TROPICAL HOUSE
TYPE : RESIDENTIAL | YEAR : 2022
LOCATION : JUHU SCHEME, MUMBAI
TYPE : RESIDENTIAL | YEAR : 2022
LOCATION : JUHU SCHEME, MUMBAI
TROPICAL HOME
THE DESIGN BRIEF
Tropical Home was designed for a family that values simplicity, paired with a well-structured and thoughtfully planned lifestyle. The primary goal was to create a timeless home that could adapt to the evolving needs of a modern Indian family. The design had to balance sophistication with functionality, offering a living environment that feels luxurious and practical. Flexibility, ease of maintenance, and a seamless connection with nature were key considerations, ensuring the home remains relevant and comfortable for years to come.
THE PLAN
The spatial planning of Tropical Home emphasizes openness, functionality, and a seamless connection with nature. The living room features a multifunctional performative wall made of solid Burma Teak Wood, integrating a cozy seating nook that conceals a storage room, frames the passage to private quarters, and provides a sophisticated TV backdrop. The design blurs indoor-outdoor boundaries with tropical landscaping and natural light, creating a tranquil, zen-like atmosphere. The master bedroom reflects the structured lifestyle of a finance professional, featuring a Burma Teak Wood paneled TV wall with Satvario marble, veneer storage drawers with brass-finish handles, and velvet curtains for added warmth. The bookshelf here is seamlessly carved into the wood-paneled bed back wall, merging storage with form. Bedrooms two and three introduce playful touches in their respective bookshelves. The guest room, an anomaly, breaks from the main narrative, offering a serene retreat with white PU-finished furniture, custom wooden handles, and warm wooden flooring. Thoughtful spatial interventions ensure each room remains functional while maintaining cohesive elegance.
THEME
The overarching theme of Tropical Home is one of timeless elegance, seamlessly blending simplicity with refined craftsmanship. The design explores the dynamic interplay of light and shadow through performative geometries that interact harmoniously with warm, natural materials. A variety of tropical plants envelop both the interiors and exteriors, infusing the home with softness and a continuous connection to nature.
At the heart of the design is the expressive use of Burma Teak Wood, meticulously crafted to introduce a sense of refined opulence. From carved doors and accent walls to built-in seating, storage units, and bookshelves across all four bedrooms, the vertical continuity of woodwork is enhanced by subtle metal accents. These metallic details not only reinforce the home’s unique character but also lend structural strength. To balance the richness of the wood, muted wall tones and strategically placed lighting create a calm, soothing ambiance.
The result is an alluring, sophisticated living space that offers both visual delight and everyday practicality—a perfect reflection of a modern Indian family’s evolving lifestyle.
"From the very beginning, Ria demonstrated professionalism, creativity, and a profound understanding of our needs and vision for our space. Her attention to detail and commitment to delivering excellence truly stood out. She moulded our apartment to create a functional and aesthetic home. Along with her designs, what was truly a gift was her efficient work process which helped us speed the entire process. Not only did Ria bring innovative ideas to the table, but she also ensured that every aspect of the design was practical and functional. She was open to ideas from our side and did her best to include them into our home. We have received countless compliments from our friends and family, all of whom were impressed with the attention to detail and design elements."
- JAIN FAMILY