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Antique Indian décor elements, contemporary furniture and paintings by new-age Indian artists find their collective groove in the Bangalore based residence of Giri and Sangeeta Subramaniyam. Innate passion for their Indian roots integrated with their laid back personal style has translated into a space that is both aesthetically engaging and is a haven for relaxation and comfort. Surrounded by lush greenery, the entryway to the home is as impressive as the interiors. The main door is flanked on either side by antique finds that creates an arresting first impression. A distressed window panel draws you in to take a closer look. The weathered texture of the panel creates an almost abstract art in itself. On the opposite side is a Kalakuruchi Ganesha fastened to the wall and bordered on either side with traditional Indian style wooden corbels with brass diyas hanging from them. On entering the home you are met with a delightful personal scene. The long hallway is brought to life by a collection of favorite family photographs.The frames though disparate in terms of color and style all come together to make a perfect display of happy memories. Sangeeta says that she often finds herself stealing a minute or two every morning to look at these beautiful photographs. The other side of the wall is adorned with an antique ornate mirror that magnifies the effect of the display. The Subramaniyam's living room is a space used for many different pursuits - it serves as the lounging room, media room and the family room. Their two sons are often caught playing video games or wrestling in this space. Giri points out that no room is off limits to the boys, "We strongly believe that a home should not be treated like a museum. But that being said there is no reason why one should compromise on style." The Subramaniyams have introduced vibrancy to the neutral backdrop by welcoming pattern and color into their decorating scheme. India Circus cushion covers, patterned rugs and paintings of monks (sourced from a vacation overseas) present an opportunity to introduce offbeat hues in the living room. Giri does not shy away from the fact that he is house proud. He says that his design aesthetics have been heavily influenced by his dad. Having grown up in a home where traditional Indian design elements had a significant role to play in the decor and architecture of the house, Giri found himself gravitating towards ethnic Indian style for his own home but has intelligently mixed it in with a touch of the contemporary. Just off the living room is the formal dining. A space that is both functional and warm - the perfect place for entertaining. Adorning the windows are custom made natural woven roman shades that have been given an ethnic feel by using borders from Sangeeta's mother-in-law's sarees. I think that's a fresh and original way to use remnants of vintage sarees ! A section of the dining room has been dedicated as the pooja corner. An antique wooden Ūyala (cradle) has been innovatively used as a pooja shelf. With the carved spindles of the cradle providing an opportunity to house glass slabs, Sangeeta came up with this brilliant idea to transform the cradle into a wall mounted pooja unit. The family's deities are lovingly placed on the shelves and decorated with fresh flowers everyday. Making the most of this wall space, a marble top carved pedestal console is married with an ornate metal engraved mirror from Saharanpur to create a one of a kind furniture piece. A serene looking brass Buddha and fresh palms in terracotta pots bring this corner alive. The kitchen is utilitarian, bright and uncluttered. Giri's perspicacious eye for antique finds and his ability to put a personal spin on things has resulted in this delightful unit that helps define the kitchen area from the dining. He used a 100 year old grain storage unit (a family heirloom piece) together with a shelf that he scored at an antique store and had it restored to create this unit that provides additional storage. We are yet again introduced to Giri's unique ability to rummage for pieces that have had a previous life and turn them into functional pieces or architectural elements. Giri decided to frame this niche with 3 different antique wooden panels, making it an eye-catching architectural feature. As a tribute to Indian Mythology, an imposing piece of art titled "Krishna" by Avik Chakraborty brings mystical drama and a shot of color to this space. Fitted with a low-lying chest from Sunri, the bar also provides a display surface for a Manjushri weapon from Tibet, an antique wooden corbel now serving as a plant holder and the lucky bamboo bringing in a touch of green to this niche. A Realistic Oil on canvas by artist Anand Bedrala takes center stage in the master bedroom. A calm and quite retreat with neutrals and dark wood tones balancing out this space. Splashes of red is used but in a very restrained way to add interest to the off white tones. The rolling secretary desk is more than a 100 years old and has been with Sangeeta since her college days. Being sentimentally attached to it, Sageeta has it adorning her master bedroom corner. Working her magic again on the roman shades, Sageeta has added zari borders in shades of red to the natural roman shades to tie it in with the rest of the room. The guest bedroom is deliberately kept simple with a Rajashekar Parameshwaram painting titled "The Real Beauty" as the key anchor. Placed on a console that also serves as the night stand is a Madhubhani painting sourced from a local Arts and crafts sale. An antique bench with an inlay of Chettinad tiles graces the guest bedroom and provides a quick seating nook for the guests to put on their socks or glance through a magazine before calling it a day. A floor to ceiling study unit in the children's room was put together by re-configuring a number of cabinets and a desk. Now that's one unique piece of furniture that brings a whole load of personality to this space ! Before we conclude this home tour, a few snapshots of the lush green corners of the balconies...... The Subramaniyam's home is a testament to the fact that if you are looking to create a home that is an authentic representation of your personality and style, then don't be afraid to make unlikely alliances in your displays. As you can see, their home is the result of their creative instincts and outlays in terms of time, energy and imagination. I'd like to thank this wonderful and gracious family for letting us tour their beautiful home and wish them luck, love and health ! I'm sure this home tour has got your creative adrenaline pumping. So go ahead and decorate with confidence and don't hold back on those unique ideas - they are what make your house a home! Photography : Sruthi Singh, Images belong to Giri and Sangeeta Subramaniyam and may not be used without prior written permission from the home owners.

I am pleased to introduce Dvara – a fusion Indian coffee table print magazine that is all set to be launched on April 21. Dvara embraces Indianism at its core but promises to seduce and delight its readers with a global charm. Dvara’s founders hope that this will serve as a creative platform where vintage and modern blend seamlessly. The style quotient of this magazine is so high that it had me at hello! Dvara intends to inspire the reader with its unique editorial perspective (amazingly styled shots and alluring stories) at the turn of the every page and I can’t wait for their first edition. Luckily for me and you (dear readers), I was able to bring some gorgeous images of their first edition to Aalayam and that’s not all! One lucky reader has a chance to win a copy of their first edition, so make sure to sign up for the giveaway (rules at the bottom of this post). I have so much to share today (it is a long post) and I sincerely hope you will take the time to enjoy this firecracker of a post. The piece de resistance is of course Jayashree’s home and Karthika’s photography! Jayashree's pride - her Chicago home filled with treasured Indian antiques! Jayashree’s home is an artistic rhapsody that I simply cannot get enough of! If there is such a thing as perfection in ethnic interiors then this is it! From grand mural walls that host madhubani and warli artwork to quiet corners that are charmed by brass vignettes to the vibrant pops of color that enliven the space, this home is punctuated with personality and reflects Jayashree’s pride. I am ecstatic to be able to showcase this home on Aalayam. I want to spend a day in her home and I have told her so, I feel like I could learn so much from her style of decorating! Jayashree (L) and Karthika (R) take a break to share the Dvara story with Aalayam! I also wanted to get into the minds of two very talented and self assured women (Jayashree Rao and Karthika Gupta) to get a sense for who they are, their motivations for getting behind a bold publishing venture and the milieu in which they are bringing this magazine to life. I will let them explain the Dvara story in their own words – so follow along and as always, we start with introductions. Who is Jayashree Rao? Professional Background: I am an engineer by profession who followed my heart to pursue my real passion - Fashion. I came to Chicago post marriage in 1997, worked at one of my favorite stores - Ann Taylor as the visual merchandising head. Quit my job 5 years ago, after my daughter was born and later started my lifestyle blog (on Indian fashion and art) "Sage&Slingback" to fill the creative void. I recently joined hands with my photographer friend Karthika Gupta of Memorable Jaunts to start a quarterly fusion Indian coffee table magazine called "Dvara". I am one of the founders and the creative stylist of Dvara. Personal Background: I am a coastal girl, a typical Mangalorean who loves sunshine, sand and the beach. I am old soul living in a modern setting. I love to be surrounded by beautiful antiques that mean something to me. Everything about my home (India) fascinates me. I am intrigued by its colors, textiles, jewelry and decor. I am also a self taught Madhubani artist and I see beauty in the most imperfect things in life. Jayashree takes her talent to the walls - an adorable pair of folk women in kalamkari style adorn her stairwell wall! I was familiar with Jayashree’s blog Sage and Slingback. I liken it to an art book full of jaw dropping concepts – bold, unique and so unpredictable! So when I was introduced to her (by a common friend), I could not wait to get to know her more. I had heard so many wonderful things about her Chicago home too and wanted to weave that into the post as well. I know that she has had multiple requests for a home tour previously but I am so glad that I have the privilege of showcasing her home on Aalayam. An effortless medley comes together- thanks to Jayashree's artistry! Again, I believe Jayashree and Karthika are forceful ideograms of the brand they represent and I wanted to showcase their passion, their talent, their perseverance and their aesthetic sensibilities as it is very telling of what we can expect from Dvara. I personally believe that Dvara is different because it is going to be enhanced by their consummate personal style! Now, more from our conversation…. Who is Karthika Gupta? Karthika Gupta is a professional photographer and owner of Memorable Jaunts, an on-location photo studio that specializes in wedding photography and family portraiture. Karthika has an engineering degree with a technical and business background and spent about 15 years in the corporate space before venturing into something completely right brain focused. She also is a regular author at the Digital Photography School and writes photography related articles. She comes from a family of creative individuals and is glad to finally be a part of that group. Karthika captures the beauty outside! How and why did you both decide to collaborate and work on a magazine? Talk to me about the process of bringing a vision to life? The Glamorous Dvara girls bring their synergistic strengths to Dvara! Dvara was born out of a desire to showcase our home, India. We are originally from India but have lived away for many years. This absence ignited a passion to discover various facets of India that we knew nothing about growing up. We were introduced to each other through a common friend, bonded over Madhubani art class and started following each others work, soon to realize that we both saw beauty in all things uncommon and unusual. Later, we decided to collaborate on a magazine. After putting in months of hard work and burning the mid-night oil (literally) – Dvara happened. So far, this partnership has been an amazing creative journey. We both have quite different personalities but this difference is what really makes for a strong working partnership. What is behind the name “Dvara”? Dvara, meaning doorway, offers an insight into Indian culture that transcends across time and across generations – a glimpse into the old way of life with a modern twist. The goal is to inspire people to adapt these old traditions seamlessly into modern everyday life. What are the short term and long term goals for Dvara? Dvara’s vision is to be a medium to showcase all things beautiful and unique about India –art, culture, people, places and food in a aesthetically appealing and visually captivating way. We want Dvara to grace many coffee tables across the world. In the future issues, we hope to showcase artists, artisans, independent designers and other creative experts via Dvara. Who is the target audience? How can one order/preorder copies of future editions? In the broadest sense, Dvara’s audience is anyone who loves eclectic, beautiful, culturally rich and Indian concepts. As long as you have a love for anything related to art, travel, lifestyle, food and fashion you will find inspiration in her pages and stories. You don’t necessarily have to be of Indian origin. You can preorder single issue, annual subscription and 2 year subscription. You can go to www.dvaramagazine.com and select ‘Shop’. You can even purchase a gift subscription for friends and family. Please add the address of the person you are gifting Dvara to in the ‘Notes to seller’ section of the checkout process. What should the reader expect to find in Dvara and how is it different from other print magazines in the same sphere? Dvara’s visual stories are documented in a 100 page, clean, crisp, white matte paper and is published by one of the leading publishers in the U.S but will be shipped internationally. Dvara has five consistent categories in every issue - Fashion, Food, Art, Travel and Lifestyle. The magazine is advertisement-free assuring a clutter free experience to her readers. By showcasing 5 genres of Indianism, there is bound to be something for everyone! I think Dvara is an exciting venture, the visuals are captivating, and the concept novel - tell me a little bit about the creative process that was involved in bringing the first edition to print. Creative brainstorming- work in progress! Initially, we spent several days in planning two years of content. We knew that this was not a one-time process. We want each issue to be an experience in itself and evoke certain emotions in our readers. Every issue has it’s own color palette which is carried forward in the concept, styling, photography and marketing meets. We have been extremely fortunate in having the support of many creative individuals. I am familiar with Sage and Slingback (too cool!) and Jayashree, clearly you are a bundle of talent and your aesthetic sensibilities are unique (a great amalgamation of Indian and global) – can we expect to see more of your personal aesthetic influences and style sensibilities peppered throughout Dvara? Thanks Deepa. Certainly, yes! The initial few issues will have my signature styling in the fashion, art, lifestyle and food segment but we would like to bring the talented stylists and artists as contributors for Dvara’s future editions. Dvara is a visual medium and hope it would be an ideal platform for budding talents from all around the world. Karthika – have you had a creative platform (such as a blog perhaps) before you took the plunge into print media (pardon my ignorance). I am trying to get a sense for the professional evolution of two (obviously) very talented women. Yes. I am a professional photographer and have been photographing wedding, families and events for the past 5 years. My work can be seen on my website http://www.memorablejaunts.com and my blog at http://www.memorablejaunts.com/theblog. My style of photography is very fresh, natural and organic. I absolutely love imagery that conveys feelings and emotion. I want to bring this style of photography to Dvara and her visuals. You are expatriates like Supriya and me and continue to harbor this deep love for your roots. Personally, what does it mean to live away from India and work on something that is so Indian at its core? Will we see cultures and influences from your adopted home (The United States) in Dvara as well? Jayashree Rao: Dvara is an Indian fusion magazine - so definitely India will be her main subject with a western influence and targets people with an eclectic sensibility. Since the time I left India, 18 years ago, India has changed by leaps and bounds and the time is just right to showcase my country to the world through a different lens. I remember a time when Rohit Bhal, Ritu Kumar, Ritu Beri and Bhanu Athaiya were the only big names in Indian couture fashion and now there's a whole crop of them doing fabulous work, India is changing in other fields too - a lot of talent is being noticed and appreciated. So, it's creatively satisfying to use Dvara as a platform to bridge this gap between India then and India now through a new lens. Karthika Gupta: Yes, absolutely. Being predominately Indian, she will be largely influenced by Indian cultures and traditions but in a modern way. Both of us have been away from home for quite sometime now. They say, home is where the heart is and even though we have a home, family and friends here in the US, part of our heart lies back in India - in the cities we grew up, the people we associated with and the childhood memories we so fondly remember. Working on Dvara has been a great way for us to relive so many of those cherished memories. It’s like going home - always exciting and emotional! I asked to see pictures from your homes – I am a sure, talented folk like yourselves only live in spaces that inspire you and your work everyday. Tell me a little about what drives your home décor philosophy? What can I say - sigh! Jayashree Rao: I am very home proud. It makes me happy when people compliment me on my house. Every piece in my house evokes some kind of emotion in me. Give me something that is old, distressed and unconventional and I will be the happiest. It's very important for me to live in a space that is surrounded by things that hold a special place in my heart. My grand mom’s wooden trays/ blackened brass utensils or my great grand mom’s gold hairpin means a lot to me. They talk to me about the time and the era they belonged to. I am all about stories and emotions and my house reflects the same. Karthika Gupta: My home reflects my love for open spaces. I love open windows, white walls, natural light, rustic colors and lots and lots of images of my adventures. My family's images are all over my walls - I love seeing their faces every time I walk by - those that are with us and those that are no longer around. I always stop and smile when I catch a glimpse of a family photo. My true inspiration comes from my travels - I absolutely love the mountains and if I had my way, I would permanently move to a house with a view of snow capped mountains. So instead of showing you my home, I am sharing a few images of my favorite places to go and rejuvenate. Karthika loves the open outdoors! Does your home décor fit the bill for any particular style? Who calls the design shots in your home? Jayashree Rao: I love cozy places that exuberate warmth and heart. Putting things together that are visually appealing is an art by itself and I specialize in that. Clutter when done right can look beautiful. Like you see in these pictures, there are wall murals all over my house and each one of them has a story to tell. My decor style is consistently "Antique Indian" sans any crystals and glitter. I love mixing different textures and colors to break the monotony, so that there is a flow from one room to another without a match-much situation. Calling the design shots? - Well, I have been really lucky on that aspect - My husband gives me a free hand and supports all my creative madness whole-heartedly. Karthika Gupta: I am extremely lucky to have married into a family that is completely right-brained. So early on in our marriage, we agreed to let him take over decorating our home. I am quite happy to let him have complete reign in calling all the design shots of the house - I hate moving around heavy furniture! At Aalayam, we are all about the home and living the inspired life. What does the word “home” mean to you both? Jayashree Rao: Home to me is more than 4 walls made out of brick and cement; it's my extension, my reflection. I let my home speak for myself. I try and surround myself with things that have a sentimental value to it. I don't go by the books, I follow my heart and it works wonders for me. Karthika Gupta: To me, home is any place that gives me a sense of peace, calms my mind and inspires me to become more of who I am. Home is my space here in Chicago, my maternal home in Chennai, our home in Bombay, our tent that we pitch up in places like Glacier National Park and Yellowstone, our car that we spend many hours in during our cross-country road trips - it’s anywhere and everywhere I feel happy! What are your favorite resources for inspiration? (Blogs, magazines, stores, Designers….) I know I will be adding Dvara to my list of inspiration soon! Jayashree Rao: I am huge Sabyasachi aficionado. I own his stuff from the time when he had just started and I follow his work even now. He is hugely responsible for bringing back the saree to India and Indians in a major way. He drew inspiration from India and gave it back to Indians in a beautiful package. Apart from him, I love the works of many other Indian designers like Payal Khandwala, Pero, Rimzim Dadu and Kallol Dutta to name a few. With western designers I follow the works of Jason Wu, Alexander McQueen and Dolce & Gabbana (Fantastic styling). Apart from being a fashion lover, I am also a serious foodie and I follow a few food bloggers. I love Chinmayee Bhat's "Love, Food, eat " (her cooking brings back the memories of my hometown Mangalore), Beth Kirbys "Local Milk" for its aesthetics and "Pure Veg by Lakshmi "- her cooking is an art by itself. And because I love this shot! -the creative visionaries behind Dvara. Karthika Gupta: My greatest source of inspiration comes from our family adventures, my kids, and vintage travel books that I collect and cookbook. I love studying the images and am inspired to play with light, textures and colors. Art came late in my life but it is something I really enjoy as well - painting and coloring brings out the kid in me and is very therapeutic. I have recently started dabbling in film photography and that is another great source of inspiration. Film photography really forces you to think about so many different aspects of the art of photography before you click the shutter and I am inspired by the breadth of work that exists! There you go my dear readers – wasn’t that amazing? A magazine with a distinct voice powered by the passion and talent of two visionaries that want to showcase India in a new light. How exciting! Now, here is a chance for one of you to win a copy of their launch edition. Follow these simple rules and get in with the program! Giveaway eligibility criteria: 1. Like Dvaramagazine page on FB and follow Dvara on Instagram 2. Join Aalayam as a member . 3. Share one image of a cozy corner of your home and in a couple of sentences, let the Dvara team know why it holds a special place in your heart. Please do this on Dvara’s facebook page. The contest opens today and ends on –May 5, 2015 @ 10 pm eastern. The winner will be decided by the Dvara team based on the best entry! Good luck! Thank you Jayashree and Karthika for sharing your story, your home and your photographs with all of us! ~Cheers Deepa P.S: All images in this post belong to the Dvara Duo and cannot be reproduced without permission.

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I’m thrilled to share a collection of vibrant Indian homes for you today. Growing up in India, I have seen brilliant patterns, colors, and details when it comes to home decor. I miss this style of decor and looking at these rooms made me quite happy! Traditional Indian homes are decorated typically with divan-style furniture [...]