New Delhi based La Sorogeeka interior design portfolio echos Indian design renaissance. Clean, trendy and colorful. I’m pleased to see the shift to minimalistic design in India.
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From the monthly archives:
June 2008
Many of you may already know that we are looking to move out of our townhome /duplex into a single family home. The search for the perfect ( or realistically -almost perfect) 4+ bed 3+ bath with huge garden and backyard space – all with uuber modern finishes continues…As a city girl who grew up in a modern high-rise with breath taking views of the city (Dubai), I am quite looking forward to this new experience.
But looking at interiors like these, does make me wish I could have one of these too!! Forma Design Company is based in Washington, DC. Young vibrant and oh so modern. Their portfolio showcases interiors, architecture and graphic design. Amidst DC’s historic architecture and interiors, their residential projects are a breath of fresh air. The headboard in the second image is so me!!
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I came across Kim Alexandriuk’s interior design portfolio recently. I love the depth of color that she plays with in her work. I also like the attention to details and the use of plants. Notice the global treasures that she tastefully incorporates in her projects? Her portfolio is quite diverse, take a look at more of her work on her website.
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Here’s to a bright start to the week.
Street Lamp in San Francisco by StudioH
West Elm Soldered Wire Pendant
Gorgeous hanging lamps at the Grand Bazaar, my fav shopping spot in Istanbul, Turkey – Traces in the Sand
Terracotta lamp by dilip muralidharan
Lotus hanging lamp zgallerie through Kay – I’mnotreallyadiva
Saltwater Flora lamp_anthrolopolgie
Antaimore – simple flowers and leaves brought back to life on a lamp -isa13
Have a great week ahead 
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Arizona natives Luis Ibarra and Teresa Rosano founded Ibarra Rosano Design Architects in 1999. They have been published nationally and internationally and are recipients of several awards. The basic premise of their work is space. And you will see it in each of their projects. Another unique and interesting element in their work is capturing the nature around the project and framing it as part of the design. Interesting detail in their work is how they incorporating natural light to give the feeling of space and openness.
Another unique detail is using nature as art, see images 2, 3 and 4.
the skylight panel is such an awesome feature
images courtesy of Ibarra Rosano Design Architects
Aren’t these just brilliant?
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Morphogenesis: the process of development of form, structure and organization in nature.
New Delhi and Pune, India based architecture firm Morphogenesis is trying to expand the boundaries of design and building. I recently came across some of their work and was really impressed with the clean, modern sustainable design.
Residential projects in New Delhi.
Image courtesy: Morphogenesis
This is one of my fav places in New Delhi – Punjabi by Nature. I was not surprised to find Morphogenesis designed the place. I look forward to seeing their upcoming work on Vaishodevi and Amarnath projects.
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Handmade napkin rings make wonderful hostess gifts. The fact that someone took the time to make these and you gifting them conveys – you appreciate the hostess’s efforts.
twirly twisted – belled beaded and wired napkin rings kavitadrona @ etsy mochatinistore
handmade napkin rings @ etsy dkpotter
brown berries – wooden bead napkin rings @ etsy thedivineyou
icy blue beaded napkin rings @ etsy sophiecls
handcrafted solid copper twists and swirls napkin rings @ etsy twists on wire
OOAK wire wrapped napkin rings @ etsy swankycache
hand crochet napkin rings @etsy boutique special desig
earthenware clay napkin rings @ etsy stempipe studio
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More fun decorating and styling with house plants. Here are some of the promised pics from Hidalgo jardín.
Jasmine. Mogra. The sweetest flower ever! It blooms about 40-50 flowers each night. It amazing how wonderful they smell and it even survives the winters. They are so famous in India they are called Raat Ki Rani (Queen of the night). Every night I collect the fallen flowers and make a center piece for dinner. A bowl, water, tea lights and jasmine. Adds a lil oomph to daily dinners.
Marigold and Parsley
Marigold. I love their color
Another low maintenance house plant Jade. So easy to decorate with as well
Imagine all the pesto…send me your orders
I don’t know the name of this plant. We got it from Ikea a few years ago. I have loved creating accent walls with its sculptural shape
A-Low-o-fun with Aloe. We had one tiny plant that now has grown into several pots. Love decorating with these as well. And they are so handy in the house for sunburns and other skin relief
More fun with aloe, a camera and Photoshop.
Some styling with hens and chicks
Enjoy your weekend.
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Highlights from the 2008 International Contemporary Furniture Fair (ICFF) in New York.
HBF Collection
Amoeba, the simplelight
Rapsel Spa, Soda Design
Fit for a 21st century princess. And her prince, maybe? I would have to be dragged out of this one. I see it on my penthouse rooftop spa. The one I hope to have sometime. 
Twisted Sofa, NEA Studio
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Quad – Better Living Through Design
Smart design, what a wonderful use of space. Sapien, available at DWR
Liven organizing with this bright Cubit from DWR.
Faulkner from Crate and Barrel
Add splashes of color to your bookshelf. I’m into organizing books by color. So when I saw this I thought of my next DIY project.
My book collection is still spread over three countries, so getting them to look this colorful was difficult. Determined to get the look, I got some recycled and handmade paper from the ABC Home in New York. I also found some left over fabric (tip: mom’s old saris) at home from previous DIY projects and Voila! I love the results. Now not only are they color coded, but also the texture is so appealing.
Kate’s Paperie is also a good source for handmade and decorative paper. Go pastel, go bright, go play with color.
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