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Heritage Home Restoration and Soulful Design

byRicha BahlTakes projects across India; Visit Design Studio in Bandra West, MumbaiStarts from550 per sq. ft.View full gallery

Old buildings have a pulse. I listen to their stories and bring them back to life by blending traditional mitti walls and wooden beams with modern comfort.

This is the exterior of my studio, an 80-year-old building we rescued. The peach-colored facade, traditional wooden windows, and patterned 'jaali' screen were all lovingly restored. The bicycle with flowers is a nod to the simple, timeless beauty we wanted to cultivate here.

Watch the transformation of our studio, a space that was shut for 40 years. We didn't want to erase its history, so we worked with the original structure, restoring the mitti walls and old beams to create a space that feels authentic and full of soul.

My personal cabin within the restored studio. We left the original brick and stone walls exposed, pairing them with a bold zebra-print rug and a simple wooden desk. It’s a space where the building's raw history meets my own creative energy.

The pantry in our studio. We kept the exposed stone walls and paired them with a custom concrete countertop and beautiful handmade floor tiles. The space is rustic, functional, and full of the building's original character.

A hallway in my studio, where the play of light and shadow on the restored 'jaali' screen creates beautiful patterns on the floor. This is what I mean by a space having a conversation with its elements.

The outdoor patio of my studio, a quiet corner for a cup of coffee. We used a mix of materials, including patterned tiles and a simple built-in bench, to create a space that feels like a natural extension of the restored building.

A view into my cabin through a modern glass partition. This shows how we balanced the raw, historic elements of the studio with contemporary design choices to create a space that is both a home for our creativity and a testament to the building's past.

A view from the mezzanine in our studio, looking down at the main work area. You can see the restored wooden beams and the original wrought iron railing, details that we fought to preserve. The space feels open and collaborative, just as we intended.

The lounge area on the mezzanine of our studio. The sloping roof with its exposed beams, the simple furniture, and the warm lighting create a cozy, inviting atmosphere. It’s our little haven for brainstorming and dreaming.

The main meeting and dining table in our studio. The exposed brick wall and original wooden beams create a warm, rustic backdrop for our team gatherings. It’s a space that feels both professional and deeply personal.

About Heritage Home Restoration

Restoration is not just about keeping a facade intact; it is structural surgery. Whether we are column-jacketing an 80-year-old building or treating termite-ridden beams, my focus remains on integrity. We balance the raw history of mitti walls and reclaimed wood with the quiet necessity of modern plumbing and electricals, ensuring your home breathes without feeling like a museum.

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