Mumbai home design in pastel theme

Aditya Patel’s bright and airy home for one in the Juhu area of Mumbai has strong sentimental value for him and his parents. “My grandparents lived here since 1982 when the original building was constructed. After their passing, my uncle and aunt, who are very close to my heart, lived here for several years before it went under redevelopment in 2014. My childhood memories with the family, my cousins, are associated with this place,” says Aditya, about the 2,000 sq. ft. space. The 25-year-old is part of his family business and lives in Mumbai, while his parents, both doctors, are based in Gujarat. The home has been designed keeping in mind Aditya’s preferences, but his parents visit often, so they designed their own bedroom their way. 

But mainly, the Jardin Home stays true to its name (Jardin is French for garden) and allows members of the house to easily experience the nature around the space. The design has been defined by incorporating shades of blue and green inside the home through the use of plants, paint, fabrics, and prints. Large casement windows installed throughout the house bring in an enviable amount of natural light and provide great views of the greenery outside—a luxury view in a city like Mumbai.

Keeping it Simple

From the start Aditya was clear he wanted a simple and minimally designed interior space. “I prefer wooden elements in the flooring, furniture, and fixtures and also clean lines and clutter-free spaces,” he says. And this became the guiding principle for the space that has been designed by Disha Bhavsar and Shivani Ajmera, Principal Designers and Co-Founders, Quirk Studio, Mumbai.

The Jardin Home interior design reflects Aditya’s desired contemporary style. The colour scheme of the home is a partnership of neutral and monochromatic palettes, while the material spectrum swings between metal, marble, and wood, and put together, there’s a sense of calm and well-being throughout. Colours such as whites, beiges, and greys have been incorporated throughout, with hints of blue and green through furniture and plants. The designers modified the layout of the home a little by converting it from a four bedroom to a three bedroom. Vaastu Shastra was another important guiding principal, which Aditya’s mother wanted to be integrated right from the planning stage. The entire façade of the home is paneled with mirrors and the designers added various smaller elements to make the home Vaastu compliant.