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Extensive use of American couches proved the alacrity of Kanurus in decorating their residence, observes Deepa Raparla
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NOVELTY CAN always be worked out despite cyclic practices in styles of decoration.
Departing from the run-of-the-mill wooden furniture and traditional backdrops, Kanuru Koteswara Rao and Kumari had every bit of furniture in their house imported. Totally westernized in their placement and positioning, the Kanurus' house gives a feeling of visiting an American home.
What makes the house stand out? A westernized interior rendering the entire residence a sophisticated appeal. It's astonishing to find mirrors as the shutters of shelves.
Yet, those mirrors are see-through - exposing the crystal ware. Glass tables reflecting the glares lend a dazzling attraction to the sitting. The couch in grey colour in line with the black leather sofa set can be termed an infinite classy stroke to the entire foyer.
The wallpaper harmonizing flawlessly with the grey colour settee added to the vim and vigor of the foyer. An ultimate mix of porcelain, glass and crystal ware goodies, flaunted around the foyer, seem gorgeous. Etched glass doors and access ways depicting the serene milieu of the quiescent birds is eye-catching.
Home theater
The heavy metal from the 300-rms Bose surround speakers and Sony TV rattle the things around. Glass tables putting on show a variety of porcelain pieces and styled couches on a marble-floored foyer present a showroom of modernity.
The bedroom with its spacious boundaries and the Italian lacquer designed bed standing at the center with a massive elegantly trimmed headboard, is an instant winner.
A combination of Feng - Shui vaastu, modern art and stylish handicrafts in wood speak greatly of the yearning for a discernible eye Kumari has for collecting art.
The chic look
The dining, holding an entire collection of Italian lacquer furniture, with shelves in untainted glass revealing the crockery on display is striking. The Zigzagged candle frame holding the blue tinted candles, all setting the appropriate vibes for a candle light dinner, is modish.
The orange-shaded tablemats toned to the dolled up setup is absolutely inviting. A cabinet exclusively displaying glass crockery and another embedded glass cabinet with an array of porcelain is an attention-grabber.
Artefacts originating in Punjab merging with the traditional hangings of bells and lamps and the Tanjore art piece of Lord Krishna is a remarkable combination set up in the front sitting.
Use of wallpapers, mirrored cabinets and shelves is that little something which has rendered that grand magnificence to the house.
My general observation throughout is what helped me create this interior," says Kumari with an infectious smile.
Tip of the week:
The Midas touch: Add a touch of gold to create a feeling of extravagance to your home. Beautiful golden frames, candlesticks, vases, accent bowls, curtain rods and finials, wall decorations, lamps, chandeliers, book ends, cabinet and door knobs, accessories and accent furniture are abundant and available in brass/gold/or antique gold finishes. These and other gold items can be found moderately priced in home interior stores, bed & bath stores, boutiques, craft shows, discount stores, furniture stores, import stores to name a few. Why not add the Midas Touch to your home with several touches of gold for sparkle and opulence.
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