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A Dhaka Residence: Blending Heritage into Modern Interiors

byRicha BahlTakes projects across India; Visit Design Studio in Bandra West, MumbaiStarts from4,500 ₹ per sq. ft.View full gallery

This 10,000-square-foot residence balances a global perspective with a deep reverence for Indian heritage. It is a space designed for stories to be told, layer by layer, in a contemporary home.

For a contemporary home in Dhaka, we created a space that felt both grand and intimate. The double-height windows flood the room with light, illuminating the blend of modern furniture and traditional textures, like the exposed brick wall and handwoven rug. It’s a space designed for conversations, where the old world and the new can meet.

This is my favorite view of the Dhaka home, capturing its heart. The play of light and shadow across the heritage floor tiles, the glimpse into the sunlit living area, and the connection between different zones all speak to a design that is both open and layered.

A view through the large glass doors shows how we connected the interior spaces. The design allows for glimpses from one room to another, creating a sense of flow and discovery. The terracotta-colored floor tiles add warmth and a touch of traditional character.

This quiet corner in the Dhaka residence is a perfect example of how light changes a space throughout the day. The antique-style chair, which traveled from Cochin, sits by a glass enclosure, blurring the line between inside and out. The patterned flooring was sourced from Mumbai, adding another layer to the home's story.

As evening falls, this corner of the Dhaka home transforms. The glass-enclosed seating area looks out onto the garden, creating a serene space to unwind. The easy chair, with its classic design, invites you to sit and watch the day turn to night.

Sunlight streams into this sitting area, highlighting the textures of the woven chair and the smooth, patterned floor. This space was designed as a transitional zone, a place to pause and enjoy the connection to the lush greenery just outside the folding glass doors.

This living room in Dhaka was designed to be both functional and elegant. The curved sofa softens the grand scale of the room, while the custom furniture and layered textiles add a personal, welcoming touch. It's a space that tells a story of a well-travelled life.

The design of this Dhaka residence was a journey of weaving together different cultures. We used contemporary furniture alongside handwoven rugs and artisanal decor to create a home that feels both modern and deeply rooted in heritage. The large window acts as a canvas, painting the room with natural light.

About A Dhaka Residence: Weaving Heritage into Modernity

Achieving this balance requires careful negotiation between imported luxuries and local craftsmanship. For this residence, we sourced specific artisanal pieces from India to complement the modern architectural shell, ensuring that the grand double-height spaces felt intimate rather than cold. When you consider a project like this, focus on how your everyday objects, like a travel souvenir or a family rug, can define the flow of a room before you even start looking at structural changes.

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