality. We wanted to redefine the spaces by enhancing their aesthetics,” Bansal says.
Floor-to-ceiling windows as well as a bay window link the room to the beautiful, lush garden outdoors and also welcome in ample sunlight throughout the day.
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Floor-to-ceiling windows as well as a bay window link the room to the beautiful, lush garden outdoors and also welcome in ample sunlight throughout the day.
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The dining area connects to an open kitchen and has a relaxed vibe. “The earthy, textured, seamless stone flooring adds character to the living spaces including the kitchen and the family dining,” Aurora says. Here, a handcrafted wooden table and accompanying chairs are complemented with a mid-century chandelier suspended above. The client’s collection of curios and collectibles find pride of place in this space too, in a wooden cabinet.
“The bedrooms have been designed to reflect individual preferences without letting go of the overall design approach. Uniformity in materials and colour is adopted throughout the scheme,” Aurora says. Here, Vishal’s mother’s bedroom has natural wooden flooring and is furnished with a plush bed and seating. An attached balcony overlooks the outdoors.
“‘Stairs, are they going up or are they going down? They’re so confusing! If love were a physical thing, it would be stairs.’ Honouring Jarod Kintz‘s remark, the staircase is designed to be the most dramatic feature of this elegant home,” Bansal says. Reconstructed in wood and metal, it reaches the upper floor and continues on to the landing. The landing forms an elegant architectural bridge to the master bedroom, made of the same elements as the stairway – wooden slabs supported on slender metal rods. The staircase comes across as sculptural, its artistic character helped by the several handpicked antique brass pendant lamps hanging alongside and the skylight above. Rustic picture frames and a panelled door add to the uniqueness of this area.
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The landing area on the first floor displays a neutral-coloured plaster wall embellished with little pieces of mirror embedded in it in traditional Indian style, as well as a varied collection of framed mirrors. The home reflects an underlying theme of natural wooden flooring, from the floating staircase to the landing and across to the bedrooms, bringing in the earthiness and warmth that the owners desired for their home.
“The homeowners love what we did with the pantry and the children’s room,” Aurora says. Here, the snug bunk bed and study table, both constructed of wood, are juxtaposed with the brightly coloured rug and cushions. An unusual lighting piece suspended above adds to the vibrancy.
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“We wanted to create an eclectic home for the residents that ensures comfort along with incorporating luxury and a hint of traditionalism. For instance, in the master bedroom on the first floor, the ethnic flavour comes in through a stunning vintage door from a haveli [a traditional Indian mansion], which has been used as a headboard,” Aurora says.
The home’s pleasant terrace looks out to the calm, green outdoors.
The architects have blended staples of traditional and modern design in a contemporary space. The play of natural light and shadow gives a timeless feel to this warm, inviting home.
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The architects have blended staples of traditional and modern design in a contemporary space. The play of natural light and shadow gives a timeless feel to this warm, inviting home.
5 Ways to Live Large on a Small Balcony
Read more:
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Tell us:
What do you think of this home that reflects both modern and traditional elements? Tell us in Comments below.
Who lives here: Vishal and Aarti Anand, their three children and Vishal’s mother
Location: New Delhi
Size: 362 square metres; 4 bedrooms and 5 bathrooms
Year built: 2014
Architectural designers: Amit Aurora and Rahul Bansal of Group DCA
That’s interesting: The entire home is furnished with furniture made from reclaimed wood
Awards: GoodHomes Awards 2015 – Winner of Best Space Styling (Architecture and Interior Design Category)
Photos courtesy Group DCA
The home is spread over two floors. The main door leads to the entrance lobby and on the left lies the informal dining area with an open kitchen. A passage next to a reconstructed wood-and-metal staircase leads to Vishal’s mother’s bedroom and to a formal living room, which opens to an informal lounge area. The staircase connects to two floors that house a pantry, master bedroom, children’s bedroom, an entertainment zone and an open terrace.
“The owners have a modern lifestyle and wanted a home which is apt and comfortable for the growing needs of the family. Therefore, we designed for them a compact, accessible residence with eclectic interiors,” Aurora says.